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closed 2/5/2007 via BusinessWire

R.I.S.N. Operations Inc., purchased three daily community newspapers and its weekly newspaper group in Rhode Island from Journal Register Company

synopsis: Journal Register Company announced that it has completed the sale of its three daily community newspapers and its weekly newspaper group in Rhode Island to R.I.S.N. Operations Inc. The final sales price was approximately $8.3 million in cash, including working capital.
buyer: R.I.S.N. Operations Inc.
Rhode Island Suburban Newspapers, is a privately owned publisher of four daily newspapers and several weekly newspapers in the U.S. state of Rhode Island.
seller: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
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closed 5/1/2013 via BNC Analysis

Dave Gould, acquired Main Street Newspapers

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Maine Values LLC, acquired MaineToday Media, Inc.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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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$105
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closed 2/26/2010 via BusinessWire

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

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

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.
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$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.

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 2/5/2007 via BusinessWire

R.I.S.N. Operations Inc., purchased three daily community newspapers and its weekly newspaper group in Rhode Island from Journal Register Company

synopsis: Journal Register Company announced that it has completed the sale of its three daily community newspapers and its weekly newspaper group in Rhode Island to R.I.S.N. Operations Inc. The final sales price was approximately $8.3 million in cash, including working capital.
buyer: R.I.S.N. Operations Inc.
Rhode Island Suburban Newspapers, is a privately owned publisher of four daily newspapers and several weekly newspapers in the U.S. state of Rhode Island.
seller: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
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closed 2/12/2007 via PR Newswire

GateHouse Media, Inc., purchased 7 publications located in Southeastern Massachusetts from Journal Register Company

synopsis: GateHouse Media, Inc. announced it completed the previously announced acquisition of seven publications located in Southeastern Massachusetts from the Journal Register Company for a purchase price of $70 million plus approximately $2 million of working capital.
buyer parent:Fortress Investment Group LLC
buyer: 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.
seller: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
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closed 3/29/2006 via BusinessWire

Journal Register Company, acquired Suburban Lifestyles Community Newspaper group

synopsis: Journal Register Company, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert M. Jelenic announced today the Company's acquisition of the Suburban Lifestyles Community Newspaper group, based in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
target: Suburban Lifestyles Community Newspaper group
The Suburban Lifestyles Community Newspaper group traces its history to 1993, when it was launched in Rochester, Michigan. The Suburban Lifestyles Community Newspaper group focuses on the local news and information in each of its communities.
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closed 12/6/2005 via BusinessWire

Journal Register Company, acquired JobsInTheUS

synopsis: Journal Register Company - today announced the purchase of all of the assets of JobsInTheUS, owner of JobsInTheUS.com, JobsInME.com, JobsInNH.com, JobsInVT.com and JobsInRI.com, based in Westbrook, Maine. Robert M. Jelenic, Chairman and CEO of Journal Register Company, announced the acquisition today.
buyer: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
target: JobsInTheUS
Headquartered in Westbrook, Maine, the company specializes in state-specific job Internet sites where qualified candidates who want to work in a particular region find a match with local employers at a lower cost for employers than other recruiting methods.
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closed 8/13/2004 via BusinessWire

Journal Register Company, acquired 21st Century Newspapers, Inc.

synopsis: Journal Register Company (NYSE: JRC) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of 21st Century Newspapers, Inc., a privately-held operator of one of the largest newspaper clusters in the United States.
buyer: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
target: 21st Century Newspapers, Inc.
21st Century Newspapers, Inc. was formed in 1995 by Frank Shepherd, Goldman Sachs Capital Partners II, L.P., and Kelso & Company to capitalize on clustering opportunities within the suburban newspaper industry in Michigan. 21st Century now operates Michigan's largest cluster of newspapers/publicati
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$415
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$35
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closed 1/29/2004 via BusinessWire

