Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: November 1, 2024

Welcome to Small Town Post, your trusted community publication covering life, stories, and happenings in Blackstone, Millville, and nearby towns. By accessing or using this website (smalltownpost.com), you agree to the following terms and conditions.

If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our site.

1. Community Guidelines

We strive to maintain a respectful and inclusive space for everyone. By using Small Town Post, you agree to:

  • Be respectful in comments and communications.
  • Refrain from posting content that is offensive, defamatory, harassing, or illegal.
  • Use the website in a lawful and responsible manner.

We reserve the right to moderate or remove any content or comments that violate these guidelines.

2. Content Ownership and Use

All original content on this site (including articles, photographs, videos, graphics, and logos) is the property of Small Town Post unless otherwise credited.

You may:

  • Share our articles on social media or other platforms with proper credit and a link to the original source.
  • Quote brief excerpts with attribution.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, republish, or redistribute full articles or images without written permission.

Guest contributors retain rights to their original work but grant Small Town Post a non-exclusive right to publish and archive their content.

3. Submissions

We welcome community contributions and tips! By submitting any content (articles, photos, event listings, etc.), you confirm that:

  • You own the rights to your submission or have permission to share it.
  • You grant Small Town Post a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, publish, and archive your submission.
  • We may edit for clarity, grammar, formatting, or length while preserving your intent.

4. Sponsored Content and Advertising

Small Town Post may include sponsored posts, business spotlights, or advertising to support the site.

  • Sponsored content will always be clearly labeled to distinguish it from editorial content.
  • We do not accept paid political advertisements.
  • We aim to partner with businesses and organizations that align with our mission and community values.

If you are interested in advertising, please contact us at editor@smalltownpost.com.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to other websites or services. These are provided for your convenience. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

6. Disclaimer

While we make every effort to ensure the information we share is accurate and timely, we cannot guarantee it. Use of the site is at your own discretion.

For a complete explanation of our limitations and responsibilities, please read our full Disclaimer.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Small Town Post shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site, including but not limited to errors, interruptions, loss of data, or damage to your device or browser.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Small Town Post and its contributors from any claims arising from your use of the website or your violation of these terms.

8. Accessibility

We are committed to making Small Town Post accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

  • We strive to meet or exceed WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards.
  • If you encounter any barriers while using our website or need accommodations, please reach out to us at editor@smalltownpost.com. We will do our best to address your needs promptly.

9. Our Commitment to Transparency and Compliance

As a local publication rooted in Massachusetts, we follow relevant state and local laws, including those related to online content, accessibility, and fair practices. We’re committed to maintaining trust, privacy, and clarity in everything we publish.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. The latest version will always be available on this page. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

11. Corrections & Feedback

We do our best to share accurate, up-to-date information. If you spot an error, outdated content, or feel something needs clarification, we welcome your feedback. Please don’t hesitate to reach out — we believe in learning and growing with our community.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns, please contact us at:

📧 editor@smalltownpost.com

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