Philadelphia Weekly

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesEnglish

Serving the Philadelphia metropolitan area, this publication is recognized for its alternative take on local news, investigative reporting, and comprehensive coverage of the city’s arts and entertainment scene. Established in 1971, it has long functioned as a primary source for counter-cultural perspectives and urban lifestyle commentary within the region.

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MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN PHILADELPHIA

Anchoring the local media landscape is a dominant daily broadsheet operating under a unique non-profit ownership structure. The regional market is heavily led by the Philadelphia Inquirer and its sister tabloid counterpart, the Philadelphia Daily News. Beyond these primary dailies, specialized publications cover specific demographics and community interests. Notable examples include the Philadelphia Tribune, recognized as the nation's oldest continuously published African American newspaper, and the Daily Pennsylvanian, a prominent university student paper. Paperboy lists 10 newspapers in Philadelphia.