Boston news, read around the world. Put your brand in front of all of it.
Directory listings, job posts, section sponsorships and sponsored features on The Boston Report, an independent news site covering Boston, New England and the world. Pick a package, submit your details, pay securely and we handle the rest.
See packages Get a Basic Listing: $19/yearPhoto: NewtonCourt / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (source)
How it works
Three steps, no back-and-forth.
Choose a package
Compare the options below and pick the one that fits your goals and budget.
Submit your details and pay securely
Fill in a short form about your business. Payment is handled through secure Stripe checkout.
We review and launch
Our editors check your submission against our standards and publish it. You get an email receipt once payment is confirmed and a confirmation email when it goes live.
Packages and prices
Introductory prices. Every paid placement is clearly labeled.
Basic Listing
- Business name and category
- City or neighborhood
- Website link and public contact details
- Live for 12 months from approval
- Renew for $19 each year to stay listed
Submit your details, pay at checkout, live after approval.
Enhanced Business Listing
- Expanded business description
- Logo and approved photos
- Website, social links and hours
- Featured placement in your category, labeled “Featured listing (paid)”
Secure Stripe checkout. Runs only after our editors review and approve it; full refund if declined.
Local Section Sponsor
- “Sponsor” placement on an agreed section, such as Boston Restaurants or Boston Sports
- Your logo, short description and website link
- Defined start and end dates
- Monthly report when reliable tracking is available
Secure Stripe checkout. Runs only after our editors review and approve it; full refund if declined.
Sponsored Business Feature
- Sponsored profile of your business, labeled “Sponsored”
- Description, approved photos and website link
- Published after editorial and ad-policy review
- Refunded in full if we decline to publish
Secure Stripe checkout. Runs only after our editors review and approve it; full refund if declined.
Local Business Partner
- Enhanced directory listing
- Section sponsor placement on an agreed page
- Newsletter sponsor mention once the newsletter is sending
- Monthly summary of what ran and when
Secure Stripe checkout. Runs only after our editors review and approve it; full refund if declined.
Job Posts
- Standard job post: $49 for 30 days
- Featured job post, pinned and highlighted: $99 for 30 days
- Hiring Partner, unlimited posts and logo on the Job Market page: $299/month
- Every post reviewed before it goes live
For the monthly packages and features, use Buy now to pay by secure Stripe checkout (we then contact you for your materials and review them before anything runs), or the order button to send a short form below first. We confirm the details and email you a secure Stripe payment link; your placement launches after payment and review.
Compare packages
| Package | Price | Where it appears | Billing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Listing | $19/year | Business directory | Per year (12 months from approval) |
| Enhanced Business Listing | $99/mo | Directory, featured in your category | Monthly, cancel anytime |
| Local Section Sponsor | $499/mo | One agreed section page | Monthly, cancel anytime |
| Sponsored Business Feature | $250 | A labeled sponsored article | Per article, paid before publication |
| Local Business Partner | $1,499/mo | Directory, section page and newsletter | Monthly, cancel anytime |
| Standard / Featured Job Post | $49 / $99 | Boston Jobs Board | 30 days |
| Hiring Partner | $299/mo | Jobs Board and Job Market page | Monthly, cancel anytime |
Our advertising standards
- Advertising never shapes our news. Advertisers have no influence on what we report, how we report it or when we correct it.
- Every paid placement is labeled (“Sponsor”, “Sponsored” or “Featured listing (paid)”), and paid links are marked as sponsored for search engines.
- No political advertising or sponsored content about elections, candidates, ballot questions, political issues or government decisions.
- We review every creative and decline misleading claims, adult content, gambling, illegal goods or services, hateful content, or anything that breaks ad-network policies.
- No fake numbers. We do not promise impressions or clicks and report only what our analytics can measure.
Details: Advertiser Terms, Editorial Standards, Corrections Policy, About.
Frequently asked questions
How do I pay?
How long does approval take?
What if my submission is not approved?
How do monthly packages and cancellations work?
Can I see audience numbers?
Can an advertiser review or change a news story?
Questions or a custom campaign?
Send us an inquiry or email contact@thebostonreport.com. We usually reply within two business days. The Boston Report is based in Boston, Massachusetts.