Screenshot of the NJ Pen website
NJ Pen is a local digital news platform dedicated to covering suburban Camden County in New Jersey. It focuses on reporting the issues, events, and people that shape the daily lives of residents, offering a perspective that emphasizes depth, clarity, and context. The outlet positions itself as a trusted alternative to fragmented or secondhand information, particularly at a time when larger media organizations have reduced their local coverage. With a strong emphasis on accountability, NJ Pen aims to provide meaningful coverage of the institutions that impact communities—such as local governments, schools, and economic systems. Its reporting is grounded in the belief that residents deserve accurate and responsive journalism that helps them better understand their neighborhoods and the forces shaping them. The publication also highlights the limitations of relying solely on social media for local information, framing its work as a corrective to rumor and misinformation by offering verified reporting and thoughtful analysis. At its core, NJ Pen presents itself as a community-focused newsroom that transcends municipal boundaries, connecting residents through shared stories and issues. By prioritizing accuracy, context, and reader trust, it seeks to serve as a reliable and engaged voice within the Camden County media landscape.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2014
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Camden County, New Jersey

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Law and crime
Entrepreneurship
Journalism genres:
Reviews
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Live coverage of events
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Social media platforms
Facebook
Instagram

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Matt Skoufalos
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Advertising

Why is this profile included?

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