Tube City Online

http://www.tubecityonline.com
Screenshot of the Tube City Online website
Tube City Online is an independent online publication based in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, serving communities in the Monongahela Valley region. The site was created by local journalist and historian Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall historian Jay Thurber as a platform focused on preserving and sharing the history and stories of the area. Its content combines local journalism, historical research, archival material, and community storytelling. The publication covers McKeesport and nearby communities through articles about local history, notable residents, landmarks, events, and regional developments. Rather than operating as a traditional daily news outlet, it places strong emphasis on historical documentation and community memory. The website also serves as a resource for readers interested in the cultural heritage and evolution of the Mon Valley. Through its articles and archives, Tube City Online contributes to preserving the identity and history of the communities it covers.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
McKeesport, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
1996
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Hyperlocal
Area of coverage:
McKeesport, White Oak, Duquesne, North Versailles Philladelphia

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Sports
Lifestyle
Health and well-being
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Social media platforms
Radio streaming
Podcast
Facebook

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Non-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Grants
Audience support / reader revenue
Grants or investment from philanthropic organisations
Individual donations
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Grants

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