Journal Register Company, acquired O Jornal

synopsis: Journal Register Company (NYSE: JRC) Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert M. Jelenic announced today the Company's acquisition of the assets of O Jornal, a weekly newspaper based in Fall River, Massachusetts, with circulation of approximately 14,300 serving more than 30 communities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
buyer: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
target: O Jornal
The ojornal was founded on Sept. 10, 1975, due to the need in the community for news in its own language. At the time, the local daily newspapers all but ignored the Portuguese community -except when its members ran into problems with the law. Being in America, having the freedom and the desire, co
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closed 2/5/2007 via BusinessWire

R.I.S.N. Operations Inc., purchased three daily community newspapers and its weekly newspaper group in Rhode Island from Journal Register Company

synopsis: Journal Register Company announced that it has completed the sale of its three daily community newspapers and its weekly newspaper group in Rhode Island to R.I.S.N. Operations Inc. The final sales price was approximately $8.3 million in cash, including working capital.
buyer: R.I.S.N. Operations Inc.
Rhode Island Suburban Newspapers, is a privately owned publisher of four daily newspapers and several weekly newspapers in the U.S. state of Rhode Island.
seller: Journal Register Company(JRC:$463.22)
Journal Register Company owns 22 daily newspapers and 345 non-daily publications. Journal Register Company currently operates 226 individual Web sites that are affiliated with the Company's daily newspapers, non-daily publications and its network of employment Web sites.
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closed 4/18/2013 via BNC Analysis

Mainland Media Ltd, purchased 2 Local Newspapers from APN News & Media Limited

synopsis: Mainland Media has purchased the Christchurch Star and Oamaru Mail newspapers from APN New Zealand Media. Christchurch Star is a free tabloid newspaper that is the informative voice of the people of Canterbury. Oamaru Mail is a vibrant newspaper which reflects the arts and sport to local issues, tourism and farming.
buyer: Mainland Media Ltd
Mainland Press Limited publishes community newspapers, the Buy Sell & Exchange classified newspaper, Best Motorbuys, glossy lifestyle monthly CC: Celebrating Christchurch, Older & Bolder, the national lifestyle magazine for the over 50s age group, and the RiseupChristchurch Facebook Community.
seller: APN News & Media Limited
APN New Zealand Media is a subsidiary of Australia-based APN News & Media. Christchurch Star is a free tabloid newspaper that is the informative voice of the people of Canterbury. Oamaru Mail is a vibrant newspaper which reflects the arts and sport to local issues, tourism and farming.
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announced 4/10/2013 via Company Press Release

The Ogden Newspapers, Inc., will acquire Telegraph Publishing Company

synopsis: An agreement has been reached for The Ogden Newspapers Inc., a family-owned company with 40 daily newspapers in 12 states, to become the new owner of The Telegraph, Publisher Terrence L. Williams announced. The Telegraph provides local news and information in Nashua and across southern New Hampshire.
buyer: The Ogden Newspapers, Inc.
Ogden Newspapers, Inc., is a diversified media corporation that publishes 40 daily newspapers, several magazines, weekly newspapers and shoppers located in 12 states from Florida to upstate New York and as far west as Maui, Hawaii. The company is headquartered in Wheeling, WV.
target parent: Community Media Group, Inc.
target: Telegraph Publishing Company
The Telegraph has been the trusted source for local news and information in Nashua and across southern New Hampshire for more than 175 years. The Telegraph is the area's number one source for news and information.
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closed 2/18/2013 via BNC Analysis

