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closed 8/8/2007 via BusinessWire

Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC, purchased Connecticut and Vermont clusters from Journal Community Publishing Group

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC acquired the assets of Journal Community Publishing Group, Inc.’s Connecticut and Vermont clusters -- consisting of 11 community papers, two printing facilities (in Trumbull, CT and Bennington, VT) and five shopper products.
buyer: Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC
Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC is the publisher of several weekly newspapers in Fairfield County and one newspaper in northern Westchester County, NY.
seller parent: Journal Communications Inc.
seller: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group owns and operates nearly 100 publications and five printing facilities across 8 states, while employing more than 1,200 people.
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$29
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closed 5/1/2013 via BNC Analysis

Dave Gould, acquired Main Street Newspapers

See 356 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Main Street Newspapers LLC, a newspaper group based in Lebanon, announces the sale of its newspaper group, which includes the twice-weekly Wilson Post, the weekly Gallatin News and the weekly Hendersonville Standard, to former Tennessean Advertising Executive Dave Gould.
buyer: Dave Gould
Dave Gould was Vice President/Advertising with The Tennessean for 11 years and spent 23 years with Gannett Co., Inc., The Tennessean's parent company.
target: Main Street Newspapers
Main Street Media, LLC owns 3 newspapers and 2 magazines in Middle Tennessee. The 3 newspapers are The Wilson Post, The Gallatin Newspaper, and The Hendersonville Standard. The 2 magazines are The Real Estate Magazine and Wilson Living Magazine.
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closed 3/6/2013 via BNC Analysis

Community Media, purchased 3 W. Pa. Newspapers from Independent Publications, Inc.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Community Media Group of Illinois has bought three western Pennsylvania newspapers, The Courier-Express of DuBois, the Jeffersonian Democrat of Brookville, and The Leader-Vindicator of New Bethlehem, along with their related publications and digital websites, from Independent Publications, Inc.
buyer: Community Media
Community Media Group is a privately held newspaper publishing group, which owns and operates daily and weekly newspapers, shoppers, and other print distribution products in six states.
seller: Independent Publications, Inc.
The three western Pennsylvania newspapers are The Courier-Express of DuBois, the Jeffersonian Democrat of Brookville, and The Leader-Vindicator of New Bethlehem.
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closed 3/6/2013 via Yahoo, Inc.

Sound Publishing, Inc., acquired Daily Herald Co.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Everett Daily Herald was sold to Canada's Black Press, which operates as Sound Publishing Inc. in Washington. Daily Herald Owns The Herald and HeraldNet.com, The Herald Business Journal and the Spanish-language weekly and website La Raza del Noroeste.
buyer parent:Black Press Ltd.
buyer: Sound Publishing, Inc.
Sound Publishing, Inc. publishes newspapers. Its newspapers include information on local events, schools, government, and sports.
target parent: The Washington Post Company
target: Daily Herald Co.
The Daily Herald Co. is a newspaper publisher based in Everett, Wa. They also publish the Herald Business Journal and the Spanish-language weekly and website La Raza del Noroeste.
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closed 1/29/2013 via Company Press Release

MittMedia Forvaltnings AB, acquired Sundsvalls Nyheter

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MittMedia has acquired Sundsvalls Nyheter from DirektPress, a publisher of free local newspapers in Sweden.
buyer: MittMedia Forvaltnings AB
MittMedia Forvaltnings AB was founded in 1990 and engages in the publication of newspapers in Sweden.
target parent: DirektPress
target: Sundsvalls Nyheter
Founded in 2007, Sundsvalls Nyheter is a Swedish newspaper distributed to households in Sundsvall, Timrå and Steamers with a circulation of about 70,000 copies a week.
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closed 1/21/2013 via BNC Analysis

Oahu Publications, Inc., acquired The Garden Island

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Oahu Publications, Inc. (OPI) and Kauai Publishing Co. announced that OPI has purchased The Garden Island newspaper from Lee Enterprises, of Davenport, Iowa. The Garden Island, with a total average circulation of 9,509 daily and 8,413 on Sundays, will continue to be published Monday through Friday and Sunday.
buyer: Oahu Publications, Inc.
Oahu Publications, Inc. ("OPI") is a private company that owns and publishes the Star-Bulletin daily newspaper, Midweek and other weekly newspapers and magazines. OPI also manages Internet sites and is engaged in commercial printing. The company was established in 2001.
target parent: Lee Enterprises, Inc.
target: The Garden Island
Kauai Publishing Company dates back to 1902, the year The Garden Island newspaper, Kaua‘i's newspaper of record, was first published. Kauai Publishing continues to publish and distribute The Garden Island, now seven days a week.
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announced 11/28/2012 via Company Press Release

20 Minuten AG, will acquire MetroXpress A/S

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: 20 Minuten AG, a subsidiary of Swiss media group Tamedia AG, is buying MetroXpress Denmark SA. MetroXpress Denmark SA operates the free commuter newspapers metroXpress and 24timer as well as the associated news portals.
buyer parent:Tamedia AG
buyer: 20 Minuten AG
20 Minuten AG publishes newspapers in Switzerland.
target parent: Metro International
target: MetroXpress A/S
MetroXpress Denmark SA operates the free commuter newspapers metroXpress and 24timer as well as the associated news portals. MetroXpress has the highest readership of Denmark's commuter newspaper.
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$33
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closed 6/25/2012 via BNC Analysis

Berkshire Hathaway Inc., purchased 63 Daily Newspapers from Media General, Inc.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Media General, a leading provider of news, information and entertainment across multiple media platform, has closed its sale of 63 daily and weekly newspapers, including its flagship Richmond Times-Dispatch, to Berkshire Hathaway for $142 million in cash.
buyer: Berkshire Hathaway Inc.(BRK.A:$143,688.00)
Berkshire Hathaway and its subsidiaries engage in diverse business activities including property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, utilities and energy, freight rail transportation, finance, manufacturing, retailing and services.
seller: Media General, Inc.(MEG:$616.21)
Media General is a leading provider of news, information and entertainment across multiple media platforms, serving consumers and advertisers in strong local markets, primarily in the Southeastern United States.
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$142
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announced 5/16/2012 via Wall Street Journal

