LEAST BIASED
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- Overall, we rate the Pocono Record Least Biased due to a balanced opinion page and High for factual reporting based on proper sourcing of information.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1894, The Pocono Record is a daily newspaper published in print and online in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, United States.
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Funded by / Ownership
Gannett, the publisher of USA Today, owns The Pocono Record. In August 2019, Gatehouse Media purchased and merged with Gannett becoming the largest newspaper chain in the USA. After the merger, the companies retained the Gannett name. Advertising and paid subscriptions generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, the Pocono Record covers local news through the use of journalists and reporters. The national news is typically covered by the Associated Press. Articles and headlines rarely use loaded words and all information is properly sourced. Editorially, the Pocono Record does not provide candidate endorsements, and its opinion page is diversified.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Pocono Record Least Biased due to a balanced opinion page and High for factual reporting based on proper sourcing of information. (D. Van Zandt 12/8/2018) Updated (7/28/2023)
Source: http://www.poconorecord.com/
Last Updated on July 28, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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