2009 Better Newspaper Contest Headquarters
Please note that the deadline to enter the 2009 BNC has passed. Rules remain posted for reference only.
Looking for Contest rules and forms? You've come to the right place! All rules, forms, and instructions for all the divisions are available below. Make sure you are printing all the forms and instructions you'll need for each division you are entering.
Please contact NENPA if you have any questions as you are preparing your entries. You may also find answers here: Contest FAQs.
Deadlines
Final Deadline for submitting entries is August 21, 2009. Early Bird Deadline is August 7. Get your entries in by the August 7 and take 5% off your total entry fee!
Editorial Division
Advertising Division
Photography/Multimedia Division
Biweekly/Monthly Division
E-Tearsheets
If paper tearsheets are not available for your entries, digital tearsheets will be accepted as long as they are accompanied by a signed digital tearsheet certification form.
Having trouble opening the forms? You may need to download the latest version of Adobe Reader. It's free, and available here.
Please call NENPA with any questions (781) 320-8050.