Barnstaple Patriot

Hyannis, Massachusetts, United StatesEnglish

Established in 1830, this weekly publication serves as the oldest newspaper on Cape Cod, providing in-depth coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues for the residents of Barnstable. Its enduring legacy and focus on hyper-local journalism make it a vital source of historical and current record for the communities of the mid-Cape.

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MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN MASSACHUSETTS

Home to the first continuously published newspaper in the American colonies, regional press history is characterized by pioneering early publishers and modern corporate consolidation. The Boston Globe, owned by John Henry, dominates as the largest daily, while the tabloid-format Boston Herald, owned by MediaNews Group, provides a conservative editorial counterweight. Beyond the capital, Gannett controls major regional dailies like the Telegram & Gazette in Worcester and The Patriot Ledger in Quincy, alongside Advance Publications' The Republican in Springfield. Specialized reporting continues through the Bay State Banner, an African-American weekly founded in 1965. Paperboy indexes 181 Massachusetts newspapers — browse the full directory below.