New Jersey's Star-Ledger Ends Print Edition Amid Industry Shift

The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will cease print operations in February 2025, transitioning fully to digital formats due to rising costs and declining demand.

The Star-Ledger, New Jersey's largest newspaper, will publish its final print edition on February 2, 2025, as part of a shift to digital-only publication.
The closure of the Montville production facility will also result in the end of print editions for the Times of Trenton, South Jersey Times, and the weekly Hunterdon County Democrat.
The Jersey Journal, which relied on the Star-Ledger's printing facilities, will cease operations entirely after 157 years, citing financial infeasibility of online-only publication.
NJ Advance Media, owner of the Star-Ledger, aims to reallocate resources to strengthen digital journalism and expand coverage in under-served areas.
The decision reflects broader industry trends of declining print circulation and increased digital news consumption, prompting significant changes in local media landscapes.

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