Todd Vogt, will acquire The San Francisco Bay Guardian, Inc.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: An investor group lead by Todd Vogt agreed to buy the San Francisco Bay Guardian. The San Francisco Bay Guardian has been printing the news as the Bay Area's independent, locally-owned & edited newspaper.
buyer: Todd Vogt
Todd Vogt is the leader of an investor group that recently agreed to buy the San Francisco Bay Guardian. He is now the publisher, president, and co-owner of the newspaper.
target: The San Francisco Bay Guardian, Inc.
The San Francisco Bay Guardian publishes a paper issue every Wednesday containing indepth news reports, progressive opinions, thoughtful and entertaining arts and culture coverage, local guides, and comprehensive listings of the most interesting Bay Area events.
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closed 4/2/2012 via BNC Analysis

Interstate General Media, LLC, acquired Philadelphia Media Network

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Philadelphia’s two major daily newspapers have been restored to local ownership. A group of business, civic, and political leaders have paid $55 million for Philadelphia Media Network, publisher of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News, Philly.com and SportsWeek.
buyer: Interstate General Media, LLC
Interstate General Media, LLC was formed by TV mogul Gerry Lenfest, businessman Lewis Katz, New Jersey Democratic political powerhouse George E. Norcross III, and others.
target: Philadelphia Media Network
The Philadelphia Media Network publishes the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News, Philly.com and SportsWeek.
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$55
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closed 3/28/2012 via BNC Analysis

Maine Values LLC, acquired MaineToday Media, Inc.

See 383 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: S. Donald Sussman acquired a 75 percent equity stake in MaineToday Media. MaineToday Media owns and operates The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, the Kennebec Journal in Augusta, the Morning Sentinel in Waterville and the Coastal Journal in Bath, along with digital properties that include mainetoday.com, Maine Jobs and Raising Maine.
buyer: Maine Values LLC
Maine Values LLC is owned by financier and North Haven, Maine resident S. Donald Sussman, one of the state's leading philanthropists and political donors.
target parent: HM Capital Partners LLC
target: MaineToday Media, Inc.
MaineToday Media owns and operates The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, the Kennebec Journal in Augusta, the Morning Sentinel in Waterville and the Coastal Journal in Bath, along with digital properties that include mainetoday.com, Maine Jobs and Raising Maine.
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closed 3/28/2012 via BNC Analysis

HPR Hemlock LLC, purchased Northern Virginia Division from American Community Newspapers LLC

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: American Community Newspapers has sold the company's Northern Virginia division to HPR Hemlock LLC. The division's weekly newspapers include Leesburg Today, Ashburn Today, the Arlington Sun Gazette and the Great Falls, McLean, Oakton, Vienna Sun Gazette.
buyer: HPR Hemlock LLC
HPR Hemlock LLC is a newspaper investment firm out of Fort Worth, Texas.
seller: American Community Newspapers LLC
American Community Newspapers is a group of 3 daily and 61 weekly newspapers and 4 niche publications which reaches in excess of one million households. The Company's core operations consist of a 44 publication, clustered newspaper group located in and around the Minneapolis, St. Paul area.
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closed 3/7/2012 via BNC Analysis

Versa Capital Management, acquired Impressions Media

See 515 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Impressions Media announced that it has been acquired by Versa Capital Management, LLC. Impressions Media operates The Times Leader, several community papers, associated websites and digital media businesses that serve communities in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
buyer: Versa Capital Management
Versa Capital Management is a private equity investment firm which focuses on control investments in special situations involving middle market companies where value and performance growth can be achieved through enhanced operational and financial management.
target: Impressions Media
Impressions Media operates The Times Leader, several community papers, associated websites and digital media businesses that serve communities in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
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closed 1/30/2012 via BNC Analysis

Groupe Hima Spas, Hi-Media Group, JCG Medias, acquired La Tribune SAS

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: French mobile marketing company Hi-Media and newspaper group France Economie Regions (FER) have acquired national business newspaper La Tribune out of receivership. FER subsidiaries Hima and JCG Medias own 66 percent and 6.2 percent respectively, Hi-Media 27.8 percent and JCG Medias 6.2 percent.
buyer: Hi-Media Group
buyer: Groupe Hima Spas
buyer: JCG Medias
Hi-media, the online media group, is one of the top Internet publishers in the world with more than 50 million unique visitors per month on its proprietary websites. Hi-media is also a leading European player in online advertising and electronic payment.
target: La Tribune SAS
La Tribune is a national newspaper located in France.
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announced 10/19/2011 via BusinessWire

Glacier Media, Inc., will purchase British Columbia-Based Community Newspapers from Postmedia Network Canada Corp.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Postmedia Network Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Postmedia Network Canada Corp., announced a definitive agreement to sell daily newspapers the Times Colonist, Nanaimo Daily News and Alberni Valley Times and its community newspaper properties in British Columbia to affiliates of Glacier Media Inc.
buyer: Glacier Media, Inc.
Glacier Media Inc. is an information communications company focused on the provision of primary and essential information and related services through print, electronic and online media.
seller: Postmedia Network Canada Corp.
Postmedia Network Canada Corp. through its subsidiary Postmedia Network Inc., engages in publishing of newspapers. It is the largest publisher by circulation of paid English-language daily newspapers in Canada, representing some of the country's best known media brands.
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closed 5/20/2011 via BusinessWire

