In olden times, he announced important news (6)

I believe the answer is:

herald

(Other definitions for herald that I've seen before include "One making proclamations - harbinger" , "and 14: 'Hark! The -- -- sing' (carol)" , "Harbinger, messenger" , "Usher in; proclaim" , "Announce, presage" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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