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Sandy McGee has worked in community journalism for more than eight years, developing stories, editing and creating a voice for the towns she covers.
A graduate of Rhode Island College, she holds a bachelor's degree in English with studies in Communications. Earlier this year, she was named a Rhode Island Press Association award winner for spot news photo.
McGee also holds a Massachusetts teacher's certification and recently returned from a fellowship, which provided training for reporting crime on Native American reservations.
A former print journalist, McGee previously worked as a full-time staff writer and photographer for Rhode Island Suburban Newspapers (RISN), a newspaper group that includes The Woonsocket Call, The Pawtucket Times and Neighbors publications.
She believes that news belongs to the community and that the future of journalism is not only online, but also interactive.
Beliefs: At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible and human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal certain key beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. This disclosure is not a license for our editors to inject these beliefs into stories or to dictate coverage according to them. In fact, the intent is the opposite: we hope that the knowledge that our beliefs are on the record will force us to be ever mindful to write, report, and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you, the user, ever think you see evidence that we failed in this mission, we wholeheartedly invite you to let us know. Politics
▪ How would you describe your political beliefs?
To be a truly objective reporter, I don't believe in siding with any one particular political party. I enjoy following the politics of all parties equally.
However, I will admit being a "Cool Moose" at one time, solely for the name of course.
Religion
▪ How religious would you say you are? Casual, observant, devout, non-religious?
I believe a person's religious views are private but, when asked, can lead to lively discussions.
Local Hot Button Issue
▪ What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?
The most important issue in Portsmouth currently is the outcome of the budget.
▪ Where do you stand on each of these issues?
The budget will certainly impact residents through potential cuts to programs or the raising of taxes. Sometimes, cuts to programs are not always worth the extra savings.
Some top-named chefs and a New Jersey girl are leading the fight for gender-equality in children's toys. What do you think about this issue?
Consumerism surrounds the holiday season: is greed inevitable, and how do you avoid it?
Some top-named chefs and a New Jersey girl are leading the fight for gender-equality in children's toys. What do you think about this issue?
With trees, extra lights and candle in many homes this month, it's important to be aware of the fire hazards they present.
The Johnston resident was honored earlier this month in Providence.
Max Machado is currently selling tee-shirts to help restore New Jersey's shoreline.
Some big-name chefs and a New Jersey girl are leading the fight for gender-equality in children's toys. What do you think about this issue?
Some big-name chefs and a New Jersey girl are leading the fight for gender-equality in children's toys. What do you think about this issue?
Some top-named chefs and a New Jersey girl are leading the fight for gender-equality in children's toys. What do you think about this issue?
The North American Aerospace Defense Command has a website that now offers a Santa tracker mobile app to follow the jolly man's magical flight.
If the holidays leave you with little time to shop for gifts, try these stores in Portsmouth for great last-minute gift ideas.
The concert will benefit Hurricane Sandy victims, via the Robin Hood Foundation.
Need a quick holiday cookie recipe? Make one of these for your parties this season.
Here are ten ways to have fun and spread holiday cheer in Portsmouth without breaking the bank.
Matthews died from head injuries after a crash on the Mt. Hope Bridge in Bristol on Dec. 1.
R.I. Ranks 10th in Overall Health in 2012, up from 13th in last year’s rankings according to United Health Foundation’s 2012 America’s Health Ranking.
Four people were transported to local hospitals Wednesday after a head-on crash on West Main Road.
Did you vote for your favorite Portsmouth house, yet?
It's National Influenza Vaccination Week and this year is shaping up to be one of the worst flu seasons in a while. Did you get your flu shot?
The following is based on reports from the Portsmouth Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