Versa Capital Management, acquired Ohio Community Media LLC

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: OCM, LLC, an affiliate of Versa Capital Management, Inc. announced that it has acquired substantially all assets of Ohio Community Media, LLC. Ohio Community Media owns and operates 14 daily newspapers, 30 weeklies and a collection of shoppers and niche publications, as well as various online applications.
buyer: Versa Capital Management
Versa Capital Management is a private equity investment firm which focuses on control investments in special situations involving middle market companies where value and performance growth can be achieved through enhanced operational and financial management.
target: Ohio Community Media LLC
Ohio Community Media owns and operates 14 daily newspapers, 30 weeklies and a collection of shoppers and niche publications, as well as various online applications. The company serves communities in northern and western Ohio.
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cancelled 9/14/2010 via Capital IQ

Consortium (Philadelphia Newspapers), cancelled an acquisition of Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The consortium of investors cancelled the acquisition of Philadelphia Newspapers LLC from Philadelphia Media Holdings LLC
buyer: Consortium (Philadelphia Newspapers)
The consortium of buyers for Philadelphia Newspapers include Alden Global Capital, Angelo, Gordon & Co., Cerberus Capital Management, CIT Group, Inc., Credit Suisse Asset Management, LLC, Halbis Capital Management (USA) Inc., McDonnell Investment Management, LLC and Venor Capital Management L.P.
target parent: SeventySix Capital
target: Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc.
Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc. is the publisher of the The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Philadelphia Daily News. The newspapers have 4,500 employees.
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closed 2/26/2010 via BusinessWire

Oahu Publications, Inc., purchased The Honolulu Advertiser and related assets from Gannett Co., Inc.

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Gannett Co., Inc. and Oahu Publications, Inc. (OPI) announced they have reached an agreement for OPI to acquire The Honolulu Advertiser and related assets including website, non-daily publications and Gannett’s interest in Hawaii.com. Gannett will maintain its ownership of 605 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu. The financial terms were not disclosed.
buyer: Oahu Publications, Inc.
Oahu Publications, Inc. ("OPI") is a private company that owns and publishes the Star-Bulletin daily newspaper, Midweek and other weekly newspapers and magazines. OPI also manages Internet sites and is engaged in commercial printing. The company was established in 2001.
seller: Gannett Co., Inc.(GCI:$5,353.20)
Gannett Co., Inc. is an international news and information company operating on multiple platforms including the Internet, mobile, newspapers, magazines and TV stations. Gannett is an Internet leader with hundreds of newspaper and TV Web sites.
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closed 7/13/2010 via Capital IQ

A Consortium of 5 Buyers acquired CanWest Limited Partnership

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: A group led by former Sun Media tabloid publisher and current National Post CEO Paul Godfrey won the bidding to buy Canwest Global Communications group of newspapers, including the Montreal Gazette, Ottawa Citizen and Vancouver Sun..
buyer: Royal Bank of Canada(RY:$35,750.00)
buyer: Bank of Nova Scotia(BNS:$26,730.00)
buyer: TD Group Financial Services
buyer: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce(CM:$15,998.00)
buyer: Bank of Montreal(BMO:$15,151.67)
The consortium of buyers for CanWest Limited Partnership includes Royal Bank of Canada, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Bank of Montreal, The Bank of Nova Scotia and Toronto-Dominion Bank.
target parent: CanWest Global Communications Corp.
target: CanWest Limited Partnership
CanWest Limited Partnership is the largest publisher of English-language newspapers in Canada.
price($mm)[EV]
$897 [$2,234]
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$943
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$170
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2.4x
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13.1x
announced 7/20/2009 via PR Newswire

Cooke Communications, LLC, will purchase 13 Newspapers from Cox Enterprises Inc.

See 354 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Cox Enterprises, Inc. announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell three of its North Carolina newspapers and ten weekly newspapers in eastern North Carolina to Cooke Communications, LLC, a privately-held family company headed by John Kent Cooke.
buyer: Cooke Communications, LLC
Cooke Communications, LLC is a private corporation headed by John Kent Cooke. It owns The Key West Citizen (8,900 daily, 9,749 Sunday), a number of weekly newspapers stringing the Florida Keys, and Internet publishing business floridakeys.com
seller: Cox Enterprises Inc.
Cox Enterprises is a leading communications, media and automotive services company. With revenues exceeding $15 billion and more than 77,000 employees, the company's major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications, Inc., Manheim, Inc., Cox Media Group, Inc., and AutoTrader.com.
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*Price paid does not equal Enterprise Value as the buyer aqcuired less than 100% of target
closed 12/3/2012 via BusinessWire

Multi-Media Channels, LLC, purchased Northern Wisconsin Publications from Journal Community Publishing Group

See 521 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Journal Community Publishing Group, Inc. announced the sale of its publications and websites in Northern Wisconsin to Multi-Media Channels, LLC. Included in the sale are buyer’s guide publications and corresponding web-sites serving Waupaca, Marathon County, Wood County, Stevens Point, Rhinelander, New London and Clintonville.
buyer: Multi-Media Channels, LLC
Multi-Media Channels, LLC is a publishing company located in Green Bay, WI.
seller parent: Journal Communications Inc.
seller: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group is a diversified publishing and printing company with operations in Wisconsin. Its Northern Wisconsin publications serve Waupaca, Marathon County, Wood County, Stevens Point, Rhinelander, New London and Clintonville.
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closed 6/9/2011 via BusinessWire

The Observer Group, Inc., acquired Pelican Press

See 554 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Journal Community Publishing Group announced the sale of the Pelican Press and PelicanPress Marketplace businesses to The Observer Group, Inc. The Pelican Press is a newspaper that is well known in the Sarasota community for its complete coverage of county and city government, environmental issues and education.
buyer: The Observer Group, Inc.
The Observer Group, Inc. is a family-owned and operated multimedia company with five newspapers, three websites, a quarterly arts and social magazine and more than 80 employees serving multiple communities around Florida.
target parent: Journal Communications Inc.
target: Pelican Press
The Pelican Press is a newspaper that is well known in the Sarasota community for its complete coverage of county and city government, environmental issues and education. Weekly features include a community calendar of events; an arts calendar; film, music, art and restaurant columns, and more.
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announced 9/29/2008 via BusinessWire

Journal Community Publishing Group, will acquire Waupaca Publishing Company, Inc.

