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What is the Bergen Record Corp?

The Bergen Record Corp. is a newspaper publishing company that was founded in 1901 and is headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey. It is the publisher of The Record, a daily newspaper serving Bergen County and parts of Passaic County in New Jersey.

History:

* 1901: Founded as the Hackensack Record.

* 1903: Became known as The Record.

* 2000: Merged with the Bergen County Record, forming The Bergen Record Corp.

* 2015: Acquired by Gannett, now known as GateHouse Media.

* 2019: GateHouse Media merged with New Media Investment Group to form Gannett Co., Inc.

Notable Features:

* Local News Coverage: Known for its comprehensive reporting on local news, politics, and community events in Bergen County.

* Online Presence: The Record has a strong online presence with a website and mobile app.

* Awards and Recognition: The Record has won numerous awards for its journalism, including Pulitzer Prizes.

Current Status:

The Bergen Record Corp. is now a subsidiary of Gannett Co., Inc., one of the largest newspaper publishers in the United States. The Record continues to operate as a daily newspaper, serving the Bergen County community with its news, features, and opinions.

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