Grow Your Business With The Cardinal
Reach high-intent local readers across Bucks County, Lehigh Valley, and Carbon County with flexible advertising packages from $49/mo.
3 Print Editions
Monthly distribution
50,000+ Readers
Across all platforms
10+ Indexes
Niche directories
Weekly Newsletter
Direct to inbox
Web Advertising Packages
From free directory listings to full-service enterprise partnerships. Choose the plan that fits your goals.
Directory Listing
Get your business in front of local readers at no cost.
- Basic listing in business directory
- Name, address, phone, website
- Category placement
Highlighted Listing
Stand out with premium placement and branding.
- Gold-highlighted in directory
- Top of category placement
- Logo display + extended description
- "Has Cardinal" badge eligible
Digital Starter
Begin reaching our online audience with targeted ads.
- Highlighted directory listing
- Rotating sidebar ad (1 section)
- Monthly performance report
- Basic analytics dashboard
Growth Package
The complete package for serious local growth.
- All Starter features
- Site-wide sidebar + leaderboard ads
- Newsletter ad slot (1x/month)
- 1 sponsored article per quarter
- Priority support
Premium Partnership
Full-service advertising with content and print.
- All Growth features
- Business interview + 3 articles
- 30-second video commercial
- Homepage Business Spotlight
- Social media promotion
- Print ad in 1 edition
Enterprise
Tailored solutions for maximum regional impact.
- Multi-edition print ads
- Custom content series
- Event sponsorship
- Exclusive category sponsorship
- Dedicated account manager
Print Advertising in The Cardinal
Reach our loyal print readers across Bucks County, Lehigh Valley, and Carbon County. All rates are 4-color, per issue. Volume discounts unlock with a 3-, 6-, or 12-issue commitment.
| Ad Size | 3X Rate | 6X Rate | 12X Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
Full Page 10" × 15.75" | |||
Junior Page 7.5" × 10" | |||
1/2 Page 10" × 7.8" (H) or 4.9" × 15.75" (V) | |||
1/4 Page 10" × 3.8" (H), 4.9" × 7.8" (V), or 2.35" × 15.75" (Tower) | |||
1/8 Page 4.9" × 3.8" (H) or 2.35" × 7.8" (V) |
Deadlines
- Space: 10th of the month prior to publication
- Materials: 15th of the month prior to publication
- Cancellations: by the space reservation deadline
Production
No charge to direct advertisers for straightforward ad composition. Intricate layout and design quoted per job.
Materials
Press-ready CMYK PDF preferred (JPG, TIF, EPS accepted). Minimum 300 dpi. Maximum ink density 230 to 240.
Contact our team to lock in your placement and frequency rate.
Add-On Services
Boost any package with targeted extras that amplify your reach.
Business Interview Package
$199 one-time
3 professionally written articles about your business, published on the website and in print.
Video Commercial
$299 one-time
30-second commercial produced for your business, placed as a video ad on the website.
Seasonal Guide Sponsorship
$149 per season
Your logo and listing in seasonal guides (Summer Camp, Holiday, Travel).
Event Promotion Package
$49 per event
Featured event placement on homepage + social media promotion.
Featured Business Listing
$149 one-time · 30 days
Pin your business directory listing to the top of its category for 30 days. Our team will reach out to confirm which listing to feature.
Classified Ad
$25 per posting
Standard classified ad placement in print and online for one issue. We will reach out to collect your ad copy after checkout.
Why Advertise With The Cardinal?
Local Reach
Your message reaches engaged community readers who live and shop locally in Bucks County, Lehigh Valley, and Carbon County.
Trusted Platform
The Cardinal has earned trust as an independent community publication since 2021, building loyal readership across the region.
Measurable Results
Track impressions, clicks, and engagement with our analytics dashboard so you know exactly what your investment delivers.
What Our Advertisers Say
“Since advertising with The Cardinal, we've seen a 30% increase in new customers. People walk in saying they saw us in the paper or online. It's the best local marketing we've ever done.”
“The Growth Package has been a game-changer for our plumbing business. The sponsored article alone brought in more calls than a month of social media ads. Worth every penny.”
“As a nonprofit, every dollar matters. The Cardinal's team helped us craft a message that resonated with the community. Our annual fundraiser saw record attendance after running their event promotion.”
Need a custom plan?
Tell us about your business and we’ll put together an Enterprise package that fits your goals and budget.