Sekunjalo Holdings, purchased Newspapers in South Africa from Independent News & Media PLC

synopsis: Independent News & Media has sold its newspaper group in South Africa to Sekunjalo Holdings. Independent News & Media's South Africa portfolio includes the Johannesburg-based The Star newspaper, which has a daily circulation of 105,000 copies. It also includes The Pretoria News and the Cape Times and the Cape Argus, as well as weekly newspapers.
buyer: Sekunjalo Holdings(SKJ:JNB:$51.30)
Sekunjalo is a black-owned and black-controlled investment holding company situated in Southern Africa. Sekunjalo’s main objective is to empower previously disadvantaged individuals through job creation and maximizing shareholder wealth generation by making strategic investments.
seller: Independent News & Media PLC(IPD:ISE:$723.89)
Independent News & Media's South Africa portfolio includes the Johannesburg-based The Star newspaper, which has a daily circulation of 105,000 copies. It also includes The Pretoria News and the Cape Times and the Cape Argus, as well as weekly newspapers.
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closed 1/4/2013 via BNC Analysis

Smithville Review, acquired DeKalb County Times

synopsis: Morris Multimedia, the owner of the Smithville Review has announced that it has acquired the DeKalb County Times. DeKalb County Times will be merged with Smithville Review. DeKalb County Times offers newspaper publishing services in Smithville, Tennessee.
buyer parent:Morris Multimedia, Inc.
buyer: Smithville Review
Smithville Review provides weekly coverage in print and daily on the Web for Smithville and DeKalb County, Tennessee.
target: DeKalb County Times
DeKalb County Times offers newspaper publishing services. The company is based in Smithville, Tennessee.
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closed 12/19/2012 via BNC Analysis

Teton Media Works, acquired Jackson Hole News&Guide

synopsis: Jackson Hole News&Guide principal owner Michael Sellett will sell the newspaper company to Chief Operating Officer Kevin Olson and his wife Shelley. Teton Media Works will be the new company that will take over operation of the weekly paper. Jackson Hole News and Guide offers the most current news and feature stories in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
buyer: Teton Media Works
Teton Media Works Inc. is a company based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Kevin Olson is the President of Teton Media Works Inc. and publisher of its media brands.
target: Jackson Hole News&Guide
Jackson Hole News and Guide offers the most current news and feature stories in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
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announced 12/19/2012 via BNC Analysis

Bernard Tapie, will acquire Groupe Hersant Média S.A.

synopsis: Bernard Tapie acquired daily newspaper publisher, Hersant Media Group, for 50 million euros.
buyer: Bernard Tapie
Bernard Tapie is a French businessman specializing in recovery for bankrupted companies.
target: Groupe Hersant Média S.A.
Groupe Hersant Média S.A. is a publisher of a daily newspaper. Groupe Hersand Media was founded in 1981 and is based in Paris, France. Groupe Hersant Media S.A. was formerly known as France-Antilles S.A.
price ($mm)
$67
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closed 11/23/2012 via BNC Analysis

Shaw Media, acquired Record Newspapers

synopsis: Shaw Media, which owns and operates Sauk Valley Media, plans to close a deal to acquire Record Newspapers, which includes the Putnam County Record and the Tonica News, at the end of the month, expanding its reach in northwestern Illinois.
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: Record Newspapers
Record Newspapers provides newspaper printing business through Putnam County Record and the Tonica News.
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closed 1/7/2013 via Yahoo, Inc.

Local World, acquired Northcliffe Media Limited

synopsis: DMGT has sold Northcliffe Media to Local World, a newly-formed media group that will combine the Northcliffe titles with those of Iliffe News & Media Limited. Northcliffe Media Limited operates as a newspaper publisher in the United Kingdom.
buyer: Local World
Local World is a newly-formed media group that will become one of the UK's leading regional newspaper publishers, online content providers and local advertising platforms, with more than 107 print titles and 60 websites.
target parent: Daily Mail and General Trust plc
target: Northcliffe Media Limited
Northcliffe Media Limited operates as a newspaper publisher in the United Kingdom. It publishes daily, weekly, and free newspapers, as well as various local Websites.
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announced 11/21/2012 via BNC Analysis

Local World, will acquire Iliffe News and Media Ltd.

