Valley Reporter

United StatesWaitsfield, Vermont, United StatesEnglish

Serving the Mad River Valley of Vermont, this weekly publication has provided comprehensive local news, regional reporting, and community-focused journalism since its founding in 1971. It remains a vital source of information for residents and visitors, maintaining a strong editorial commitment to covering town governance, environmental issues, and local cultural life in the communities of Waitsfield, Warren, Fayston, Moretown, and Duxbury.

MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN VERMONT

Historically characterized by independent local weeklies and a small number of regional dailies, the Green Mountain State maintains a localized press tradition despite national consolidation trends. The Burlington Free Press, owned by Gannett, serves as the primary daily publication with the largest statewide circulation. Other historically significant dailies include the Rutland Herald and the Barre Times-Argus, both formerly family-owned institutions that transitioned to group ownership under Sample News Group. In the southern region, the Brattleboro Reformer operates under New England Newspapers. Seven Days stands out as an influential alternative weekly providing independent investigative coverage. Paperboy indexes 28 Vermont newspapers — browse the full directory below.

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