OUR HISTORY

Established in 1977, RING is an association of seven publishing companies representing 19 hometown newspapers. With one call, one order and one bill, advertisers reach 125,000 homes in Rhode Island.

Our papers are audited and staffed by local reporters. Eight of the publications are sold by subscription and distributed by mail, carrier or at a newsstand.

RING is the best marketing tool for advertisers who want to reach Rhode Island’s extensive network of community newspapers with one phone call. There is no better midweek print vehicle.

WHO WE REACH^**

RING newspapers reach 125,000 unique households in Rhode Island offering full coverage of the Providence DMA. The vast majority of our readers are homeowners. They are committed to their communities. They are educated, active participants in their towns and cities.

• 66% of our subscribers have household incomes over $75,000, significantly higher than general market of 46%
• 61% keep their community newspaper for at least 4 days
• 75% frequently purchase products or services from ads seen in RING newspapers
• 81% have at least some college education

Education + Buying Power = RING Readers

WHAT WE DO

RING newspapers feature well-written articles by award-winning reporters. At our best we can be described as hyper-local. When it comes to covering community events, be it political, social, academic or religious, no other medium does it better.

WHY WE ARE EFFECTIVE

RING newspapers provide a touchstone for its readers which in turn builds community trust and brand loyalty for our advertisers. We are read cover to cover, not strictly by section. Our papers are picked up more than once, referred to and often passed along. Our readers trust us – we are their neighbors – we cover their lives.

• Warwick Beacon
• Cranston Herald
• Johnston SunRise
• The Reminder

• Valley Breeze, Cumberland/Lincoln
• Valley Breeze, N. Providence
• Valley Breeze, Pawtucket
• Valley Breeze, N. Smithfield/Woonsocket
• Valley Breeze, Pawtucket
• Valley Breeze & Observer

• Bristol Phoenix
• Barrington Times
• Portsmouth Times
• Sakonnet Times
• Warren Times-Gazette
• Westport Shorelines
• East Providence Post

• The Independent

• Newport This Week

• Jamestown Press