Starting around 2005, large newspaper chains responded to the decline in newspaper circulation by buying up more newspapers and increasing newsroom staff.

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Large newspaper chains actually responded to the decline in newspaper circulation by cutting costs, including staff reductions and consolidating printing and distribution operations. Mergers and acquisitions also occurred, but these were more for financial gain than for expanding news coverage.

Starting Around 2005, Large Newspaper Chains Responded to the Decline