By: Shannon Larson, Giulia McDonnell Nieto
BIDDEFORD, MAINE — Valerie Brinkman was washing dishes in her apartment Monday morning when she heard what sounded like several gunshots ring out in the streets below.


Shannon Larson is an express reporter at the Boston Globe. She focuses on transportation and has covered a range of topics including crime and justice, white-collar crime, and public security, reflecting her diverse interests in both infrastructure and societal issues. Shannon's work has been featured in Media Industry Observer, Our Community Now, and various sections of the Boston Globe.
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Boston, United States (Local)


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Shannon's coverage is predominantly focused on local news, especially around government & politics with a notable emphasis on evolving stories and breaking news. She also covers crime and entertainment news to a lesser extent.
Given the focus on local (United States, Massachusetts, Boston) topics such as Harvard University and political controversies in the region, pitching localized stories related to these areas could be effective. This could include providing expert commentary or insider perspectives on ongoing political issues in Massachusetts or highlighting unique events at Harvard University.
Additionally, due to her interest in breaking news and evolving stories, providing exclusive access to firsthand accounts or insights into unfolding events would likely capture Shannon’s attention.
Overall, pitches should center around localized content relevant to government & politics within Massachusetts or Boston along with engaging storytelling elements for potential feature pieces.
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