Training
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31st Annual Media Lawyers Conference
Attention Media Lawyers: Save the date! The Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association plans to hold the 31st PNA Media Lawyers Conference on Monday, July 20, at Ballard Spahr offices in Philadelphia, PA. PNA […]
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The Sunshine Act: Public Meetings & Finding the Story – even in the Boring Stuff
The Sunshine Act requires that government bodies conduct business in public. Transparency is the foundation of accountable journalism. During this session, we will discuss the basics of Pennsylvania’s Sunshine Act, […]
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Defamation and Invasion of Privacy – Anti-SLAPP
Many defamation and privacy claims are dismissed early under Anti‑SLAPP. Courts analyze whether the speech involves a public issue and Plaintiffs must show actual malice early in the process if […]
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A Guide to Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know Law: Unlocking Public Records
Pennsylvania’s Right‑to‑Know Law (RTKL) is the backbone of government transparency in the Commonwealth. It gives every person—resident or not—the legal right to access public records from state and local agencies. […]
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On Deadline in Harm’s Way – Pittsburgh May 11
This two-part session is being held at Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation in Pittsburgh on Monday, May 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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The Center Square Newswire Service Webinar
Add free daily newswire content to your publication PNA members are invited to attend a webinar on Thursday, April 23, at 11:00 a.m., to learn about the free newswire service […]
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PFAS 101: Putting Together the Puzzle
PFAS 101: Putting Together the Puzzle is an informational webinar hosted by the Mid-Atlantic Biosolids Association in partnership with the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association focused on emerging PFAS concerns and […]
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From Requests to Appeals: A Sunshine Week Right to Know Law Program
Sponsored by PBA Bar/Press Committee on Wednesday, March 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Point Park University, Pittsburgh. A Free Program sponsored by the PBA Bar/Press Committee Join […]
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Journalism training focuses on keeping journalists safe in hostile environments
This month’s session of the PNA Foundation Journalism Training Certification Program provided practical advice for journalists working in high-risk environments such as protests and other volatile situations. Moderated by Paula Knudsen Burke, senior […]
