Saipan Tribune will write “30”—or cease operations—on 31 December 2024, according to a statement from the company.
“For more than 30 years, the Saipan Tribune has been a proud and reliable source of news for our island community and the Pacific region.
Saipan Tribune covered historic events in the NMI, featured individuals and groups that created significant impact in our community, highlighted athletes’ achievements and students’ triumphs, and came up with other newsworthy stories that helped shape public opinion and initiate changes and positive actions.”
Management said while Saipan Tribune has delivered the kind of news stories the CNMI community deserved, shifts in media consumption patterns, driven by advancements in technology, have transformed how audiences access news and information.
“The increased availability of internet access and mobile devices has led consumers to demand instant information, prompting many industries to reshape their business models and move online. This change has redefined the need for the Saipan Tribune.
In addition, unforeseen calamities in recent years and continuing local economic challenges have thwarted our best efforts to sustain the business. We are compelled to make this exceptionally difficult decision, so with a heavy heart we would like to inform you that Saipan Tribune will cease its operations on 31 December 2024.”
Management said it is deeply grateful and proud of all members of the Saipan Tribune family—editors, writers, photographers, graphic artists, delivery personnel, finance department, sales, and advertising team members. “Their dedication and commitment have allowed the Saipan Tribune to advocate for press freedom and champion journalistic excellence in our region. We would also like to express our sincerest gratitude to all our readers, advertisers, and community partners for their valuable support and trust, said the newspaper.