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  • Download Media Guide Now!

    FMC has just released the new edition of our best-selling media guide — filled with contact info to the metro-area media. Download it now from under the ‘Purchase’ tab!

  • Get Tix Now: Future of Marketing Jan. 27

    Tickets on sale: Jan. 27  ‘Future of Marketing’ Workshop at Bergen Community College at the Meadowlands, the new home for the Fair Media Council’s New Jersey events.

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    Businesses & Nonprofits, we give you everything you need to become part of the public conversation and advance your community. Join now.

  • Woo Hoo! Record Number of Folio Entries!

    Yet only the best will walk away with a Folio! News and social media, judged by the public for relevance and importance to the community. Winners announced April 20 at the biggest media event on Long Island! Get involved …

  • Media Savvy Teachers: Entry Deadline Jan. 31

    The Fair Media Council’s Media Savvy Teacher Award recognizes 4th, 5th and 6th grade teachers who are using news in their classrooms. Sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union.

Upcoming Events

  • Media Savvy Teacher Award Deadline
    Starts: 9:00 am
    Ends: January 31, 2012 - 5:00 pm
    Location: Entries due in FMC office or via online at info@fairmediacouncil.org
    Description: Apply Now Deadline for entry. Open to 4th-6th grade teachers nationwide. Sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union.
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  • Meet & Pitch the Media: FMC Media Fix Workshop
    Starts: 8:30 am
    Ends: March 9, 2012 - 10:30 am
    Location: Briarcliffe College, Bethpage, N.Y.
    Description: Here's your chance to learn how to present a story to get the media's attention -- and get it into tomorrow's news! Tickets on sale at www.fairmediacouncil.org.
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  • NJ Meet & Pitch the Media: FMC Media Fix Workshop
    Starts: 8:30 am
    Ends: March 23, 2012 - 10:30 am
    Location: Bergen Community College @The Meadowlands
    Description: Here's your chance to learn how to get the media's attention -- and get into tomorrow's news! Tickets on sale at www.fairmediacouncil.org
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  • FMC Folio Awards
    Starts: 11:00 am
    Ends: April 20, 2012 - 2:00 pm
    Location: Crest Hollow Country Club
    Description: The public has judged: Find out who's the best in local news at the largest media event on Long Island! Sponsorships and tickets available. Details at www.fairmediacouncil.org or call 1.855.4FAIR-ME or 1.516.224.1860.
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  • NJ, SAVE THE DATE: FMC Media Fix Workshop
    Starts: 8:30 am
    Ends: May 4, 2012 - 10:30 am
    Location: Bergen Community College @The Meadowlands
    Description: Topic to be announced.
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News & Views

  • Clement: The news biz just got competitive

    January 23, 2012

    By Jaci Clement. Long Island kicks off 2012 with the most positive, long-fought-for development in its media history. As soon as CBS completes takeover of TV55 (transfer of the Federal Communications Commission license is expected within 90 days), this island of 2.7 million people emerges from the shadows cast by a higher-populated island to the west, … Continue reading →

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I wanted to let you know how successful FMC Connection Day was for the Northport Symphony Orchestra.

In the exhibitor hall I met Hofstra Prof. Jeff Morosoff who was conducting research on how non-profits use PR. As a result NSO and Prof. Morosoff's class will be collaborating on a PR campaign next spring, truly a win-win for everyone. We are very excited about this partnership and are grateful that Connection Day made it happen.- Leila Zogby, Board President, Northport Symphony Orchestra

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One thing they have in common? They care about their communities, and know quality local news coverage is vital to create social change.

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The Fair Media Council helps communities evolve: In areas underserved by the media, we teach organizations how to be part of the news ecology, and advocate for quality local news to keep our region a vibrant place to live and do business. Join FMC, and get media savvy.

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