THESE VIDEOS record the Hedon Penny Throwing event that took place last night. We believe that this is the first time that the traditional annual event, led by Hedon’s newly elected Mayor, has ever been filmed in this way to keep for public posterity! The footage is raw and unedited – but we hope the … Continue reading »
THE HEDON BLOG is proud to be a part of a ‘family’ of community websites that are challenging and re-shaping traditional media in the UK. In this presentation, William Perrin, the founder – perhaps the father! – of Talk About Local explains about the continuing development of this ‘hyperlocal’ family. The introduction refers to the … Continue reading »
YOU CAN FOLLOW the Hedon Blogger on Twitter. Not on Twitter? Want to open an account? Find out how with this Video Guide from the micro-blogging service. (3 minutes 50 seconds long). posted with vodpod Continue reading »
” Madeleine disappeared on 3 May 2007 while on holiday with her family in Portugal. Madeleine is now six years old…we know that there is someone out there who knows who is involved in her disappearance. They may be keeping this secret out of fear, misplaced loyalty or even love. Keeping this information secret only … Continue reading »
The issue of seaside resort regeneration featured in the media a few times last week. Firstly BBC’s The Apprentice featured a light-hearted approach to the very real problem of Margate’s degeneration as reported by the Telegraph. Then VisitBlackpool launched its J’aime la Tour video which aimed at encouraging French tourists to visit the town. I … Continue reading »
The Hedon Blog is pleased to announce that VodPod has been included on this website. VodPod allows blog authors to keep track of useful videos found on the web. This FREE service allows videos to be saved easily; VodPod simply ‘grabs’ the video code and you can save it online or post it directly to … Continue reading »
The Hedon Blog is an example of new digital ‘citizen’ media which enables the ordinary Joes and Josephines of the world to publish to the web without having to recruit a skilled – often expensive – ‘geek’ to do the job for us. But this is just one aspect of the 21st century digital age … Continue reading »
