How can I get a copy of the Union-Finley Messenger mailed to my home?

If you live in Finleyville, New Eagle, Gastonville or Elrama you will receive a free copy via U.S. mail each month. Businesses and P.O. Box holders in these communities also receive a free copy in the mail. Residents and businesses in surrounding communities can receive a copy of the paper in the mail each month by subscribing. For a 1-year subscription, please contact us at:

Phone / Fax: 412-249-8177

e-mail:

U.S. Mail: P.O. Box 103, Finleyville, PA 15332

You can also subscribe through our website for our Digital Edition. Click here to e-subscribe.

Where can I pick up a free copy of the Union-Finley Messenger?

The Union-Finley Messenger is available free of charge at over 175+ locations throughout the south hills and Mon Valley area. We have dropsite locations in Finleyville, Elrama, New Eagle, Monongahela, Jefferson Hills, West Elizabeth, South Park, Venetia, and many more! Click here to see a complete list of our dropsite locations where the Union-Finley Messenger is available.

When does the Union-Finley Messenger come out?

We publish a new paper every month. 12 issues per year. Typically, the Union-Finley Messenger “hits the streets” and is available for pick-up at local dropsites around the 28th day of  the month.

How much does it cost to advertise in the Union-Finley Messenger?

Our advertising rates are very inexpensive compared to most other area newspapers. Our costs vary depending upon the size of ad and the frequency (number of times the ad runs). We offer ads for as low as $5.00 per month in our classified section, and our Business Directory listings are just $35 per month. For a complete list of ad sizes and costs available, contact us at 412-249-8177, and an advertising media kit will be sent out to you.

How can I submit a classified ad?

Submitting a classified ad is easy. Just e-mail us at and tell us how you want your ad to read, and we will respond back to you with a total word count and cost for your ad. You can also fax us your classified ad, mail it through the Post Office, or for your convenience, just fill out the form on our website under “Submit a Classified ad” and click send.

How much does it cost to submit news and announcements?

Nothing. There is no charge for submitting news, happenings, events and information. We publish community news free of charge and encourage all local residents, businesses and organizations to submit their news. Announcements for weddings, engagements, graduations, anniversaries and the like are gladly accepted by the Messenger free of charge. Photos are also welcome.

How do I submit news and information to the Union-Finley Messenger?

Submitting a news, events and happenings is easy. Just e-mail us your news to .  All submissions should be in the form of an attached Microsoft Word document, or typed directly in the body copy of your e-mail. You can also fax us your news, mail it through the Post Office, or even give us a phone call to tell us what you need to have published. Or, for submiting News & Announcements, you can do that through our web site by clicking here.

Why don’t you charge a price for the paper?

We wanted to make sure that everybody could have free access to local news and information. We did not want price to be a deterrent or discourage potential readers from picking us up. It is more beneficial to the community if there are more readers who stay in-tune on local topics and it is also better for our advertisers as we open up the distribution to EVERYONE, and not just the few select individuals who buy a paid newspaper.

Who owns the Union-Finley Messenger?