About

The Webster Ledger is an independent, community-focused news publication covering Webster, New York. We report on local government, development, schools, business, and the civic life that makes this town what it is. Our readers are residents who want to stay genuinely informed. Not just aware, but equipped to participate in the community around them.

Why We Exist

Important things happen in Webster: votes that shape the town's future, development projects that change its character, decisions made in meeting rooms that most residents never hear about until it's too late to weigh in. Local news, done well, changes that. It gives residents the information they need to show up, speak up, and hold their community accountable.

We take that seriously. Our reporting is accurate, fair, and clear. When we have a stake in a story, we say so. When we get something wrong, we correct it promptly and transparently.

About the Founder

Morgan VanDerLeest launched the Webster Ledger after relocating to Webster with his family. As Morgan visited over the years and eventually chose to call Webster home, he saw an engaged community that deserved better local coverage and decided to build it. The Ledger is the result.

Get Involved

The Webster Ledger works best when the community is part of it.

If you have a tip, a story idea, or information the public should know about, reach out. If you attended a meeting, witnessed something newsworthy, or just have a question about how something in town works, we want to hear from you. Community members with relevant expertise are also welcome to inquire about contributing.

To reach someone on the team: news@websterledger.com

We are not looking to fill column inches. We are looking to earn your trust, edition by edition.

The Webster Ledger is an independent publication. It is not affiliated with any government body, political organization, or commercial advertiser. Editorial decisions are made independently.