Napa Chronicle is an independent digital news publication covering Napa Valley, the North Bay, and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 2024, our mission is straightforward: keep residents informed with timely, accurate, and relevant local news — the kind of reporting that connects communities and holds institutions accountable.
In an era of shrinking local newsrooms, Napa Chronicle fills a critical gap. We aggregate and curate journalism from trusted regional publishers so that everything relevant to Napa Valley and Bay Area life is in one place, organized and easy to find. Every story on our site links directly to its original source — because we believe in credit, transparency, and supporting the reporters doing the work.
Our Coverage
We cover seven core areas of local life:
- Local News — Browse Local News stories
- Bay Area — Browse Bay Area stories
- Wine & Dining — Browse Wine & Dining stories
- Business — Browse Business stories
- Real Estate — Browse Real Estate stories
- Arts & Culture — Browse Arts & Culture stories
- Sports — Browse Sports stories
Our Commitment
Napa Chronicle is committed to the following editorial principles:
- Accuracy first. We source only from established, reputable regional publications. We do not publish unverified claims.
- Transparency. Every article displays its original source. We never obscure where content comes from.
- Local focus. Our coverage prioritizes stories relevant to Napa County residents and Bay Area communities.
- No hidden agendas. Napa Chronicle has no political affiliation and does not accept payment for editorial placement.
- Reader privacy. We collect minimal data and never sell your personal information. See our Privacy Policy.
About Our News Sources
Napa Chronicle aggregates headlines and summaries from leading regional publications, including the Napa Valley Register, Press Democrat, Marin Independent Journal, Mercury News, East Bay Times, KQED, SFGate, Wine Spectator, and others. All content links directly to the original publisher. Napa Chronicle does not reproduce full articles and is not affiliated with any of its source publications.
Corrections Policy
If you notice an error in how we have summarized or categorized a story, please contact us. We take accuracy seriously and will correct errors promptly. For errors in original articles, please contact the source publication directly.
Advertising & Sponsorships
Napa Chronicle accepts limited, clearly labeled advertising. We maintain a strict separation between advertising and editorial decisions. Advertisers have no influence over the news we cover or how we cover it. For advertising inquiries, contact us at editor@napachronicle.com.
Contact
We want to hear from you. Whether you have a tip, a correction, a question, or a story suggestion, reach out through our Contact page or email us directly at editor@napachronicle.com.
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