Akron Beacon Journal

Akron, Ohio, United StatesEnglish

The Akron Beacon Journal is a daily newspaper based in Akron, Ohio. Founded in 1839, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, sports, and business for the Greater Akron area. The publication is a primary source for community information and regional investigative reporting in Northeast Ohio.

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TOTAL CIRCULATION

80,366

MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN AKRON

Summit County's newspaper market is anchored by a single dominant daily publication with a historic legacy as the birthplace of the Knight newspaper empire. The Akron Beacon Journal, founded in 1839 and now owned by Gannett, operates as the primary daily paper with a circulation exceeding 80,000. It is supplemented by community-focused weekly publications like the Suburbanite and the UA Buchtelite, which serves the student population at the University of Akron. Paperboy lists 4 newspapers in Akron.

Akron Beacon Journal Obituaries

Find recent obituaries and death notices published by Akron Beacon Journal, serving Akron, Ohio. View the latest obituary listings and funeral notices on the paper’s website.

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