See 554 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Journal Community Publishing Group, Inc., a Journal Communications, Inc. company, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase the assets of Waupaca Publishing Company for approximately $7 million, subject to certain closing adjustments.
buyer parent:Journal Communications Inc.
buyer: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group owns and operates nearly 100 publications and five printing facilities across 8 states, while employing more than 1,200 people.
target: Waupaca Publishing Company, Inc.
Waupaca Publishing Company, Inc. publishes the Waupaca-area newspapers the Waupaca County Post, The Chronicle, the Picture Post, and the Tri-County Advertiser. It also includes the niche publications Wisconsin State Farmer, Wisconsin Horsemen’s News, and Silent Sports magazine.
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closed 10/11/2007 via BusinessWire

Journal Community Publishing Group, purchased Clintonville Tribune-Gazette from GateHouse Media, Inc.

See 352 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Journal Communications, Inc. announced that its Journal Community Publishing Group has purchased the Clintonville Tribune-Gazette in Clintonville, Wisconsin, from GateHouse Media, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer parent:Journal Communications Inc.
buyer: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group owns and operates nearly 100 publications and five printing facilities across 8 states, while employing more than 1,200 people.
seller parent: Fortress Investment Group LLC
seller: GateHouse Media, Inc.(GHS:$449.10)
GateHouse Media, Inc. is one of the largest publishers of locally based print and online media in the United States as measured by number of daily publications. GateHouse Media now owns over 425 community publications located in 18 states across the country.
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closed 8/8/2007 via BusinessWire

Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC, purchased Connecticut and Vermont clusters from Journal Community Publishing Group

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC acquired the assets of Journal Community Publishing Group, Inc.’s Connecticut and Vermont clusters -- consisting of 11 community papers, two printing facilities (in Trumbull, CT and Bennington, VT) and five shopper products.
buyer: Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC
Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC is the publisher of several weekly newspapers in Fairfield County and one newspaper in northern Westchester County, NY.
seller parent: Journal Communications Inc.
seller: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group owns and operates nearly 100 publications and five printing facilities across 8 states, while employing more than 1,200 people.
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closed 7/9/2007 via

Target Media Partners, purchased Louisiana Publishing Group from Journal Community Publishing Group

See 353 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Journal Community Publishing Group has signed a definitive agreement under which a Target Media Partners affiliate will acquire the assets of the Louisiana Publishing Group -- consisting of three vehicle photographic publications, a general merchandise shopper and two companion websites.
buyer parent:Credit Suisse First Boston
buyer: Target Media Partners
Target Media Partners is a leading print and online publisher of local classified and used vehicle photo advertising, information and employment advertising for truck drivers, and wholesale merchandise advertising.
seller parent: Journal Communications Inc.
seller: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group owns and operates nearly 100 publications and five printing facilities across 8 states, while employing more than 1,200 people.
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closed 8/8/2007 via BusinessWire

Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC, purchased Connecticut and Vermont clusters from Journal Community Publishing Group

See 355 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC acquired the assets of Journal Community Publishing Group, Inc.’s Connecticut and Vermont clusters -- consisting of 11 community papers, two printing facilities (in Trumbull, CT and Bennington, VT) and five shopper products.
buyer: Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC
Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC is the publisher of several weekly newspapers in Fairfield County and one newspaper in northern Westchester County, NY.
seller parent: Journal Communications Inc.
seller: Journal Community Publishing Group
Journal Community Publishing Group owns and operates nearly 100 publications and five printing facilities across 8 states, while employing more than 1,200 people.
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closed 5/1/2013 via BNC Analysis

Lakeway Publishers, Inc., acquired Sun Publications of Florida, Inc.

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Lakeway Publishers, Inc. acquired Sun Publications of Florida, Inc. and its group of newspapers and shoppers in Central Florida. Publications involved are the Osceola News-Gazette in Kissimmee, Clermont News Leader, Four Corners News Leader, The Triangle News Leader, The Sumter Shopper and the Pasco Shopper.
buyer: Lakeway Publishers, Inc.
Lakeway Publishers, Inc. publishes newspapers, magazines, and books in Tennessee, Missouri, and Virgina. It offers advertising representative owner or user manuals, terrestrial or celestial globes, exercise books, reference books, encyclopedias, and printed publications.
target parent: Independent Publications, Inc.
target: Sun Publications of Florida, Inc.
Sun Publications of Florida, Inc. are printers for newspapers, shoppers, coupon books and more. They publish six Central Florida weekly publications including Osceola News Gazette, Clermont News Leader, Four Corners News Leader, Sumter County Shopper, Triangle News Leader, and Pasco County Shopper.
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closed 3/7/2013 via Company Press Release

The Emporia Gazette, acquired The St. Marys Star

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Emporia Gazette has purchased the St. Marys Star newspaper. The St. Marys Star operates as a newspaper in Saint Marys, Kansas.
buyer: The Emporia Gazette
The Emporia Gazette is a daily newspaper in Emporia, Kansas.
target: The St. Marys Star
The St. Marys Star was first published in 1884. It operates as a weekly newspaper in Saint Marys, Kansas.
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closed 2/1/2013 via Company Press Release

