Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Sold to Nonprofit Venetoulis Institute, Ensuring Continued Operation
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, a historic newspaper founded in the 18th century, will continue its operations after being sold to the nonprofit Venetoulis Institute. This decision comes after the paper's parent company, Block Communications Inc., announced plans to cease its coverage in May. The Venetoulis Institute, which also manages the Baltimore Banner, a Pulitzer Prize-winning nonprofit newsroom, will take over the Post-Gazette. The sale marks the end of nearly a century of ownership by the Block family. The transition is set to occur on May 4, just a day after the paper was initially scheduled to close. The Post-Gazette will maintain its print and online presence, publishing twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays. 
