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MediaNews Group Acquires Lorain County Printing and Publishing Newspapers

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 22
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What happened

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MediaNews Group acquired Lorain County Printing and Publishing on October 22, 2026. The acquisition includes the newspapers The Chronicle-Telegram and The Medina Gazette. Bill Hudnutt, president and publisher of Lorain County Printing and Publishing, stated the family sought an experienced owner with a proven track record in local news operations. MediaNews Group already maintains a major Ohio presence through The Morning Journal and The News-Herald.

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Why it matters

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The purchase adds two community newspapers to MediaNews Group's holdings, expanding its regional segment. MediaNews Group is described as the nation’s largest private operator of newspapers. The acquisition reflects a trend of media consolidation in local markets.

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Who's involved

  • MediaNews GroupAcquired the local publisher Lorain County Printing and Publishing

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • MediaNews GroupSpeculative

    MediaNews Group might see increased revenue from the acquisition of two community newspapers.

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