The Burngreave Messenger is an independent community newspaper, delivered free six times per year to the Burngreave area of Sheffield. The Messenger was first printed in 1999 and is a not-for-profit limited company whose directors are residents of the Burngreave area.
Decisions about the content of the Messenger are made collectively by the editorial team, which is made up of volunteers and employees. Volunteers are involved in writing, photography, design, editing and proof reading.
The core purpose of the Messenger newspaper is to connect residents to what is happening in Burngreave. It provides information about ways to be involved in their community and services they can access. It provides a common knowledge of events and issues that are affecting residents, empowering them to take part in decision making for the area. It also provides ways for residents to communicate with each other and promotes understanding of the many cultures represented in the area.