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42 Latvian newspapers in the directory

Print journalism in this Baltic state carries a deep historical pedigree that is firmly rooted in the mid-nineteenth-century national awakening. Today, national circulation is anchored by Diena, a center-right daily established in 1990, alongside Latvijas Avize, a conservative publication founded in 1987 that maintains a highly loyal rural readership base. Business professionals traditionally turn to Dienas Bizness, a specialized financial newspaper published steadily since 1992. The broader print market closely reflects demographic realities, featuring a distinct division between majority Latvian-language titles and regional press exclusively serving the country's Russian-speaking minority. Paperboy indexes 42 Latvian newspapers — browse the full directory below.

Compiled by Paperboy editorial · Updated 2026-06-04

ALL NEWSPAPERS(42)

Apollo

Riga, Rlga

Serving as one of Latvia's most visited news portals, this digital platform provides comprehensive coverage of current affairs, lifestyle trends, and entertainment news to a broad Latvian-speaking audience. It has evolved from a pioneering internet directory into a leading media outlet, recognized for its significant influence on the country's online information landscape.

Auseklis

Limbazi, Limbazi Novads

Serving the Limbaži region for over three decades, this publication provides comprehensive local news and community updates to residents of the surrounding municipalities. It remains a key source of information for the area by documenting regional socio-political developments and preserving local cultural heritage.

Bauskas Dzive

Bauska, Bauskas Novads

Bauskas Dzīve is a prominent regional newspaper in Latvia, serving the town of Bauska and surrounding municipalities. Established in the mid-20th century, it provides comprehensive coverage of local politics, culture, and community events, maintaining its relevance as a vital source of information for the Bauska region's residents.

Biznez I Baltiya

Riga, Rlga

BB.LV is a Russian-language news portal based in Riga, Latvia, originating from the former business daily Biznes i Baltiya. It provides comprehensive coverage of Latvian and international politics, economics, and social issues, offering readers timely news updates, analytical pieces, and commentary on regional developments.

Briva Daugava

Yakabpils, Jrkabpils

Serving as a primary source of news for Jēkabpils and the surrounding regions, this long-standing publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional developments. It plays a vital role in maintaining civic discourse by delivering timely reporting that connects the residents of southeastern Latvia to the issues affecting their daily lives.

Delfi

Riga, Rlga

Delfi is a major digital news portal based in Riga, Latvia. Established in 1999, it serves as one of the country's most prominent sources for breaking news, investigative journalism, and analysis. Its coverage spans national politics, business, entertainment, and sports, maintaining a leading role in the Baltic media landscape.

Delfi

Riga, Rlga

Delfi is the Russian-language edition of Latvia's leading online news portal, based in Riga. It provides comprehensive coverage of national and international news, politics, business, and culture. Known for its extensive reporting and multimedia content, it serves as a primary information source for Latvia's Russian-speaking population.

D-Fakti

Dvinsk, Daugavpils Novads

Serving the local community in the Daugavpils region, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of municipal news, regional developments, and social issues in the Latvian language. It is recognized for its role as an independent voice in a predominantly Russian-speaking city, offering readers a dedicated perspective on Latvian-language affairs and civic life.

Diena

Riga, Rļga

Established in 1990 during the restoration of Latvia's independence, this prominent daily newspaper serves as a significant voice in the country's political and social discourse. It is widely recognized for its high-quality journalism and extensive reach, focusing on providing in-depth coverage of national politics, business, and cultural developments for a Latvian-speaking audience.

Diena Biznesa

Riga, Rlga

As Latvia’s leading business publication, this newspaper provides comprehensive coverage of economic trends, corporate news, and financial analysis to an audience of entrepreneurs, managers, and policymakers. Since its founding in 1992, it has served as a central authority on the country’s market developments and business environment through its daily print editions and digital platform.

Druva

Cesis, Cesu

Druva is a prominent regional newspaper based in Cēsis, Latvia, serving the historical Vidzeme region. Published in Latvian, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, cultural events, and community developments. Established as a vital information source for the district, it maintains both a print presence and a digital platform.

Dzirkstele

Gulbene, Gulbene Novads

Dzirkstele is a regional newspaper based in Gulbene, Latvia, serving the Gulbene Municipality and surrounding areas. It provides local news, cultural coverage, and community information in the Latvian language. Established as a reliable source for the region, it covers politics, social issues, and local events.

