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John in the News

John was a news junkie.  Below are articles reflecting on this great man and his impact on those around him.

Celestino recalled as community minded newspaper leader

Whenever he needed help promoting his family’s annual Coats for Kids campaign, Russ Petrozzi knew he could always count on John Celestino to lend a hand....

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A tribute to a beloved publisher

John Celestino was a champion to his people. He was our cheerleader, a great boss.

He lifted us up....

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John R. Celestino
May 4, 1960 - January 26, 2024

John R. Celestino, 63, of Lewiston, NY entered into rest on Friday January 26, 2024...

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John Celestino named publisher of Niagara, Lockport newspapers

John Celestino, an experienced newspaper executive, has been appointed publisher of the Niagara Gazette, and Lockport Union-Sun & Journal...

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Publisher John Celestino dies

John Celestino, regional executive for CNHI newspapers in New York , Massachusetts and New Hampshire, died Friday. He was 63...

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Cheryl Phillips promoted to publisher of Niagara Gazette

“Cheryl has worked tirelessly over the years for our newspapers. Her energy and passion for our business is clear to see,” Celestino said...

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SCHEER: Back again, a bit busier and a bit wiser

Publisher John Celestino still wanted to bring me back...

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GENCO: Gracious, grateful and good

I cobbled together a writing-specific resume and sent it to John Celestino...

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McPhaul to retire as CNHI's No 2 executive

The regional executives are John Celestino — who serves as the publisher of the Niagara Gazette and Lockport Union Sun & Journal...

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OUR VIEW: Newspaper industry bill is essential

Niagara Gazette and Lockport Union Sun & Journal Publisher John Celestino also supports the measure.  "Congressional support for the institution of journalism is an extremely welcoming concept," he said...

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Demos: Not goodbye, just see you later

There's too many people I want to think for my time here. First and foremost, Mark Scheer, Matt Winterhalter and John Celestino...

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Reporter of the Year

Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino announced that reporter Rick Pfeiffer has been named Reporter of the Year...

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Where in Indiana? Student reaches out for project

Brianna Lundy, a 7th-grader at Queen of Peace Catholic School in Mishawaka, Ind. mailed a letter to Gazette and Union Sun & Journal publisher John Celestino...

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CELESTINO: A note to readers

The Niagara Gazette has been the primary news source for Niagara Falls and Niagara County since 1854...

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Sinatra & Co. selling Lockport properties

“We have no plans to stop operating out of downtown Lockport,” Celestino said. 

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BUSINESS: One of the buildings is current home to Lockport Union Sun & Journal.

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Lord Stanley's Cup pays a brief visit to the Cataract City

Traffic in front of the Gazette building, 473 Third St., slowed to a crawl while Gazette employees, led by publisher John Celestino...

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Publisher catches photo on morning drive

A police car blocks traffic from a downed traffic signal at Hyde Park Boulevard and Walnut Avenue on Sunday afternoon. John Celestino...

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Lunch with the Boss: Food made fresh at Indian Kitchen King

My boss, John Celestino, publisher of this newspaper, loves Indian food...

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SCHEER: Let the race for mayor begin

The meeting, which included myself, managing editor Matt Winterhalter and Publisher John Celestino...

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Seth Piccirillo discusses his early start to the 2019 mayoral race

At his request, three members of the Niagara Gazette editorial board — Regional News Director Mark Scheer, Managing Editor Matt Winterhalter and Publisher John Celestino...

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SCHEER: Hail, hail rock n' roll

I texted a couple of concert photos to my boss, Publisher John Celestino...

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SCHEER: Debate was well worth the effort

publisher John Celestino, who backed us with whatever we needed

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Lunch with the Boss: Steak Stone & Sushi sizzles

when my boss, John Celestino — publisher of the Niagara Gazette and the Lockport Union Sun & Journal — and I went to the Niagara Falls restaurant for lunch this week...

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DELUCA: Gorge walk reveals delights of the lower river

when I was invited to join a walk through the gorge by the publisher of the Niagara Gazette and the Lockport Union Sun and Journal, John Celestino...

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Lunch at Frank and Teressa's meets expectations

So, when my new boss, John Celestino, publisher of both the Niagara Gazette and the Lockport Union Sun & Journal, wanted to try somewhere new for lunch...

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John presents digital marketing seminar to local businesses

James Neiss/staff photographer Niagara Falls, NY - Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino discusses services available to a gathering of local business representatives during the Gazette's Digital Marketing Seminar on Friday morning at Antonio's Banquet Center on Niagara Falls Boulevard

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Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino chats with table mates

Niagara Gazette readers Richard Deinhart and Bob Delgaudio toast as Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino chats with table mates...

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Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino and Business Manager Diana Henry chat with readers

Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino and Business Manager Diana Henry chat with readers during a Niagara Gazette sponsored breakfast at the Jetport.

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Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino chats with reader and retired Niagara Falls teacher Barbara Yandian

Niagara Gazette Publisher John Celestino chats with reader and retired Niagara Falls teacher Barbara Yandian during a Niagara Gazette-sponsored breakfast at the Jetport in 2017.

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EDITORIAL: Mission remains the same for the Gazette

Celestino arrives on the job with 30 years of experience in the newspaper business...

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Lamiaa Aly promoted to publisher of the Press-Republican

"Lamiaa has worked tirelessly to assure the continued success of the Press-Republican," John Celestino, regional executive and regional publisher for CNHI Inc. and previous publisher of the P-R, said.

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Staffers Embrace Idea of the 'Free Vacation'

Director of Advertising John Celestino says "it saved a substantial amount of money, and I have not seen a loss in productivity. I thought people would feel obligated to do it, but they love it. It seems like they wait for the announcement every year."

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2022 All-Stars shine bright

Appearing on the video from North of Boston Media group are: Christine "Chris" Wilt, Ad Hub manager; John Celestino...

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