synopsis: Iliffe News & Media has been sold to Local World, a newly formed media group created from the newspapers and websites of Iliffe News & Media and of Northcliffe, the regional publishing arm of Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT). Iliffe News and Media, Ltd. operates as a regional newspaper publishing company in the United Kingdom.
buyer: Local World
Local World is a newly-formed media group that will become one of the UK's leading regional newspaper publishers, online content providers and local advertising platforms, with more than 107 print titles and 60 websites.
target: Iliffe News and Media Ltd.
Iliffe News & Media publishes three evening newspapers, 8 paid-for weekly newspapers, 18 free newspapers plus 2 Sunday free newspapers, 1 quarterly & 4 monthly glossy magazines, 37 related websites together with a number of specialist niche titles.
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closed 10/11/2012 via BNC Analysis

Ralph Alldredge, acquired Tracy Press, Inc.

synopsis: Ralph Alldredge, publisher of the Calaveras Enterprise in San Andreas, has acquired Tracy Press, a publisher of daily and weekly newspaper in Tracy, California. The Tracy Press also owns and runs other weekly papers, including the Patterson Irrigator, Scotts Valley Press-Banner and San Lorenzo Valley Press-Banner.
buyer: Ralph Alldredge
Ralph C. Alldredge is the president and publisher of Calaveras Enterprise, a locally owned newspaper with roots in central California's Mother Lode region that extend back to 1851.
target: Tracy Press, Inc.
Tracy Press, Inc. offers daily and weekly newspapers in Tracy, California. The Tracy Press also owns and runs other weekly papers, including the Patterson Irrigator, Scotts Valley Press-Banner and San Lorenzo Valley Press-Banner.
price ($mm)
$0.44
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closed 10/3/2012 via BNC Analysis

Rio Rancho Observer, acquired Rio Rancho Observer

synopsis: Rockford “Rocky” Hayes, the publisher of Rio Rancho Observer, has bought the Rio Rancho Observer newspaper from owners David and Jaki McCollum, who bought it in 2009, and is the paper’s new owner and publisher. Details of the deal were not disclosed.
buyer: Rio Rancho Observer
The Rio Rancho Observer is the community newspaper for Rio Rancho New Mexico. They are locally owned and operated by Rio Rancho Observer, LLC. Their Print Edition publishes each Sunday and Wednesday.
target parent: Las Cruces Bulletin
target: Rio Rancho Observer
The Rio Rancho Observer is the community newspaper for Rio Rancho New Mexico. They are locally owned and operated by Rio Rancho Observer, LLC. Their Print Edition publishes each Sunday and Wednesday.
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closed 9/17/2012 via BNC Analysis

The Pender, acquired The Pender Chronicle

synopsis: The Pender-Topsail Post & Voice purchased The Pender Chronicle. With the sale, The Post & Voice becomes the only newspaper published in Pender County. The Pender Chronicle published a community newspaper in Burgaw, North Carolina.
buyer: The Pender
The 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 Pender Chronicle
The Pender Chronicle publishes a community newspaper in Burgaw, North Carolina.
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announced 9/12/2012 via BNC Analysis

Douglas Manchester, will acquire The North County Times

synopsis: Doug Manchester, the owner of San Diego's dominant newspaper, said he agreed to buy the North County Times for $12 million from Lee Enterprises Inc., consolidating his grip on media holdings in the nation's 17th largest metropolitan area.
buyer: Douglas Manchester
Doug Manchester is the owner of The San Diego Union-Tribune, a newspaper based in Sand Diego, CA.
target parent: Lee Enterprises, Inc.
target: The North County Times
The North County Times, part of the Lee Enterprises family of newspapers, serves a fast-growing, upscale market between the ocean and the mountains north of the city of San Diego.
price ($mm)
$12
rev ($mm)
$28
EBITDA ($mm)
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0.4x
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closed 8/28/2012 via BNC Analysis

