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ENL 102 Arguing a Position Essay - Burt: Find Local Information

Finding Local Information About Your Topic

By this point, you should have utilized the resources in the previous tab to locate sources providing a broader perspective on your topic. This page is specifically designed to assist you in finding information on your topic within your local area. Your primary options for accessing local information include checking local, state, and federal government websites, as well as perusing the local newspaper!

Local/Massachusetts Newspapers

The Wilkens Library subscribes to several newspapers (both digitally and in print) including Boston GlobeCape Cod TimesNew York TimesWall Street Journal, and most of the local Cape Cod and the Islands newspapers. The resources listed on this page will give you digital access to some of the major papers. However, the local town papers are only available in print. Stop by the library to take a look at the collection!

Access Daily National Paper Websites

Other News Resources

Local Government Websites

Federal Government Websites

Please note that this is NOT an extensive list of websites! Depending on your topic, there might be other government departments/websites that you can use. Please contact the reference librarians at refdesk@capecod.edu if you are having trouble locating sources.

Other Useful Current Issue Websites

Here are some good websites that collect articles and webpages that deal with hotly debated issues