Shay Castle named Boulder Weekly editor in Colorado

Shay Castle

Boulder Weekly, the trusted source of news and information in Boulder County, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Shay Castle as its new editor, effective Nov. 6. With an impressive background in journalism and community engagement, Castle brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the publication.

Castle is a seasoned journalist with a diverse range of experiences in the newsroom. Her career highlights include six and a half years at the Boulder Daily Camera and contributions to renowned publications such as The New York Times and the Colorado Sun. She is the founder and owner of Boulder Beat News, a successful independent digital outlet known for its commitment to community-driven journalism and innovative approaches to storytelling.

Castle's professional journey has been marked by significant accomplishments:

• Founder and Owner of Boulder Beat News: She created and managed a 100% reader-supported, independent digital media outlet. Her dedication to community-driven journalism led to the successful launch of initiatives such as a citizen journalism fellowship program, a community editorial board and the production of comprehensive local election coverage. Castle's work extended beyond the digital realm as she collaborated with local media and nonprofit organizations, producing content in both English and Spanish.
• Castle's impressive track record, dedication to community journalism and innovative approach to media make her an ideal fit for the editorship of Boulder Weekly. Her wealth of experience will undoubtedly contribute to the publication's mission of delivering high-quality, community-centric news and information to Boulder County.

Castle expressed her enthusiasm for her new role, saying, "I am excited to join the fantastic team at Boulder Weekly. I'm honored to help lead an institution with such strong roots in the community. I look forward to learning from and contributing to the Weekly's legacy of community journalism."

Fran Zankowski, publisher of Boulder Weekly, added, "We are excited to welcome Shay Castle as our new editor. Her extensive experience and commitment to community journalism align perfectly with our values and mission. We are confident that Shay will lead Boulder Weekly to new heights and continue to serve our readers with excellence."

Please join us in welcoming Shay Castle as the new editor of Boulder Weekly , starting Nov. 6.

About Boulder Weekly:

Boulder Weekly is an independent, locally owned newspaper serving Boulder County. Established in 1993, the publication is dedicated to delivering comprehensive news, arts and entertainment coverage while fostering community engagement and dialogue.