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GANNETT CO., INC.
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The following communication is being distributed to certain stockholders of Gannett Co., Inc. beginning on or about October 24, 2019.
October 24, 2019
Dear Stockholder:
We have previously sent you proxy material for the important Special Meeting of Gannett Co., Inc. stockholders taking place on November 14, 2019 in connection with the proposed merger with New Media Investment Group Inc.Your Board of Directors unanimously recommends that stockholders vote FOR the merger and related proposals on the agenda.
If you have not already done so, please vote TODAYvia the Internet, telephone, or by signing, dating and returning the enclosed proxy card in the postage-paid envelope provided.
Very truly yours,
Paul J. Bascobert
President and Chief Executive Officer
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| Please follow the easy instructions on the enclosed proxy card. |
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