Ezerzeme

Kraslava, Kraslava Novads

Serving the residents of the Krāslava municipality, this regional newspaper provides comprehensive coverage of local news, cultural events, and community issues since its establishment in 1944. It functions as a vital source of information for the local population, fostering regional identity through its dedicated reporting in the Latvian language.

Finance Net

Riga, Rlga

TVNET Bizness is the business and financial news section of the major Latvian portal TVNET. Based in Riga, it provides comprehensive coverage of the Latvian economy, banking, labor markets, and international financial trends. The publication offers daily updates, analytical reports, and official declarations for a professional audience.

Kasjauns

Riga, Rlga

Jauns.lv is a major Latvian news portal based in Riga, originally established as Kas Jauns. It provides comprehensive coverage of national and international news, business, and sports, with a significant focus on entertainment, lifestyle, and human-interest stories. It is one of the most visited news platforms in Latvia.

Kurzemes Vards

Libava, Liepaja

Serving as the leading regional media outlet for Liepāja and the surrounding Kurzeme region, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, and community affairs. With a history dating back to 1922, it remains a vital source of information for local residents, documenting the social and economic evolution of the area across nearly a century.

Kurzemnieks

Kuldige, Kuldlga Novads

Established in 1944, this regional newspaper serves as a primary source of news, community updates, and local discourse for the residents of Kuldīga and the surrounding Kurzeme region. It maintains a strong tradition of civic engagement by providing in-depth coverage of local government, cultural events, and social issues relevant to its dedicated readership.

Latgales Laiks

Dvinsk, Daugavpils Novads

Serving the Daugavpils region for over three decades, this bilingual newspaper provides essential coverage of local politics, culture, and social affairs to both Latvian and Russian-speaking residents. It remains a key source of regional information, playing a vital role in maintaining the unique multicultural identity of the Latgale province.

Latvijas Avisa

Riga, Rlga

Latvijas Avīze is a major Latvian daily newspaper based in Riga. Established as a successor to historical publications, it provides comprehensive coverage of national politics, social issues, culture, and regional news, maintaining a significant influence as one of the country's most widely read print and digital news sources.

Liesma

Valmiera, Valmiera

Established in 1944, this long-running regional publication serves as a primary source of news, community updates, and cultural coverage for the residents of Valmiera and the surrounding Vidzeme region. It maintains a strong local focus, acting as a vital chronicle of socio-political developments and public life within its historically significant Latvian constituency.

Malienas Zinas

Marienburg, Alzksne Novads

Malienas Ziņas is a regional newspaper based in Alūksne, Latvia, providing local news, cultural updates, and community events for the Alūksne and Ape regions. Established in the mid-20th century, it serves as a vital information source for the Maliena area, offering both print and digital coverage.

Nasha Gazeta

Dvinsk, Daugavpils Novads

Nasha is a Russian-language news portal based in Daugavpils, Latvia, serving as the digital successor to the regional Nasha Gazeta. It provides coverage of local Latgale news, national Latvian politics, and social issues, catering to the Russian-speaking community with a mix of breaking news and lifestyle content.

Neatkariga Rita Avisa

Riga, Rlga

Neatkarīgā Rīta Avīze, often known as NRA, is a prominent Latvian daily newspaper based in Riga. It provides comprehensive coverage of national politics, economics, social issues, and culture. Founded in the post-Soviet era, it serves as a major source for Latvian-language news, commentary, and investigative reports.

Neatkarigas Tukumu Zinas

Tukum, Tukums Novads

Neatkarīgās Tukuma Ziņas is a regional news publication based in Tukums, Latvia. It provides comprehensive coverage of local events, politics, and social issues within the Tukums municipality and surrounding areas. The portal features sections on culture, sports, and community news for residents of the region.

News

Riga, Rlga

News.lv is a comprehensive digital newspaper library and news portal based in Riga, Latvia. Operated by Lursoft, it provides access to a vast archive of national and regional publications. The platform serves as a central hub for Latvian press content, offering both current news and historical records.

Novadnieks

Preili, Preilu

Novadnieks is a regional newspaper based in Preiļi, Latvia, serving the communities of Preiļi, Līvāni, and surrounding districts. Published twice weekly in Latvian, it provides essential local news, cultural updates, and community information, remaining a vital information source for the Latgale region's residents.

Novaya Gazeta

Jelgava, Jelgava

Novaja.lv is a Russian-language news publication based in Jelgava, Latvia. It serves the local community by providing comprehensive coverage of regional news, including local politics, crime, sports, and cultural events. The outlet focuses on issues affecting residents of the city and the surrounding Jelgava municipality.

