Local News - Latest & Smart

Local news and wider headlines in one feed

Local News - Latest & Smart is a news aggregator for readers who want nearby updates alongside national and international coverage. It suits people who prefer a single app for local stories, major headlines, weather information, and topics matched to their interests. The app is listed in the News & Magazines category and is developed by EASE Group.

Personalised reading with local coverage

The app brings together updates on areas such as local sports, safety, community events, politics, business, and lifestyle. Its personalised feed is designed to highlight articles connected to a user’s reading habits and selected interests, helping separate relevant stories from a larger stream of news. Users can also follow specific publishers and manage which sources appear in their feeds.

Weather and community features

Alongside news articles, Local News - Latest & Smart includes weather information with short- and longer-range forecasts, plus severe weather alerts. Readers can discuss stories, share articles with family, and take part in conversations around local events and current issues. This makes the app useful both for keeping up with headlines and checking information that affects everyday life nearby.

Popularity and overall fit

Local News - Latest & Smart has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 from more than 36,000 reviews, with 10,000,000+ installs. It is a practical choice for users who want local reporting, broader news categories, personalised recommendations, and weather tools together rather than spread across several apps.