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Hyperlocal News: A Cartoonist's View
Posted by Ernst Poulsen at 8:03 AM on Feb. 27, 2008
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Where's the line between hyperlocal and creepy?
The Danish cartoonist team Wulff and Morgenthaler have a wit similar to Gary Larson's "The Far Side." On Feb. 25 they gave the buzzword "hyperlocal news" a little attention. (Be warned: If you explore the site, expect nudity, extreme violence, strong language and a sick sense of humour.)

My inner geek instantly mused that the guy in the Feb. 25 cartoon ought to receive a "breaking news: Boiling Water" alert on his cell phone -- while his cat would probably check the "barfing cats" Facebook group.

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