The VL Studios

04/22/2026

Here’s a first look at what’s coming.

We’re rolling out The Northern Voices v2 in waves over the next few weeks—and with it, a completely rethought approach to advertising and content discovery.

This update introduces:
• Homepage flyover ads
• Pinned event features
• Sponsored & highlighted articles
• Integrated placements within article pages

All designed to fit naturally into the experience—never interrupting it.

You can now use the Submission Portal to:
– Submit your articles
– Secure advertising placements early

We’re still refining the platform, so feedback is always welcome.

And for a limited time:
All advertising purchases receive 25% off automatically when your invoice is issued.

Take a preview of what’s ahead—and be part of the rollout.

https://www.thenorthernvoices.com/submit-your-story

04/20/2026

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05/01/2025

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