Court backs newspaper on computer seizure
The state Supreme Court Oct. 6 reversed a judge’s order that Lancaster Newspapers Inc. turn over two reporters’ computers to the state attorney general.

In a 20-page opinion, the justices called the government’s attempt to seize the newsroom computers "unduly intrusive."

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Journal Register shareholder lowers stake
The shareholder that almost single-handedly pushed newspaper publisher Knight Ridder Inc. into selling itself has no such plans for smaller publisher Journal Register Co.

Private Capital Management owns 74,600 shares in the Yardley, Pennsylvania-based publisher, it said in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. That compares with a filing on June 30 when PCM owned nearly 3 million shares.

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Sun-Gazette: It's your money but it's not your business
The Williamsport Sun-Gazette weighs in on the Uniontown Herald-Standard defamation lawsuit by House Minority Leader H. William DeWeese. It affects all people, not just those in the newspaper industry.

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'Brighter Pennsylvania': 125 supporters and counting
The supporters list of candidates and incumbents is still growing: 125 signatures as of press time. Take a moment to read our recent response to Gov. Rendell. We'll be in touch with him in the coming weeks to follow up and kick off this project. And feel free to download a new display ad promoting "Brighter Pennsylvania" in your paper.
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'Brighter Pennsylvania' editorial roundup
Keep up the great editorials! This campaign wouldn't exist without you. Send your "Brighter Pennsylvania" editorial to communications@pa-news.org and we'll showcase it next week.

York Dispatch: Access is people's key
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(Norristown) Times Herald: Looking for that open-door vibe
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(Carlisle) Sentinel: More sunshine is needed
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From the Hotline:
What is the law in Pennsylvania regarding access to polling places?

PNA's General Counsel Teri Henning answers this question.

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Use this link to visit the Headlines & Deadlines page which groups and archives Teri Henning's weekly 'From the Hotline' columns. 

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Clearfield Progress appoints Golden to editor
The (Clearfield) Progress announces the appointment of Jill L. Golden as its new editor.

Former editor Linda Wellar will assume the role of assistant editor.

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Lee named PNA Foundation director
Lauren Lee has been named PNA Foundation Director. In her new role, Lauren will develop relationships both inside and outside of the newspaper world that serve the Foundation’s mission. She's responsible for cultivating relationships with the newspaper industry, academia, the grant-making community, the non-profit community, the national newspaper trade organizations and the many newspaper and foundation groups in Pennsylvania and in government.

Lauren comes to us from MBNA in Delaware and brings marketing, grant-writing and general management skills to the Foundation. She is a graduate of Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario and SUNY.

To contact Lauren, call (717) 703-3002 or e-mail her at laurenl@pa-news.org.

Pa. Commonwealth Court rules on two Right to Know cases
On Oct. 12, the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court issued decisions on two pending Right to Know Law cases. PNA General Counsel Teri Henning recaps the decisions.

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Wilkes-Barre Times Leader earns G. Richard Dew Award
The Times Leader of Wilkes-Barre is the recipient of the
annual G. Richard Dew Award.

The G. Richard Dew Award is the PNA Foundation's most prestigious honor for outstanding journalism. The award was established in memory of G. Richard Dew, former general manager of the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association and former executive director of the Pennsylvania Society of Newspaper Editors. The award will be presented Nov. 3 during the PNA Annual Convention.

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Times-Tribune of Scranton to receive Public Service Award
The Times-Tribune of Scranton is the recipient of the annual Public Service Award.

The Public Service Award recognizes a newspaper that has made a significant contribution to the betterment of its community through public service leadership. The award will be presented Nov. 3 during the PNA Annual Convention.

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Mark your calendars for the 2006 PNA Annual Convention!
Nov. 1-3, Philadelphia
Research results are in! Newspaper Next project offers ideas for your future success!

API’s Newspaper Next project provides a new blueprint to shape the future success of the newspaper industry. Results of this ambitious year-long research initiative have been compiled and will be presented Nov. 3 at the PNA Annual Convention.

This is just one of the many valuable sessions that offer solutions and revenue-generating ideas to attendees at the Annual Convention, Nov. 1–3, Philadelphia. Various registration options are available.

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Annual PNA Foundation Auction: Show your support
Nov. 1, Philadelphia
Now is the time to donate items and purchase raffle tickets! Help support the Foundation and its mission of providing training and resources to member newspapers, developing the next generation of readers and journalists and working to educate the public about the importance of the First Amendment and the role of a free press.

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PNA Annual Meeting: Get a recap of PNA happenings
Nov. 2, 8 a.m., Philadelphia
The PNA Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 2 at 8 a.m. at the Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel, Philadelphia, in conjunction with PNA Annual Convention.

If you would like to attend, please contact Bev Hendry at (717) 703-3062 or beverlyh@pa-news.org.

Oct. 18: Fifty Story Leads - Philadelphia
FREE seminar!
Think financial stories belong only in the business section? Think again! Learn the potential for personal financial literacy stories in routine news and features.
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Oct. 19: PNA On the Road - Pittsburgh
Like your employees? Want to keep them? PNA's Janet McNally, VP of human resources, will offer insights into keeping the workplace desirable.
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Oct. 19: The Art and Craft of Storytelling (for college newspapers) - Pittsburgh
Want to wow your future employer with creative clips? Jim Stasiowski, the "Writing Coach," can show you how.
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Oct. 20: The Art of the Blog - Harrisburg
Everyone's doing it and now you can too! Learn how to start or improve your paper's blog.
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Oct. 23: When you are part of the story - Harrisburg
FREE Seminar!
Disasters can happen anywhere, so you need to be prepared. New Orleans Times-Picayune News Editor Michael Ramsey will tell you how his staff kept the presses running following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
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Not fit to print for Amish
While other news outlets reported great detail regarding the Amish schoolhouse shootings, the Amish newspaper Die Botschaft will focus, as it always has, on ripening apples, shifting families -- renewal.

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Spanish-language papers pose unique challenge for media companies
Circulation of Spanish-language newspapers has increased over the years, however the recent firings of journalists from Miami's El Nuevo Herald sheds light on the challenges facing media companies that seek to publish Spanish-language papers in major U.S. media markets.

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Indispensable old media
Studies show that readers are moving to online news sources, however, old-school journalism still plays a crucial role as proven by the assasination of Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya.

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New rules for newspapers
The Internet has changed everything. If newspapers want to play – and win – then we need to follow the new rules.

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