Straus News, Inc., acquired Manhattan Newspaper Group

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Manhattan Newspaper Group has been sold to Straus News. Included in the deal are some of New York’s longest standing publications. Titles going to Straus include the West Side Spirit, Our Town, Our Town Downtown, the Chelsea Clinton News, the Westsider and www.NYPress.com.
buyer: Straus News, Inc.
Straus News publishes 14 local weekly newspapers and associated websites in contiguous towns in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The circulation area covers Manhattan and Orange County in New York, Sussex and Passaic Counties in New Jersey and Pike County in Pennsylvania.
target parent: ISIS Equity Partners LLP
target: Manhattan Newspaper Group
Manhattan Newspaper Group publishes 5 newspapers in New York City. The five Manhattan weekly newspapers include West Side Spirit, Our Town, Our Town Downtown, the Chelsea Clinton News and the Westsider.
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closed 1/23/2013 via BNC Analysis

Allied Press Ltd, acquired Mountain Scene Limited

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Queenstown community newspaper Mountain Scene and its website have been bought by Allied Press Ltd, publisher of the Otago Daily Times. Mountain Scene, was founded by Barry Thomas as a tourist publication in 1972.
buyer: Allied Press Ltd
Allied Press Ltd is an Otago-owned media company with interests in daily and community newspapers, regional television stations and commercial printing operations.
target: Mountain Scene Limited
Mountain Scene is Queenstown, New Zealand's longest running newspaper. The Mountain Scene is published weekly on Thursday
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closed 1/9/2013 via BusinessWire

Pamplin Media Group, purchased 6 weekly newspapers from Eagle Newspapers Inc.

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Pamplin Media Group, Oregon’s largest community news organization and a subsidiary of R.B. Pamplin Corp., has expanded its reach with the acquisition of six weekly newspapers from Eagle Newspapers Inc., a Salem-based company. The transaction has expanded Pamplin Media Group’s presence throughout the Portland area and in Central Oregon.
buyer parent:R.B. Pamplin Corporation
buyer: Pamplin Media Group
Pamplin Media Group owns the Portland Tribune and 17 other newspapers throughout Portland, including newspapers in Gresham, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Tigard and Clackamas.
seller: Eagle Newspapers Inc.
The 6 newspapers from Eagle Newspapers Inc. included in the acquisition are: the Canby Herald, Madras Pioneer, Molalla Pioneer, Newberg Graphic, Wilsonville Spokesman and Woodburn Independent.
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closed 12/4/2012 via BNC Analysis

Fairfax Media Ltd., acquired Beaudesert Times Pty Limited

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synopsis: Fairfax Regional Media has acquired Beaudesert Times Pty Ltd. The Beaudesert Times is a paid weekly (Wednesday) tabloid format newspaper, based in Beaudesert, Australia.
buyer: Fairfax Media Ltd.(AU:FXJ:$2,657.79)
Fairfax Media Limited is Australia's largest multi-platform media group. The group comprises metropolitan, rural, regional and community mastheads and serves its audiences through high-quality, independent journalism and offers dynamic venues for commerce and information.
target: Beaudesert Times Pty Limited
Beaudesert Times is a paid weekly (Wednesday) tabloid format newspaper, based in Beaudesert, Australia.
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closed 11/1/2012 via BNC Analysis

Northeast Texas Publishing, LP, purchased 5 East Texas weekly newspapers from Texas Community Media

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Texas Community Media LLC announced the sale of 5 East Texas weekly newspapers. Northeast Texas Publishing, LP will acquire the Atlanta Citizens Journal, Bowie County Citizens Tribune, The Cass County Sun, The Pittsburg Gazette and The Daingerfield Bee.
buyer: Northeast Texas Publishing, LP
Northeast Texas Publishing, LP is a publisher with a history of success running weekly newspapers.
seller: Texas Community Media
Texas Community Media is the leading source of local news and advertising in fourteen newspapers throughout northeastern and east Texas. The media company produces unique local content for two daily newspapers and twelve twice-weekly and weekly publications.
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closed 11/1/2012 via BNC Analysis

Bluebonnet Publishing LLC, purchased 3 East Texas weekly newspapers from Texas Community Media

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Texas Community Media LLC announced the sale of 3 East Texas weekly newspapers. Bluebonnet Publishing LLC will acquire the Mineola Monitor, Wood County Democrat and Lindale News & Times.
buyer: Bluebonnet Publishing LLC
Bluebonnet Publishing LLC is a publisher with a history of success running weekly newspapers in Texas.
seller: Texas Community Media
Texas Community Media is the leading source of local news and advertising in fourteen newspapers throughout northeastern and east Texas. The media company produces unique local content for two daily newspapers and twelve twice-weekly and weekly publications.
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closed 11/1/2012 via BNC Analysis

Bardwell Ink LLC, purchased 2 East Texas weekly newspapers from Texas Community Media

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Texas Community Media LLC announced the sale of 2 East Texas weekly newspapers. Bardwell Ink LLC is acquiring the Gladewater Mirror and The Big Sandy & Hawkins Journal.
buyer: Bardwell Ink LLC
Bardwell Ink LLC is a publisher with a history of success running weekly newspapers in Texas.
seller: Texas Community Media
Texas Community Media is the leading source of local news and advertising in fourteen newspapers throughout northeastern and east Texas. The media company produces unique local content for two daily newspapers and twelve twice-weekly and weekly publications.
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closed 11/1/2012 via BNC Analysis

Dan and Mary Ann Moore, purchased The Great Saline Sun from Texas Community Media

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Dan and Mary Ann Moore acquired The Grand Saline Sun from Texas Community Media. The Grand Saline Sun of Texas Community Media LLC is a weekly newspaper distributed in Grand Saline, Texas.
buyer: Dan and Mary Ann Moore
Dan and Mary Ann Moore are publishers with histories of success running weekly newspapers in Texas.
seller: Texas Community Media
Texas Community Media is the leading source of local news and advertising in fourteen newspapers throughout northeastern and east Texas. The media company produces unique local content for two daily newspapers and twelve twice-weekly and weekly publications.
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closed 10/17/2012 via BNC Analysis

FP Newspapers Income Fund, acquired The Carberry News-Express Ltd.

