Observed Signal · Nov 11, 2026 · Restructuring · Source: persoenlich.com News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Local Swiss Paper LoNa Restructures for 100th Anniversary
The Swiss local newspaper 'Lokal-Nachrichten Muri-Gümligen und Allmendingen' (LoNa), also known as 'Muri-Bund', has been restructured for its 100th anniversary. Editor-in-chief Peter Pflugshaupt has become co-owner by acquiring the shares of long-time publisher Fritz Mäder. The Stämpfli Group, which has been involved for 40 years, now also handles advertising sales and has redesigned the layout. The paper celebrated its centenary with a new design and a special jubilee edition featuring a drawing by local artist Oskar Weiss. The newspaper aims to strengthen local journalism despite industry-wide cutbacks.
Local news restructuring with a media company taking over advertising sales, but limited broader industry impact.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- LoNa celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026.
- Editor-in-chief Peter Pflugshaupt becomes co-owner by acquiring shares from previous publisher Fritz Mäder.
- Stämpfli Group now also handles advertising sales and redesigned the layout.
- New layout introduced with the October 8 edition.
- Jubilee drawing by Oskar Weiss sold for 3000 francs, proceeds go to young journalists.
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