Peter Cellino - The Farmington Mercury

A stipple-style black and white illustration of a small-town newspaper office with a dedicated publisher at a desk. The scene exudes a sense of community and dedication, contrasting the warmth of local journalism with the looming presence of modern tech outside a window.

Can the Media Survive? A Personal Take from Our Publisher

Peter Cellino4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

Local News Can Survive: Here’s How We’re Making It Happen Why Hyper-Local Journalism and Community Engagement Are Our Answers to the Media Crisis Hello Mercury readers, This past week, Charlotte Klein from New York Magazine posed a question that should make all of us in this industry pause: Can the media survive? I’ve been thinking…

Monochromatic stipple art of a serene journalist at an antique desk, surrounded by newspapers, books, and coffee under a soft vintage lamp, symbolizing slow, thoughtful journalism

Why Being “Last to Breaking News” is the Smartest Move in Media | The Farmington Mercury’s Slow Journalism Revolution

Peter Cellino4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

Breaking news burnout? 📉 See why The Farmington Mercury is choosing depth over speed and redefining local journalism. Sometimes last place is exactly where you want to be.

Stipple illustration of the U.S. Supreme Court in black and white, showcasing its grand columns and classic architecture in detailed shading.

Supreme Court’s Approval of Virginia’s Last-Minute Voter Purge Raises Concerns Over Election Integrity

Peter Cellino4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

SCOTUS backs Virginia’s purge of nearly 1,800 voters days before Election Day, despite NVRA’s 90-day rule. Here’s what this means for voting rights nationwide.

A dramatic black and white stipple illustration showing a tense 1984 political recount battle in Indiana's “Bloody Eighth” District, with two figures in heated confrontation, set against a courtroom-like backdrop with American flag and tall columns.

Indiana’s Bloody Eighth: How a 1984 Recount Set the Stage for Today’s Political Warfare

Peter Cellino4 months ago4 months ago019 mins

The 1984 Indiana Bloody Eighth recount changed American politics, inspiring Newt Gingrich’s combative GOP tactics and shaping election battles today.

Front view of a cozy, two-story townhouse with light siding at 125 Farmington Chase Cres #125, Farmington, CT 06032, featuring a small garden and entryway.

125 Farmington Chase: Cozy Living with Heated Floors & Toilet!

Peter Cellino5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

Farmington’s finest: heated floors, wood-burning fireplace, and even a heated toilet! 😂 Thanks to Farmington Storage for supporting this cozy condo dream. #WeAreFarmington

Stipple illustration of a classic newsroom with an overwhelmed journalist at a cluttered desk, featuring a typewriter, coffee cup, and stacks of papers, combining retro and modern elements.

Farmington’s Last-to-Break News Outlet Saves You from Clickbait Hell (You’re Welcome)

Peter Cellino5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

Tired of clickbait? So are we. Discover why The Farmington Mercury is “Always Last… to Breaking News” and how we’re giving slow journalism a caffeine-fueled makeover ☕️.

A black and white stipple-style illustration of a classroom. The teacher stands at the front holding a large book, while students sit at desks holding small summaries. The teacher appears frustrated, and the students look confused or disengaged. In the background, a bookshelf filled with neglected full-length books emphasizes the disconnect between the lesson and deeper reading.

Stop Skimming, Start Reading: Why Students Deserve Full Books, Not CliffsNotes

Peter Cellino5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

📚 Cutting classics into bite-sized pieces? Our schools are starving students of the full story. Let’s end the shortcut culture and get back to real reading—books and brains deserve better!