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Post your public notices to the Pennsylvania database
A public service made possible by the newspapers of Pennsylvania, this easy-to-use website is designed to assist citizens who want to know more about the actions of local, county and state government, as well as events occurring in the local and state court systems. It is vital that PNA members ensure their public notices are regularly published to this site.
Contact Bob Schnarrs with any questions about getting your public notices to our website.
| | Erie Times-News: left to right: Ed Palattella, reporter; Jim Martin, reporter; Lisa Thompson Sayers, editorial writer; Jan Murphy, PNA director of government affairs; back row: Matt Martin, Ohio and Pennsylvania group editor | | The Sentinel (Lewistown): Ruth Eddy, publisher; Jane Hungarter, PNA director of marketing and membership; Matt Bolich, advertising director | | The Daily Press (St. Marys): left to right: Joe Piccirillo, consultant; Samantha Kronenwetter, classifieds; Dawn Gier, bookkeeping; Christie Gardner, publisher; Jane Hungarter, PNA director of marketing and membership | | |
The Herald (Sharon): Front row left to right: Hailey Rogenski, Herald reporter; Michael Roknick, Herald business editor; Joe Garcia, Herald designer
Back row left to right: Beckie Erwin, Valley Voices editor; Vanessa Koper, advertising director Herald and New Castle News; Pete Sirianni, editor New Castle News; Eric Poole, editor The Herald; David Dye, Herald reporter; Melissa Klaric, Herald reporter; Sharon Sorg, publisher for The Herald and New Castle News
| | The Corry Journal: left to right: Carol Fielding, hometown editor; Dawn Wyman, business manager; Rebekah Wallace, editor; Erin Passinger, general manager/director of operations; Kristin Schuver, chief revenue officer/ad director; Melissa Curtis, sales; Caryn Marrs, classified manager | | |
PNA visits members in northwestern Pennsylvania
Last week, PNA’s Director of Marketing and Membership Jane Hungarter and Director of Government Affairs Jan Murphy traveled to northwestern Pennsylvania to meet with members and share updates on key initiatives, including the public notice modernization bill. We had the opportunity to visit The Herald (Sharon)/New Castle News, Erie Times-News, The Corry Journal, The Daily Press (St. Marys)/Ridgway Record and The Sentinel (Lewistown).
A heartfelt thank-you to all who welcomed us so warmly—we appreciate your continued partnership and commitment to local journalism.
| | PNA President and CEO Bill Cotter presents New Pittsburgh Courier Editor and Publisher Rod Doss with a Lifetime Achievement Award. | | |
PNA members among finalists for Pittsburgh Black Media Federation’s 2025 Vann Awards
Several PNA members, including the New Pittsburgh Courier, Pittsburgh City Paper, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PublicSource, TribLIVE and The Tribune-Democrat, are among the finalists for the Pittsburgh Black Media Federation’s 36th annual Robert L. Vann Media Awards, which honors outstanding journalism. The June 4 ceremony will feature a tribute to the late Elaine Effort, special recognition for Point Park University, and is sponsored by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
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Stepp promoted to corporate production director
Join us in congratulating Jason Stepp on being named corporate production director at Sample News Group. He also serves as the director of manufacturing at the Indiana Gazette. Read our 2024 feature on Stepp here.
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Lancaster Farming announces The Farmer’s Choice Awards
Lancaster Farming is celebrating its 70th anniversary by honoring the farms that make this publication possible. “When the first-ever Lancaster Farming rolled off the printing press all those years ago, it was introduced to farmers as ‘your paper.’ Seven decades later, that promise hasn’t changed,” said Executive Editor Stephen Seeber.
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PNA Foundation offering fiscal sponsorship services
As more and more for-profit members are venturing into fundraising and donations, PNA Foundation will be offering fiscal sponsorship services to select members on a case-by-case basis.
Contact Tanya Henderson, executive director of PNAF, for more information.
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May 12: JTCP#2 – Writing Primer – Part 1: Mastering Story Structure and AP Style - virtual
Learn the key elements of story organization and structure to help you craft clear, compelling narratives that engage readers. Plus, gain a greater understanding of Associated Press style and hear insider tips from experienced journalists. Learn more about the PNA Foundation Journalism Training Certification Program and save money by registering for more of the 12 sessions – or all 12 sessions – by clicking here.
| | PNA President and CEO Bill Cotter (second from right) with Joe Beegle, John Cook and Bob Williams from Sample News Group. | | |
June 24: PNA Foundation Golf Outing - Colonial Golf & Tennis Club, 4901 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg | Lunch at noon; tee time at 1 p.m.
We invite PNA members, board directors and trustees, vendors, partners and friends to join us for a great time and important fundraiser for the PNA Foundation! Various levels of support are available.
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MANSI Media salutes Small Business Week with bold ideas
May 4-10 is small business week in Pennsylvania. As a proud small business, we’re celebrating the passion, grit and creativity that fuel entrepreneurs everywhere – because we know firsthand what it takes to build something. Here’s to big ideas and small businesses making a big impact.
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"Freedom of the Press, if it means anything at all, means the freedom to criticize and oppose."
George Orwell, novelist and poet
Thank you for reading,
Bill Cotter
President & CEO
Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association
Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation
MANSI Media
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