1013 Communications, acquired Houston Community Newspapers

synopsis: 1013 Star Communications, an operator of suburban newspapers, has acquired Houston Community Newspapers from ASP Westward. HCN publishes newspapers serving communities in the greater Houston market, including the East Montgomery County Observer.
buyer: 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.
target parent: ASP Westward, L.P.
target: Houston Community Newspapers
Houston Community Newspapers serves more than 34 local communities surrounding the metropolitan area, with two daily newspapers and 32 weekly community newspapers.
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closed 6/28/2012 via BNC Analysis

Celtic News Group, acquired Celtic News Group

synopsis: The Irish management team of Celtic Media Group, printer and publisher of regional newspapers including the Anglo-Celt, Meath Chronicle, Westmeath Examiner and Westmeath Independent, has acquired the business and assets of the group.
buyer parent:Dunfermline Press Group
buyer: Celtic News Group
Celtic News Group Limited publishes a chronicle for customers in and around Meath, Ireland. Its chronicle features news, sports news, classifieds, professional services, jobs, opinion, sale articles, and family notices related information.
target parent: Dunfermline Press Group
target: Celtic News Group
Celtic News Group Limited publishes a chronicle for customers in and around Meath, Ireland. Its chronicle features news, sports news, classifieds, professional services, jobs, opinion, sale articles, and family notices related information.
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closed 6/22/2012 via BNC Analysis

AIM Media Texas, purchased Publishing Assets of Texas Properties from Freedom Communications, Inc.

synopsis: AIM Media Texas has assumed ownership of the publishing assets of all of Freedom Communications Texas properties, which includes the Star, The Brownsville Herald, El Nuevo Heraldo, The Monitor in McAllen, The Mid Valley Town Crier in Weslaco and the Odessa American.
buyer: 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.
seller: Freedom Communications, Inc.
Freedom Communications is a national media company operating print publications, broadcast television stations and interactive businesses. The company's print portfolio includes approximately 100 daily and weekly publications, plus ancillary magazines and other specialty publications.
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closed 6/27/2012 via BusinessWire

Halifax Media Group, purchased Florida and North Carolina Newspapers from Freedom Communications, Inc.

synopsis: Freedom Communications announced that the sale of all of its newspaper properties in Florida and North Carolina to Halifax Media Group has closed. The properties involved in the transaction include Holmes County Times-Advertiser, Bonifay, FL; Times-News, Burlington, NC; Havelock News, Havelock, NC; The Daily News, Jacksonville, NC; and more.
buyer: Halifax Media Group
Halifax Media Group is a publishing company that was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Daytona Beach, FL. The group consists of 16 publications in six states, primarily situated in the Southeast.
seller: Freedom Communications, Inc.
Freedom Communications is a national media company operating print publications, broadcast television stations and interactive businesses. The company's print portfolio includes approximately 100 daily and weekly publications, plus ancillary magazines and other specialty publications.
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closed 6/1/2012 via BusinessWire

Ohio Community Media LLC, purchased Four Midwest Newspapers from Freedom Communications, Inc.

synopsis: An affiliate of Versa Capital Management, Ohio Community Media LLC, announced the completion of its acquisition of four community newspapers from Freedom Communications, Inc.: The Telegraph in Alton, IL; The Journal-Courier in Jacksonville, IL; The Sedalia Democrat in Sedalia, MO; and The Lima News in Lima, OH.
buyer parent:Versa Capital Management
buyer: Ohio Community Media LLC
Ohio Community Media LLC publishes daily and weekly newspapers in Ohio. Its publications deliver news and feature stories about people, events, schools, businesses, sports, and government, as well as news in the areas of classifieds, entertainment, gas prices, lottery, movies, and stocks.
seller: Freedom Communications, Inc.
The Telegraph in Alton, IL, The Journal-Courier in Jacksonville, IL, The Sedalia Democrat in Sedalia, MO and The Lima News in Lima, OH are Four Midwest Newspapers owned by Freedom Communications.
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closed 4/20/2012 via Company Press Release

