The Gettysburg Times published today a letter from publisher Harry Hartman that explained the paper would be reducing its print schedule to a Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday schedule.
The Times also said that its coronavirus-related stories will remain free for all to read without a subscription on their website.
“This reduction of print days is a temporary measure that is only planned for a two-week period at this point,” said Hartman. “Our plan is to resume to a six-day print edition when the pandemic subsides and revenue streams are revived.”
Hartman said the e-edition, an electronic edition that looks like a print edition, will be available online to subscribers Monday through Saturday. Specific instructions on how to access the e-edition will be posted at the top of the website.
Hartman said the Times will continue to produce local news seven days a week.
“Please know this was not an easy decision; this was one of the toughest decision I have ever had to make in my 30-plus years in the newspaper business,” said Hartman.
“We are still here for you seven days a week. Our news staff has been working tirelessly to inform the public about the rapidly-changing coronavirus pandemic and will continue to do so,” said Hartman.
“Thank you for your support of the Gettysburg Times. It is my honor to be not only the publisher but an Adams County resident, and I promise you we will be with you through this battle and long after it is won,” said Hartman.