At ContraCosta.news, our goal is to help our clients gain more attention, reach more people, and create more opportunities for their products and services. We take a comprehensive digital approach through our website, social media platforms, and newsletter.
We specialize in hyper-local coverage, offering Contra Costa County businesses a direct pipeline to the people who live and work within the county. Whether you’re interested in advertising placement, sponsored content, social media promotion, or a customized combination, we’re here to help you maximize your reach.
For all advertising inquiries, [email protected]
ContraCosta.news Business Club
Join the ContraCosta.news Business Club and bring Contra Costa County to your business for just $300 annually ($25/mo). By joining the club, it places you in our Eco-system.
Perks include:
- Business Directory Listing: name, category, city, website/socials, phone, short description (see directory)
- Event Promotion: eligible business can submit events for priority promotion in our weekly rundown.
- Business Club Roundup: inclusion in our weekly column highlighting “what is happening in your business this week”. This includes announcements, specials, promotions, new products, ribbon cuttings, hiring, press release, etc.
- Content Opportunities: members will receive priority for stories, profiles, social media, etc. Or, when a quote is needed for a story, will seek out members first.
- Advertising Discount —10% off display ads, sponsored posts, social promotions, or videos.
Advertise in 2026
Display Ads
Display ads are an effective way to build brand awareness and market your business. Multiple ad options are available and can be combined with content placements and social media promotion. We’ll help you design the right program to match your budget and goals. Traditional ad sizes (in pixels) include, but are not limited to:
- Banner – 720 x 90
- Bottom Banner – 600 x 300
- Box Ad – 300×300
- Tile Ad – 300×250
- Economy – 300 x 175
Social Media
Our social media platforms are a trusted, go-to source for news and information in Contra Costa County. Partnering with Contra Costa News is a fast, cost-effective way to reach thousands of local readers. We offer promotion on Facebook and Instagram, including:
- Photo posts
- Reels
- Video Marketing
Press Releases
One of the most economical and efficient ways to get your news published on our website is through a submitted press release — we can help you write it or simply submit it. Contact us for pricing… kidding, Press Releases are free, but if you want to leave a donation, that is okay too.
Newsletter
Each week, you have an opportunity to be included in our free weekly newsletter as a display ad, sponsored message or event promotion. The weekly newsletter focuses on upcoming events for the weekend and provides a recap of the weeks news. Pricing varies.
CONTACT
For all advertising inquiries, [email protected]
Note – the website is posted chronological order, which means the most recent story/post is at the top and each time something new is posted, posts move down 1 spot (rinse/repeat). All sponsored posts will be placed in the business section as its main category. Right of refusal: Contra Costa News reserves the right to refuse service to anyone, for any reason, at any time.