Dunfermline Press Group, acquired Dunfermline Press Group

synopsis: The management of Dunfermline Press has acquired the media business of Dunfermline Press. The sale provides a platform from which the business can continue to develop under the experienced existing management team. Dunfermline Press provides newspapers in Scotland.
buyer: Dunfermline Press Group
Dunfermline Press Group is an independent regional newspaper based in Scotland.
target: Dunfermline Press Group
Dunfermline Press Group is an independent regional newspaper based in Scotland.
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closed 4/4/2012 via BNC Analysis

Tindle Newspapers Group Ltd., purchased Nine Newspapers from Lyme Media & Events Ltd

synopsis: Trindle Newspapers has purchased nine free community newspapers in Dorset and Somerset in the UK. The View From titles cover the towns of Weymouth, Portland, Dorchester, Bridport, Beaminster and Lyme Regis.
buyer: Tindle Newspapers Group Ltd.
Trindle Newspapers was founded by Ray Trindle in 1974. It is currently comprised of over three dozen local newspapers.
seller: Lyme Media & Events Ltd
Lyme Media & Events Ltd's regional free media publications are distributed throughout the Jurassic Coast across Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Lyme's media services include digital, printed free press, websites and specialty publications. Lyme also provides B2B expos.
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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
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$2,817.94
EBITDA ($mm)
$588.33
EBIT ($mm)
$398.62
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$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)
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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
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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.
year
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.
year
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.
year
2007
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$54.10
EBITDA ($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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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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American Hometown Publishing Inc.
American Hometown Publishing Inc.
American Hometown Publishing, Inc., based in Nashville, Tenn., is a growing network of weekly and small daily community newspapers with a circulation of 25,000 or less. Publishing partners continue local leadership and involvement while receiving financial interest in a growing company.
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ASP Westward, L.P.
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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BlueLine Media Holdings LLC
BlueLine Media Holdings LLC
BlueLine Media Holdings is a portfolio of community newspapers, web sites, niche magazine and offset printing. We are committed to providing superior local content and service to the regions and customers we serve.
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Caledon Citizen
Caledon Citizen
Caledon Citizen operates as a community newspaper serving the Town of Caledon, Canada and the surrounding area.
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Celtic News Group
Celtic News Group
Celtic News Group Limited publishes a chronicle for customers in and around Meath, Ireland. Its chronicle features news, sports news, classifieds, professional services, jobs, opinion, sale articles, and family notices related information.
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Crescent Publishing Co.
Crescent Publishing Company LLC publishes community newspapers in Alabama, South Carolina, and Maine. The company publishes non-daily newspapers, including The Courier Gazette of Rockland, The Bar Harbor Times, The Republican Journal of Belfast, The Easley Progress, and The Powdersville Post.
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Deccan Chronicle Holdings Limited
Deccan Chronicle Holdings Limited engages in printing, publishing, and circulating newspapers in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamilnadu, India. It publishes ‘Deccan Chronicle’, an English daily; and ‘Andhra Bhoomi’, a regional newspaper with daily, weekly, and monthly editions.
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Dunfermline Press Group
Dunfermline Press Group
Dunfermline Press Group operates as an independent regional newspaper holding company in Scotland. Its newspapers offer regional news, sports news, tourism guide, and picture galleries. The company was founded in 1859 and is based in Dunfermline, the United Kingdom.
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Eagle Newspapers Inc.
Eagle Newspapers Inc.
Eagle Newspapers is a community of two dailies, six semi-weeklies, six weeklies, two weekly classified publications, six specialty publications, four printing operations and a mailing service located throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho.
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Groupe Hersant Média S.A.
Groupe Hersant Média S.A. is a publisher of a daily newspaper. Groupe Hersand Media was founded in 1981 and is based in Paris, France. Groupe Hersant Media S.A. was formerly known as France-Antilles S.A.
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Johnston Press plc
Johnston Press plc
Johnston Press plc is a major publisher of quality local newspapers and local internet sites, basing its publishing philosophy on local service to local communities.
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