As part of a general agreement with other interested stakeholders, the Chestertown Spy has agreed to discontinue bugging their readers for their annual donation, effective at midnight on October 25.
The planned cancelation of the campaign was a clear indication that many readers, many of whom read the Spy daily, would rather not be bugged to contribute to this extremely local news and arts education project.
Chestertown Spy editor Jim Dissette agrees with the decision. “While one might say that the Chestertown Spy is in the business of bugging its readers with important public affairs and the arts, we understand that our annual request for support, like all fundraising these days, is exhausting for all involved, but so important for the community.”
That said, Dissette quickly pointed out that there are two more days to donate before the campaign shuts down. Electronic donations can be made here.
Philip Dutton says
If you read The Spy regularly like I do, please take a few minutes and send them some financial support. Fundraising multiple times a year gets old, whether on the radio, television, internet or the mailbox. I do most of my giving once a year in December and just try to not get agitated by it the rest of the year. I think this post was tongue in cheek, but chiming in anyway. Thanks Jim, Dave and all the contributors to The Spy.
David A Turner says
James, I was looking for a way to subscribe, but only got “error message” when following instructions. What is the subscription rate and how do I proceed?
Dave Turner
James Dissette says
David, you should be signed up now. There is no subscription fee. See if you get the 3 pm mailer today and make sure it does not go to Spam. Thanks, JD