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Carberry News Express has been acquired by FP Canadian Newspapers Limited Partnership. The weekly western Manitoba newspaper, which has a circulation of 1,100, has been serving the Carberry area for over 125 years.
buyer: FP Newspapers Income Fund(US:FPNUF:$6.48)
FP Newspapers Income Fund (the Fund) is an unincorporated, open-ended, limited-purpose trust formed to acquire and own indirect interests in newspapers and other media businesses.
target: The Carberry News-Express Ltd.
The Carberry News-Express is a weekly newspaper published in Carberry, Manitoba every Monday. The paper goes back 117 years, nearly as long as the town itself, which has just celebrated its 125th anniversary.
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closed 10/1/2012 via BNC Analysis

Shaw Media, acquired Suburban Life

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Shaw Media, based in Dixon, has purchased Suburban Life publications and affiliated operations from GateHouse Media. Suburban Life, based in Downers Grove, is a group of 22 weekly newspapers in Chicago's western suburbs. Suburban Life distributes in DuPage, Kane, McHenry, Will and Cook counties.
buyer: Shaw Media
Shaw Newspapers is a communications company engaged in the business of publishing and distributing quality community newspapers which inform, enlighten and entertain readers; meet the changing needs of advertisers; and promote the interests of the communities they serve.
target parent: Fortress Investment Group LLC
target: Suburban Life
Suburban Life, based in Downers Grove, is a group of 22 weekly newspapers in Chicago's western suburbs. The Suburban Life publications include the Elmhurst Press, Wheaton Leader, Downers Grove Reporter, Berwyn Life, as well as other titles, and the website mysuburbanlife.com.
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closed 7/31/2012 via BNC Analysis

Jennifer Goodstein, acquired Community Media, LLC

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: A group of downtown Manhattan weekly newspapers owned by Community Media have been sold. John Sutter, the publisher of the Downtown Express, East Villager, Chelsea Now, Gay City News and The Villager, sold the papers to Jennifer Goodstein, a former MetLife digital business executive.
buyer: Jennifer Goodstein
Jennifer Goodstein is a former MetLife digital business executive. Ms. Goodstein, a native of Clarks Summit, Pa., was previously a director of technology for the Talbot County, Md., public school system before joining MetLife, where she served as assistant vice president for retail e-business.
target: Community Media, LLC
Community Media LLC is a publisher of New York City (Manhattan) neighborhood newspapers. They publish The Villager, Downtown Express, Gay City News, Chelsea Now and East Villager.
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closed 7/20/2012 via BNC Analysis

Brace Capital, acquired The Casket

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Brace Capital Ltd., which is headed by Sarah Dennis, the same woman who owns The Chronicle Herald, has purchased the assets of Casket Printing & Publishing Company (2006) Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. The Casket is a paid weekly newspaper. Their extended publication, The Quad County EXTRA, is delivered weekly to over 20,000 homes.
buyer: Brace Capital
Brace Capital is a Halifax-based investment firm established by Sarah Dennis who also is the owner of the Chronicle Herald, based in Atlantic Canada.
target: The Casket
The Casket is the community newspaper for Antigonish, Canada. The Casket is a paid weekly newspaper. Their extended publication, The Quad County EXTRA, is delivered weekly to over 20,000 homes in Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond counties in Canada.
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closed 5/30/2012 via BNC Analysis

Texas Community Media, purchased East Texas Community Newspapers from ASP Westward, L.P.

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Texas Community Media LLC announced it has reached an agreement to purchase the Longview News-Journal, Marshall News Messenger and a related group of East Texas weekly newspapers from ASP Westward.
buyer: Texas Community Media
Texas Community Media is the leading source of local news and advertising in fourteen newspapers throughout northeastern and east Texas. The media company produces unique local content for two daily newspapers and twelve twice-weekly and weekly publications.
seller: ASP Westward, L.P.
ASP Westward, L.P. publishes community newspapers in suburban metropolitan and isolated rural communities. The Company is focused on establishing and maintaining a strong franchise as the leading provider of local information and advertising.
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closed 3/30/2012 via Company Press Release

The Pender, acquired The Topsail Voice

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synopsis: The Pender Post and The Topsail Voice have combined operations to become The Pender-Topsail Voice & Post. The Topsail Voice is a weekly newspaper that provides news to Pender County, North Carolina.
buyer: The Pender
he Pender Post is a family-owned community newspaper serving Pender County. The “Media of Record for the People of Pender County” is based in the county seat of Burgaw but covers news in all points of the county, including Rocky Point and Hampstead, among others.
target: The Topsail Voice
The Topsail Voice is a weekly newspaper that provides news to Pender County, North Carolina.
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closed 12/21/2011 via Reuters

Pohjois-Suomen Media Oy, acquired Kotikymppi Newspaper

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Pohjois-Suomen Media, a newspaper publishing company in Finland and part of Alma Media Group, has bought the copyrights of the Kotikymppi Newspaper, published in Kemijärvi. The deal strengthens Alma Media's position in Northern Finland and Lapland.
buyer parent:Alma Media Oyj
buyer: Pohjois-Suomen Media Oy
Pohjois-Suomen Media Oy (Northern Finland Media Ltd.) publishes three regional papers - Lapin Kansa, Pohjolan Sanomat and Kainuun Sanomat- and five local or city papers.
target: Kotikymppi Newspaper
Kotikymppi Newspaper is issued once a week in Kemijärvi, Salla, Savukoski, Pelkosenniemi, Luosto, Sodankylä, Northern Posio and Northern Kuusamo.
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closed 9/27/2011 via BNC Analysis

The Dispatch Printing Company, acquired CM Media Inc.

