Reporter Doug Haberman, who has covered Riverside City Hall for the Press-Enterprise since 2004, told friends in a recent email that he plans to leave the paper - and journalism - on May 15. He and his wife are moving to Phuket, Thailand, where they'll both teach at a nonprofit American international school.
"We are going to be empty nesters starting in August so it was a good time for an adventure like this and it's a good time to leave the newspaper business, as you know," Haberman said.
The paper has yet to decide on a replacement.
Haberman has worked in newspapers for nearly two decades. Before heading to the P-E, he worked at the now-defunct Inland Valley Times, which is where I first met him.
*Updated 4/18: I'm told Gary Miller, director of photography at the P-E, has also decided to resign his position at the paper.
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I know I'm pronouncing it wrong, but that city in Thailand probably sums up how he feels about the industry.
Me too. I want to move to Phuket, pronouncing it wrong the whole way.
What a shame. Doug is a terrific writer and his leaving is another blow to the hard-hit reporting staff. Can't blame him, though.
Gary Miller was a great guy. So sweet. How sad that that place is losing all their talent in one fell swoop.
Did Gary leave to save jobs? Or see the ax for photogs in the future?
That's too bad about Gary. He really seemed to want the best for the reader. I guess that pervasive CYA mentality others talked about must have worn him down. He didn't seem to suffer fools gladly...
Few knew that Gary was a dedicated black and brown belt who believed in the martial way of honor and respect.
He was at times a bit tough around the edges but at least showed he was willng to care.
Gary was professional, courtesy, understanding and caring individual. The PE will one day understand what they have lost. Also the photographers who were let go, where also great as well. Good luck to each and everyone of you!!
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