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Overview
The Coastal Star publishes a monthly free newspaper and digital content for nine affluent coastal towns in South Palm Beach County, Florida. It delivers a print edition funded by local advertising, with USPS mailbox delivery added in 2025 to improve service, and also offers online content. Its reporting emphasizes on-the-ground coverage of small municipal governments and local business, differentiating itself with a print-first approach aimed at a high-income readership. Its goal is to sustain local journalism by providing thorough, community-focused news that serves residents and advertisers alike.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The site updated September 22, 2026, showing active publishing and maintenance.
- Florida Press Foundation fundraising and 501(c)(3) donations diversify support beyond ads.
- Palm Beach County's proclamation and 2026 awards strengthen credibility with employers and advertisers.
What critics are saying
- All-advertising revenue depends on Manalapan and Gulf Stream real-estate spending cycles.
- The nonprofit donation push signals insufficient earned revenue for newsroom expansion.
- If ad dollars shift to Google and Facebook, monthly print economics unravel fast.
What makes The Coastal Star unique
- Since 2008, The Coastal Star owns affluent coastal micro-markets ignored by regionals.
- Its May 2025 USPS delivery improved household reach across nine beach towns.
- Its June 2026 FPA awards validated reporting depth in circulation-above-15,000 competition.
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