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The Shapiro Library has several databases available online where you can search and view newspapers, including:

These databases have search options to help you find specific newspapers or browse local areas, such as countries, states, or cities. Check out the Find News and Current Topics page for more newspaper sources.

Browse Directories

You can also look for local newspapers in newspaper directories, many of which are freely available online:

Local public libraries This link opens in a new window are another great resource for finding local newspapers, both digital and in print.

Search by Title

The Periodical Finder This link opens in a new window tool allows you to search for the name of a local newspaper. Follow these steps:

  1. From the Shapiro Library homepage, go to the “Find Articles, eBooks & More” menu, and choose the “Periodical Finder” option.
  2. In the Periodical Finder search box, type in the title of your newspaper and click the “Search” button.

    Screenshot of the periodical finder search box
  3. Your search results will show you links to library databases with full text access to articles in this newspaper.

    Screenshot of a search for the Boston Globe in the periodical finder
  4. Choose a database option with a date range that fits your research needs. Once you click on the database link, you can search for articles within the newspaper itself. You can also see information on the latest available issue, full-text coverage, and the date range available to search.

    Screenshot of the Boston Globe publication page in ProQuest
  5. You can also narrow your search by browsing or searching one year of the newspaper at a time.
     

Screenshot of where to find how to browse by year

Please note: The current issues of newspapers are not always available. Full text for certain publications is subject to market availability. 

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