Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Acquired by Nonprofit Publisher

The Post-Gazette was facing closure after a protracted conflict between its parent company and its union. S1S2

• The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has a history spanning 240 years. S1
• The newspaper was on the brink of shutting down next month. S1S2
• The Venetoulis Institute of Local Journalism is a nonprofit organization. S2
• The acquisition aims to ensure the continuation of local journalism in Pittsburgh. S2
• The Baltimore Banner is also operated by the Venetoulis Institute. S2
• The deal comes after a long battle involving the newspaper's parent company and its union. S1
• The acquisition is seen as a significant move for local media in the region. S2
• The Post-Gazette's future was uncertain prior to this acquisition. S1

• The acquisition prevents the loss of a historic local news source. S1S2
• It highlights the growing trend of nonprofit organizations stepping in to save local newspapers. S2

• Monitor the impact of the acquisition on local journalism in Pittsburgh. S2
• Watch for potential changes in the Post-Gazette's operations under new ownership. S2