See 392 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Dispatch Printing Co. announced that it has acquired a group of niche publications that form CM Media Inc. from American Community Newspapers, expanding the depth and breadth of its news organization. In addition, a handful of supporting niche local news and information websites will become part of the Dispatch Digital network.
buyer: The Dispatch Printing Company
The Dispatch Printing Company publishes and markets a newspaper in print and online versions in Ohio. It offers Columbus Dispatch, a daily newspaper that provides news and information to central Ohioans; and Dispatch.com, an online version of its newspaper.
target parent: American Community Newspapers, Inc.
target: CM Media Inc.
CM Media includes Columbus Monthly, The Other Paper, Suburban News Publications, a group of 22 community weekly newspapers, Columbus C.E.O., a monthly business magazine, and Columbus Bride, a twice annual bridal resource and tradeshow and other publications. Circulation is approximately 410,000.
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closed 12/1/2010 via Wall Street Journal

Jerome Kohlberg, Jr., acquired Vineyard Gazette

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synopsis: Jerome Kohlberg and his wife have agreed to buy the Vineyard Gazette, a weekly newspaper in the New England community. The purchase price was $3.5 million, including $1.5 million for the Gazette's real estate. Kohlberg stepped down from Kohlberg, Kravis Roberts & Co more than 20 years ago and launched Kohlberg & Co.
buyer: Jerome Kohlberg, Jr.
Jerome Kohlberg, Jr. is an American businessman and early pioneer in the private equity and leveraged buyout industries founding private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. and later Kohlberg & Company.
target: Vineyard Gazette
The Vineyard Gazette, was a family-owned weekly newspaper that had been a prominent, much-decorated and enduring chronicle of Island life on Martha's Vineyard for 164 years.
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closed 9/14/2010 via Yahoo, Inc.

Transcontinental Media, acquired Groupe Media-Business Inc.

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synopsis: Transcontinental Media, a subsidiary of Transcontinental has acquired Groupe Media-Business Inc., publisher of the Le Nord newspaper in Quebec. Terms of the acquisition of the weekly, distributed in the Laurentians area of Quebec, were not disclosed.
buyer parent:Transcontinental Inc.
buyer: Transcontinental Media
The fourth-largest print media group in Canada, with annual revenues of $580 million in 2006, Transcontinental Media is the country’s leading publisher of consumer magazines and of French-language educational resources as well as being the largest publisher of community newspapers in Eastern Canada.
 target: Groupe Media-Business Inc.
Groupe Media-Business Inc. is the publisher of community paper Le Nord (QC). The weekly paper has a circulation of nearly 50,000 and is distributed in the Laurentians area of Quebec.
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Postmedia Network Canada Corp.

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Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc.

