Member News
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Lancaster Farming celebrates 70 years of agricultural coverage
In 1955, a 16-page weekly newspaper launched in Quarryville with a straightforward goal: to cover agriculture in Lancaster County. Seven decades later, Lancaster Farming has grown into one of the Mid-Atlantic’s most respected agricultural publications, producing more than 100 pages each week for readers across the region. Founded by Alfred Alspach, who already owned two…
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The SPIRIT’s ‘Baby & You Expo’ supports healthier beginnings in Delaware County
How can local publications make a direct impact while growing their audience? The SPIRIT (Delaware County, West Philadelphia, Southwest Philadelphia) has the answer. On Saturday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., The SPIRIT will host its Baby & You Expo at Academy Park High School. PNA proudly supports this member publication for its…
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The Bedford Gazette’s winning streak continues with online contests
The Bedford Gazette is proving that local engagement and creative promotions can go hand in hand. With a growing lineup of popular online contests, the publication has seen tremendous success connecting readers and advertisers in fresh, interactive ways. “Everyone loves a chance to win something,” said Sherri Growden, associate publisher of the Bedford Gazette. “We…
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Roeder publishes ‘Firefighting Standing: Stories From a Volunteer’ in time for National Fire Prevention and National Newspaper Weeks
October 5-11, 2025 is National Newspaper Week, a celebration of the news media industry and its vital role in our society. It is also National Fire Prevention week. Both commemorations have special meaning to Larry Roeder, publisher of Town and Country newspaper in Pennsburg. Roeder has been with the weekly newspaper in Upper Perkiomen Valley…
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PNA advertising conference returns to State College with strong attendance and engaging sessions
PNA members were excited to return to State College for this year’s advertising conference and advertising awards luncheon. More than 60 members attended the three-day event, held Sept. 24-26 at the Graduate Hotel. The conference, themed Happy Valley Welcomes Innovators, Revenue Drivers and Inspirers, featured a range of informative sessions, including Lead with Hospitality, Leveraging AI…
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The Philadelphia Inquirer launches The Inquirer Food Festival
The Philadelphia Inquirer is taking a major leap forward in its live journalism this fall with the inaugural Inquirer Food Festival coming to The Fillmore on Nov. 15. The full day of programming — a celebration of Philly’s bold flavors, live music and culinary culture — includes exclusive dishes from top restaurants and chefs, hands-on…
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Bucks County Herald hosts sold-out Fall Fundraiser
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, several hundred supporters of the Bucks County Herald gathered at the Michener Art Museum for “Happy to Be Here,” the Herald Foundation’s annual anniversary party. Now in its fourth year, the event has become a cornerstone celebration of community journalism in Bucks County and the river towns. A highlight of the…
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PNA welcomes The Lenfest Institute for Journalism as its newest affiliate member
Founded in 2016 by H.F. “Gerry” Lenfest, the Institute was created to advance sustainable solutions for local journalism. Lenfest, a cable television entrepreneur and former owner of The Philadelphia Inquirer, donated his ownership of the paper and provided an initial $20 million endowment to launch the Institute. With additional support from donors, the Institute has…
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The Homepage: A community voice for Greater Hazelwood
A vital source of connection and accountability, The Homepage is a free monthly community newspaper serving 11,000 households across Pittsburgh’s Fifth City Council District, including Greater Hazelwood, Greenfield, The Run, Lincoln Place, Hays and New Homestead. Published by Hazelwood Initiative Inc., the paper is part of the nonprofit’s mission of development without displacement. Operating out of…
