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Ambridge Connection has been a hyperlocal, community-driven platform since 2013, dedicated to telling the stories that matter most across Ambridge, Baden, Economy Borough, Harmony Township and South Heights.
What began as a local startup has grown into a trusted resource for news, information, and community engagement. Its focus has always been simple — to highlight real people, local businesses, community events and the everyday moments that shape its neighborhoods, while providing timely, relevant information that keeps residents connected.
It serves both those who live in the communities and those who have moved away but still want to stay connected to home. Through on-the-ground coverage, digital storytelling and consistent engagement, Ambridge Connection has built strong relationships and a loyal audience that values authentic, local content.
Ambridge Connection is focused on securing sustainable resources through partnerships, grants, and future nonprofit development that will allow it to expand its reach, deepen its impact, and continue serving as a reliable source of connection and visibility for its communities.
Ambridge Connection co-founder Felicia Mycyk answered questions posed by TribLive.
Location: Ambridge, Pa.
Newsroom size: Small, community-driven team of four
Communities you serve: Ambridge , Baden, Economy, Harmony Township, South Heights (major Beaver County/ Allegheny news that would matter to our readers)
Established in: 2013
Known for: Hyperlocal storytelling, community highlights, local events and giving a voice to stories that don’t always make traditional media.
Who is your core audience, and how do you stay connected to them? Our core audience includes current residents, local families and those who have moved away but remain deeply connected to Ambridge. We serve as a bridge between where people are now and where they come from. We stay connected by showing up, telling real stories, covering local events and delivering consistent, relevant updates that keep our community informed and engaged.
What makes your coverage different from others in Pennsylvania? We focus on what larger outlets overlook, the everyday wins, the local leaders, the small businesses and the real stories happening on the ground. Our coverage is built on proximity and relationships, not distance.
What’s one goal your organization has for the next year? We are already a trusted resource for the communities we serve. Our focus now is securing sustainable funding through grants and strategic partnerships so we can continue to grow, expand our impact, and pursue nonprofit status to better serve our community.
If your newsroom were a TV show, what would it be called? “On the Ground: Ambridge Connection Real stories. Real people. Real community.”