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Ticker: GCI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gannett Co., Inc.
Gannett Co., Inc.
Gannett Co., Inc. is an international media and marketing solutions company that informs and engages more than 100 million people every month through its powerful network of broadcast, digital, mobile and publishing properties.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$5,353.20
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,105.92
EBIT ($mm)
$911.88
Net Income ($mm)
$424.28
Employees
31000
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Ticker: WPO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Washington Post Company
The Washington Post Company
The Washington Post Company is a diversified media and education company whose principal operations include newspaper and magazine publishing, television broadcasting, cable television systems, electronic information services, and educational and career services.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$4,214.83
EBITDA ($mm)
$662.76
EBIT ($mm)
$381.03
Net Income ($mm)
$117.15
Employees
18000
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Ticker: DMTGF
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Daily Mail and General Trust plc
Daily Mail and General Trust plc
Operating in over 40 countries, DMGT (Daily Mail and General Trust plc) produces high-quality content, information, analytics and events for both businesses and consumers.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$2,817.94
EBITDA ($mm)
$588.33
EBIT ($mm)
$398.62
Net Income ($mm)
$414.92
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Ticker: AU:FXJ
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fairfax Media Ltd.
Fairfax Media Ltd.
Fairfax Media Limited is Australia's largest multi-platform media group. The group comprises metropolitan, rural, regional and community mastheads and serves its audiences through high-quality, independent journalism and offers dynamic venues for commerce and information.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$2,657.79
EBITDA ($mm)
$662.67
EBIT ($mm)
$539.95
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
8806
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Axel Springer Verlag AG
Axel Springer Verlag AG
Axel Springer is a leading integrated multimedia company in Europe, offering a considerable number of print and digital media. The company’s strategy focuses on its core competences excellent journalism, marketing and classified ads.
year
1997
rev ($mm)
$2,557.00
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$117.30
Employees
12195
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Ticker: MNI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The McClatchy Company
The McClatchy Company
The McClatchy Company is the third-largest newspaper company in the United States and a leading digital publisher dedicated to the values of quality journalism, free expression and community service.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$1,230.72
EBITDA ($mm)
$312.66
EBIT ($mm)
$187.30
Net Income ($mm)
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6880
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Ticker: SSP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The E.W. Scripps Company
The E.W. Scripps Company
The E. W. Scripps Company is a diverse media concern with interests in newspaper publishing, broadcast television stations, and licensing and syndication. Scripps operates daily and community newspapers in 14 markets, and 10 broadcast TV stations.
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2010
rev ($mm)
$776.89
EBITDA ($mm)
$90.37
EBIT ($mm)
$45.47
Net Income ($mm)
$130.51
Employees
4600
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Ticker: IPD:ISE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Independent News & Media PLC
Independent News & Media PLC
Independent News & Media PLC, a newspaper and media company, engages in printing and publishing national, metropolitan, provincial, and regional newspapers in Australia, the Island of Ireland, New Zealand, and South Africa.
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2011
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$723.89
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Ticker: MEG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Media General, Inc.
Media General, Inc.
Media General is a leading provider of news, information and entertainment across multiple media platforms, serving consumers and advertisers in strong local markets, primarily in the Southeastern United States.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
$616.21
EBITDA ($mm)
$89.88
EBIT ($mm)
$38.31
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
4200
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Copley Press, Inc.
The Copley Press, Inc., based in La Jolla, Calif., publishes 9 daily, eight weekly and one bi-weekly newspapers. The privately held company was founded in Illinois by Ira Clifton Copley.
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1999
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$550.00
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Ticker: AHC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A. H. Belo Corporation
A. H. Belo Corporation is a distinguished newspaper publishing and local news and information company that owns and operates four daily newspapers and a diverse group of websites. A. H. Belo also owns and operates commercial printing, distribution and direct mail service businesses.
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2011
rev ($mm)
$461.50
EBITDA ($mm)
$38.74
EBIT ($mm)
$3.08
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
1900
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Ticker: ALN1V:HEX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Alma Media Oyj
Alma Media Oyj
Alma Media is specialized in newspapers, online media and other internet services. Its best-known products are the Aamulehti, Iltalehti, Kauppalehti and Etuovi.com. Alma Media employs approximately 3,000 professionals.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$320.00
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
$17.00
Employees
3000
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Triple Crown Media, Inc.
Triple Crown Media will combine Gray's Newspaper Publishing and Graylink Wireless businesses with Bull Run's sole operating business, Host Communications, Inc., under the leadership of Thomas J. Stultz, current CEO of Host, and the former President of Gray's Newspaper Publishing business.
year
2007
rev ($mm)
$165.60
EBITDA ($mm)
$16.70
EBIT ($mm)
$12.30
Net Income ($mm)
$6.50
Employees
700
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American Community Newspapers LLC
American Community Newspapers LLC
American Community Newspapers is a group of 3 daily and 61 weekly newspapers and 4 niche publications which reaches in excess of one million households. The Company's core operations consist of a 44 publication, clustered newspaper group located in and around the Minneapolis, St. Paul area.
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2007
rev ($mm)
$54.10
EBITDA ($mm)
$13.30
EBIT ($mm)
$9.80
Net Income ($mm)
$5.00
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New West Newspapers, Inc.
New West Newspapers consists of daily and weekly community newspapers, alternative papers, shopping guides, web sites and specialty publications. In addition, the company has two web-printing operations serving customers across the nation.
year
2006
rev ($mm)
$12.00
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
215
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Arizona Silver Belt
Arizona Silver Belt
Established in 1878, Arizona Silver Belt has been providing community coverage to local residents for well over a century, although the paper has moved from Globe to Miami and back through the years.
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2009
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18
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Bluebonnet Publishing LLC
Bluebonnet Publishing LLC is a publisher with a history of success running weekly newspapers in Texas.
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Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC
Hersam Acorn Community Publishing, LLC is the publisher of several weekly newspapers in Fairfield County and one newspaper in northern Westchester County, NY.
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Patriot-News Company, Inc.
Patriot-News Company, Inc.
The Patriot-News is central Pennsylvania’s award-winning top local news source, reaching 492,000 readers weekly. A repeat “Newspaper of the Year” winner, their reporters and photojournalists blanket five midstate counties producing breaking news, insightful commentary and dramatic photography.
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Southland Publishing
Southland Publishing
Southland Publishing publishes five weekly newspapers in the Los Angeles/San Diego area with a combined circulation of 215,000, reaching 1.3 million readers: Ventura County Reporter, Pasadena Weekly, Los Angeles ValleyBEAT, Los Angeles CityBEAT, and San Diego CityBEAT.
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Straus News, Inc.
Straus News, Inc.
Straus News publishes 14 local weekly newspapers and associated websites in contiguous towns in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The circulation area covers Manhattan and Orange County in New York, Sussex and Passaic Counties in New Jersey and Pike County in Pennsylvania.
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Shenandoah Publishing House, Inc.
Shenandoah Publishing House, Inc.
Shenandoah Publishing House, Inc. publishes daily newspapers in Strasburg, Virginia. They operate "The Northern Virginia Daily" and nvdaily.com.
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The Emporia Gazette
The Emporia Gazette
The Emporia Gazette is a daily newspaper in Emporia, Kansas.
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The Paper of Montgomery County
The Paper of Montgomery County is a daily afternoon newspaper in Montgomery County, Indiana. It first rolled off the presses on November 24, 2004 and publishes Monday-Saturday. "The Paper" is truly a local newspaper, and devotes only half a page to state, national and world news.
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Tulsa World
Tulsa World
The Tulsa World, with a daily circulation of 95,000 and a Sunday circulation of 133,000, is the leading provider of local news and information for the Tulsa area. Tulsaworld.com is the largest and best-read local website in Tulsa County and the surrounding area.
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Hazleton Standard-Speaker, Inc.
The Hazleton Standard Speaker is a daily newspaper published for the Greater Hazleton Area of Pennsylvania.
year
2007
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$12.20
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1013 Communications
1013 Communications
1013 Communications is a media company specializing in publishing local community newspapers. 1013 Communications is a partnership of Thirteenth Street Media of Boulder, Colo., and 10K Investments of Reno, Nev., which also owns seven small papers in Arizona.
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AIM Media Texas
AIM Media Texas
AIM Media Texas is committed to meeting the information and communication needs of consumers and advertisers in local community markets in Texas through the publication of quality, market-leading, local community publications and digital products.
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Albrecht Newspapers
Albrecht Newspapers, a community newspaper management, consulting and bookkeeping company.
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American Community Newspapers, Inc.
American Community Newspapers, Inc.
American Community Newspapers, Inc. is a community newspaper publisher in the United States, operating within four major U.S. markets: Minneapolis - St. Paul, Dallas, Northern Virginia (suburban Washington, D.C.) and Columbus, Ohio.
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