hjørneavis

Hjørneavis is a Norwegian term that describes a small, local newspaper or community bulletin intended for neighborhood readers. The word combines hjørne (corner) and avis (newspaper), implying distribution at street corners, kiosks, or other public gathering places where residents could pick up copies or read notices.

Hjørneavis typically focuses on local news, public notices, cultural events, classifieds, and community debates. It often operates with a lean editorial model that relies on volunteers or residents and may be distributed free or at a low cost. The format can vary from a folded pamphlet to a single-sheet flyer, and distribution can be physical or posted on community boards.

Historically and regionally, the concept is common in Norwegian-speaking communities and in other Nordic regions, where informal, neighborhood-focused publications have served as a complement to formal newspapers and, in some cases, as a training ground for citizen journalists. Today, hjørneavis can also denote smaller, free-to-read or community-produced online outlets that echo the traditional corner-news idea.

In the broader media landscape, hjørneavis is not a formal media category but relates to local newspapers, community bulletins, and zines. It emphasizes local affairs, grassroots reporting, and immediacy, often with less emphasis on national or international news.

See also: Local newspaper, Community bulletin, Zine.