The Ragg-Times
The Riverbend Ragg-Times is published seven times per year by the Riverbend Community League and delivered by Canada Post to approximately 10,000 homes in the Riverbend/Terwillegar area.
The Ragg-Times relies on submissions for editorial content. We welcome submissions about exciting community events and the residents that make them happen. If you have comments or questions about The Ragg-Times, please contact our Editor.
See below for rates, specs and deadlines...
NEW! The Ragg-Times 2010 Media Kit — all the details advertisers need, from ad design and placement rates to mechanical specifications for ads.
| Editor | Sherri Henderson | 780-850-7535 | email: raggtimes (editor) |
| Advertising | Mary Wagner | 780-437-7108 | email: raggtimes (advertising) |
Next deadline for submissions is Fri. Aug. 13, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.
The next issue will be delivered (and available online) Wed. Sep. 1, 2010.
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Advertising Rates and Submission Details
- Submissions
- Rates
- Specs
- Deadlines
Submit Ad and Payment before 5:00 p.m. on Fri. Aug. 13, 2010
for delivery on Wed. Sep. 1, 2010.
- By email: to info@riverbendonline.ca or raggtimes@riverbendonline.ca
- By mail: to Box 21038, Terwillegar RPO, Edmonton T6R 2V4
- In person: at the Riverbend Community Centre, 258 Rhatigan Road East. Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – noon.
PAYMENT IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL DISPLAY ADVERTISING
Please make your cheque or money order payable to Riverbend Community League. No post-dated cheques, please. Include your name, phone number and address. A receipt and tear sheet will be mailed out to you upon publication.
2010-2011 Advertising Rates
| Ad Size | Measurements | Black & White Rates | Color Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full page | 10¼" w x 15" h | $ 620 + GST = $ 651.00 | $ 805 + GST = $ 845.25 |
| Half page - Horiz. | 10¼" w x 7½” h | $ 325 + GST = $ 341.25 | $ 420 + GST = $ 441.00 |
| Half page - Vert. | 5⅛" w x 15" h | $ 325 + GST = $ 341.25 | $ 420 + GST = $ 441.00 |
| Quarter page | 5⅛" w x 7½" h | $ 168 + GST = $ 176.40 | $ 220 + GST = $ 231.00 |
| Large Banner | 10¼" w x 3¾" h | $ 168 + GST = $ 176.40 | $ 220 + GST = $ 231.00 |
| Small Banner | 10¼" w x 2½" h | $ 115 + GST = $ 120.75 | $ 150 + GST = $ 157.50 |
| One sixth page | 5" w x 5" h | $ 115 + GST = $ 120.75 | $ 150 + GST = $ 157.50 |
| One eighth page | 5⅛" w x 3¾" h | $ 89 + GST = $ 93.45 | $ 115 + GST = $ 120.75 |
| Business Card | 5⅛" w x 2" h | $ 53 + GST = $ 55.65 | $ 69 + GST = $ 72.45 |
| Small classified | 25 words or less, text only | $ 11 + GST = $ 11.55 | N/A |
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Riverbend Ragg-Times is printed in black ink with spot colours (i.e. Pantone colours).
- Digital Files: If possible, please submit ads SIZE AS in grayscale or CMYK (no RGB). For optimum print quality and smaller file size, ads with over 25 words should be saved as PDF files with embedded fonts. If original logo or graphics are available as vector art (siuch as Illustrator or EPS files), please provide those files, along with fonts used, to achieve best print quality. With regard to artwork, scan photos to 200 dpi and line art to 600 dpi for output at 1200 dpi.
- Colour Requests: Specific spot colours (Pantone colours) can be requested, and the printer will work to match your request as closely as possible. Ads need to be submitted in black with one spot colour only. Process colour (four colour) ads may also be requested. An additional charge of $250.00 for process colour or $80 per spot colour will be applied.
- Hard Copy: If you wish to submit a hard-copy ad, please submit on good quality white paper printed at the highest quality print setting your printer will permit –preferably laser printed. Avoid folding or creasing your ad.
- WORD Files: Ads designed in WORD are difficult to place directly into the production file. They will be used for design reference only, and the Editor will recreate them. If you envision a photo or logo or illustration as part of your ad, please submit the artwork as separate files. If you would like some artwork, but don’t have any, the Editor can choose from a selection of Clip Art upon your request.
FUTURE DEADLINE & DELIVERY DATES:
| Deadline | Delivery Date |
|---|---|
| Fri. Aug. 13, 2010 | Wed. Sep. 1, 2010 |
| Fri. Sep. 17, 2010 | Wed. Oct. 6, 2010 |
| Fri. Nov. 5, 2010 | Wed. Nov. 24, 2010 |
| Fri. Jan. 14, 2011 | Wed. Feb. 2, 2011 |
| Fri. Mar. 4, 2011 | Wed. Mar. 23, 2011 |
| Fri. Apr. 8, 2011 | Wed. Apr. 27, 2011 |
| Fri. Jun. 3, 2011 | Wed. Jun. 22, 2011 |
| Fri. Aug. 12, 2011 | Wed. Aug. 31, 2011 |
Ragg-Times Archives:
April. 2010 Edition (PDF - 10.9 MB)
Feb. 2010 Edition (PDF - 10.2 MB)
Dec. 2009 Edition (PDF - 6.7 MB)
Oct. 2009 Edition (PDF - 6.1 MB)
Sept. 2009 Edition (PDF - 10.5 MB)
Summer 2009 Edition (PDF - 7.3 MB)
May 2009 Edition (PDF - 5.9 MB)
April 2009 Edition (PDF - 5.4 MB)
February 2009 Edition (PDF - 6.6 MB)
December 2008 Edition (PDF - 6.1 MB)
October 2008 Edition (PDF - 3.3 MB)
September 2008 Edition (PDF - 6.1 MB)
Summer 2008 Edition (PDF - 3.7 MB)
May 2008 Edition (PDF - 3.6 MB)
Mar. 2008 Edition (PDF - 4.4 MB)