Politika

Riga, Rlga

Providus is a Latvian public policy think tank based in Riga. Originally established as the Politika.lv portal, it provides in-depth analysis, research, and articles on governance, social policy, and international affairs. The publication serves as a platform for civic participation and evidence-based decision-making in Latvia.

Rigas Aprinka Avisa

Riga, Rlga

Kodols is a Latvian news portal serving the Riga district. It provides daily coverage of local events, regional politics, and social issues across municipalities like Mārupe, Jūrmala, and Salaspils. The publication offers a mix of investigative reporting, community news, and cultural updates for residents of the capital's surrounding region.

Saldus Zeme

Saldus, Courland

Saldus Zeme is a regional newspaper serving the Saldus and Brocēni districts in Latvia. It provides comprehensive coverage of local news, municipal updates, community events, and economic developments. The publication offers both print and digital versions, focusing on issues directly impacting the residents of the Saldus region.

Sports News

Riga, Rlga

Serving the Russian-speaking community in Latvia, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of both local and international athletic events. It is notable for being one of the few dedicated sports media outlets in the country that delivers analytical reporting and news updates exclusively in the Russian language.

Staburags

Aizkraukle, Aizkraukles Novads

Staburags is a significant regional newspaper based in Aizkraukle, Latvia, covering local news, politics, and culture for the surrounding district. Established as a vital source of information for the region, it provides comprehensive coverage of community events and socio-economic developments in both print and digital formats.

Subbota

Riga, Rlga

Subbota is a Russian-language weekly newspaper based in Riga, Latvia. Now part of the Press.lv portal, it provides coverage of local and international news, cultural events, history, and legal advice. The publication focuses on issues relevant to Latvia’s Russian-speaking community, featuring interviews, lifestyle pieces, and social commentary.

Talsu Vestis

Talsi, Talsu

ReTalsi is a regional news portal serving the Talsi municipality in Latvia. It provides comprehensive coverage of local events, including politics, culture, business, and sports. The publication focuses on current affairs within the community, offering updates on infrastructure projects, public safety, and lifestyle topics for residents.

Telegraf

Riga, Rļga

Serving as a prominent Russian-language daily in Latvia, this publication provided comprehensive coverage of regional political and economic developments for the country’s significant Russian-speaking minority. It was widely recognized for its investigative approach and analytical commentary, operating as a key media bridge between local community interests and broader Baltic geopolitical issues until it shifted its operations entirely to digital platforms.

Vaduguns

Balvi, Balvu

Vaduguns is a regional newspaper based in Balvi, Latvia, serving the residents of the Balvi municipality and surrounding areas. It provides comprehensive coverage of local news, municipal developments, cultural events, and community activities. The publication acts as a primary source for regional information and historical preservation in northeastern Latvia.

Vakara Zinas

Riga, Rlga

This Latvian-language publication functions as a popular tabloid supplement and online news portal, focusing primarily on celebrity gossip, entertainment, and sensational lifestyle stories. It maintains a significant presence within the national media landscape by catering to a broad readership interested in human-interest features and high-profile social narratives.

Ventas Balss

Wentspils, Ventspils

Serving as the primary regional news source for Ventspils and the surrounding Kurzeme region, this publication maintains a long-standing tradition of documenting local civic life, economic developments, and community affairs. It holds a significant place in Latvian media history as one of the oldest continuously operating regional newspapers, bridging the gap between local governance and the daily interests of its readership.

Ventspils

Wentspils, Ventspils

Serving as a primary source of news for the residents of Ventspils, this publication offers comprehensive coverage of local government decisions, cultural events, and regional developments. It has established itself as an essential community platform by documenting the city's transformation and maintaining a consistent record of civic life since its founding.

Zemgales Zina

Jelgava, Jelgava

Zemgales Ziņas is a leading regional newspaper in Latvia, serving Jelgava and the surrounding Zemgale province. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including municipal politics, cultural events, and community issues. The publication remains a vital information source for residents, maintaining both a print presence and a digital portal.

Zemgales Zinas

Mitau, Jelgava

Zemgales Ziņas is a regional Latvian newspaper and news portal based in Jelgava. It provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, and social issues within the Jelgava and Dobele regions. The publication serves as a primary source for community events, sports, and regional administrative updates for Zemgale's residents.

Ziemellatvija

Smiltene, Valkas

Ziemeļlatvija is a prominent regional newspaper based in Smiltene, serving the Valka and Smiltene districts of northern Latvia. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, community updates, and cultural reporting. The publication remains an essential source of information for residents in the Vidzeme region.