The New England Newspaper & Press Association is excited to announce that the 2026 New England Newspaper Convention will take place March 13 and 14 in beautiful Portsmouth, New Hampshire—a city rich with history, coastal charm, and a thriving downtown perfect for gathering our region’s journalism community.
This year’s theme is Honoring the Past. Celebrating the Present. Inspiring the Future reflecting the full scope of our industry’s journey: from the legacy of New England’s storied newsrooms, to the creativity and resilience shaping journalism today, to the bold ideas preparing us for the years ahead.
We’re also thrilled to share that the response to this year’s Better Newspaper Competition has been our strongest in recent years. Thank you to every newsroom and journalist that submitted entries—your work illustrates the unwavering strength and innovation of local journalism across New England. Winners will be recognized at our annual Awards Banquet on the evening of Saturday, March 14, one of the most anticipated highlights of the convention.
In addition to the Better Newspaper Awards, the convention will also feature two of New England’s most distinguished lifetime honors. On Friday, March 13, we will host the New England Newspaper Hall of Fame Induction Dinner, celebrating journalists and news leaders whose remarkable careers have left a lasting impact on our region’s media landscape. On Saturday, March 14, we will gather for the Yankee Quill Awards Luncheon, honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional contributions to journalism, civic life, and the communities they serve.
Hotel room reservations and convention registration will open soon, along with details on programming, speakers, workshops, and networking events. Stay tuned—and mark your calendar now for two days of learning, celebration, and community.
We look forward to seeing you in Portsmouth!