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Tariffs, trust and tightening margins

On the afternoon of April 2, the News/Media Alliance notified all its members that newsprint imported from Canada is exempt from the 25% tariff. The exemption applies to all compliant goods from Canada and Mexico under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
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Saving the story of print, one Linotype at a time: Inside the Museum of Printing

If you’ve ever marveled at a Linotype machine or debated whether Helvetica is overused, you’ve likely felt Frank Romano’s influence—even if you didn’t know it. As the founder of the Museum of Printing and author of nearly 80 books, Romano has spent a lifetime preserving the stories, machines, and ideas that shaped the modern media landscape. From brass matrices to PageMaker, he’s witnessed every disruptive shift in how we communicate. And through it all, he’s championed one unwavering belief: print is immortal.

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Four publishers from diverse markets—jazz, lifestyle, weekly, and community news—shared how outsourcing their design work to Design2Pro transformed their operations. What began as a solution to staffing challenges or production bottlenecks became a strategic advantage: faster turnaround times, higher-quality layouts, and cost savings without creative compromise. With flat-rate pricing, dedicated designers, and a user-friendly ad portal, they each found new efficiencies while maintaining full editorial control. Their unanimous takeaway: outsourcing design isn’t a step back—it’s a smarter way forward.
The era of paperboys and adult carriers has ended for most newspapers as current subscribers are spread throughout the coverage area, including many in surrounding counties. Often, a small, local newspaper is the only publication in a multi-county portion of its state. Consequently, more rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) to deliver their physical newspapers.
The 2024 Operations All-Stars were celebrated on Sept. 26 at the International Newspaper Group (ING) conference in Indianapolis, where top professionals in the newspaper operations sector were recognized for their critical contributions to their publications. The annual salute, organized by Editor & Publisher in partnership with ING, honors excellence in the vital work of getting the paper out — printing, prepress, warehouse and transportation/delivery.
With many media reports focused on the challenging business environment for the general news industry, one segment of that industry deserving more attention is college news organizations. Plunging readership, the fight for ad dollars, declining funding support and a preference for editorial independence are all contributing to a difficult time for college newspapers today and in the future.
As local media grapples with the challenges of digital transformation, there may be an overlooked opportunity that bridges the gap between traditional print and modern technology: digital news dailies. These innovative products merge the familiarity of print-style newspapers with the convenience of digital distribution, delivered as PDFs or e-editions designed for easy reading on tablets or simple printouts. By maintaining traditional ad rates and subscription models without the costs of physical printing and distribution, digital news dailies offer a sustainable solution for publishers seeking new revenue streams.
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) held a hearing on Sept. 17 to consider proposed tariffs on Aluminum Lithographic Printing Plates from China and Japan. A range of impacted businesses testified against the tariffs, but no party testified in favor of new tariffs on printing plates.
The U.S. International Trade Commission will hold a hearing on Sept. 17 at 9:30 a.m. ET to consider proposed tariffs and then is expected to issue a decision on Oct. 22.  
In the current news industry environment, legacy newspapers face two future scenarios. First, they continue to operate with their decades-old business models and experience declining revenue and fewer print days, eventually closing and creating news deserts. Second, they are acquired by new owners with a 21st-century entrepreneurial spirit to build a stronger bond with their communities. The citizens of Pinehurst, Southern Pines and surrounding communities in North Carolina are pleased. The Pilot is following the second path.
For so many local news outlets around the country, the cost of maintaining real estate — especially older, often historic buildings — has become untenable. However, this is a story about the antidote and how two local news publishers, in particular, are reinvesting in real estate. They're taking their brick-and-mortar assets and putting them to work as revenue generators and communal centers.

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Post and Courier’s strategic print shift: A new era for South Carolina journalism

As more newspapers rethink their print schedules, The Post and Courier is making a bold move—scaling back to five-day print delivery while doubling down on digital engagement. In this exclusive interview, PJ Browning, president of the newspaper division at Evening Post Publishing, breaks down the strategy behind the shift, how they’re preparing loyal readers for the transition, and why she believes the future of local journalism is both digital and deeply rooted in community trust. Watch now to hear how The Post and Courier is navigating this pivotal moment in publishing.

Revolutionizing print workflows with auto-pagination: Insights from ATEX

In a recent webinar hosted by Editor & Publisher (E&P) Magazine, Mike Blinder engaged with three experts from ATEX to explore how their cutting-edge auto-pagination technology is transforming print publishing. Featuring Chris Freeman, Account Executive; Cesare Navarotto, Chief Product Officer; and Stuart Bowley, Product Lead, the session illuminated the benefits of automation for news publishers and the ease of integrating ATEX solutions into existing workflows.

Navigating the challenges of USPS print delivery

In this episode, E&P spoke with two prominent figures in the newspaper industry: Matt Paxton, publisher of The News-Gazette in Lexington, Virginia, and past president of the National Newspaper Association (NNA), and Brad Hill, CEO of Interlink and an NNA representative on the USPS Mailer’s Technical Advisory Committee. They explore the ongoing relevance of print media, the intricacies of postal delivery and the NNA’s advocacy efforts to help community publishers address today's news publishing challenges.

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ProImage moves Lee Enterprises to cloud workflow

ProImage demonstrated the speed, expertise and reliability that set it apart in the print production technology space when it came to the aid of Lee Enterprises earlier this year.

Section 232 derivative tariff list excludes aluminum printing plates

On Feb. 11, President Trump signed an executive order reinstating Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.  The order increased the tariff amount for aluminum to 25% and indicated that a list of derivative products would be announced that would also be subject to the duties. 

Mobridge Tribune and NorDak North Publications enhance production quality and workflow efficiency with ProImage solutions

A group of newspapers owned by Blackbird LLC that manages 15 newspapers and four shoppers across North and South Dakota has chosen ProImage’s NewsWayX and ECO Ink Optimization software to elevate production quality and streamline workflow efficiency.

DallasNews Corp strikes deal to sell printing plant for $43.5 million

The DallasNews Corporation has struck a deal to sell its Plano-based printing operation for $43.5 million, part of a previously articulated strategy to shed assets and return to profitability.

National Trust for Local News starts printing press operations in Colorado

The Trust Press, a commercial printing facility launched by the National Trust for Local News to address the skyrocketing costs of producing local news in Colorado, is now operational.
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