Hon. George Mentz JD MBA CWM – Author – Lawyer – Education Pioneer – Good Will Ambassador

 

Newspapers & Media Assets – Commissioner George Mentz, Esq.

Hon. Comm'r George S. Mentz, JD MBA CILS CWM, is the owner, founder and publisher of both New York Gazette® Est 1725, The Boston Newsletter.com Est 1704,   New York Free Press ™  and the Magazine of Wall Street MagazineofWallStreet.com Est. 1907 — which are historic and independent media outlets devoted to free expression, thoughtful commentary, and the advancement of public understanding of business, culture, and world affairs.

The New York Gazette ® is the oldest news brand in New York USA according to government sources in New York: The Early History of Newspaper Publishing in New York State | NYSL 

A Tradition Reborn - New York Gazette - Magazine of Wall Street - New York Free Press

The New York Gazette ® name dates back nearly three centuries to the first newspaper published in colonial New York. Reviving that legacy in the digital age, George Mentz relaunched the title as NewYorkGazette.com, combining the spirit of early American journalism with today’s multimedia technology and global reach.

Through the New York Free Press, Mentz extended that mission even further in 2010  — creating a space for hot topics, investigative thought, and independent voices that challenge the polarization of old media.

Mentz also reestablished the Magazine of Wall Street ™ which was founded in 1907 and is the oldest financial journal in the USA.  Magazine of Wall Street - Oldest Wall Steet Analyst USA Newspaper  MagazineofWallStreet.com

Mentz also owns the brand BostonNewsletter.com which may be the oldest newspaper in the USA Territories - Boston Newsletter Est 1704 The Boston News-Letter, founded April 24, 1704, is the first newspaper ever established in the American colonies.
It was published by John Campbell, the postmaster of Boston, and printed by Bartholomew Green.  The government in the USA still referneces the Boston Newsletter as the oldest in the country. US Census 1880v8-02.pdf   (U.S. National Park Service) & https://newspapers.library.in.gov/?a=d&d=GH19190220-01.1.2 

That makes The Boston NewsLetter  (1704) the oldest in America for the following reasons

  • First founded newspaper in what became the United States.
  • The first publication to bear the word “News” in its title.
  • The origin of all later American newspaper publishing traditions.

Mentzinger Media LLC Leadership & Vision

A lawyer, professor, and author with over 25 years of global business and legal experience, Commissioner Mentz serves in public office and has worked across the fields of law, education, and economics. His goal for both publications is simple yet ambitious: to protect intellectual liberty, encourage excellence in journalism, and foster civility in public discourse.

Under his direction, The New York Gazette, Magazine of Wall Street, the Boston Newsletter,  and NY Free Press feature articles on: Policy, business, and markets, Arts, science, and culture, Leadership, ethics, and innovation, Global diplomacy, faith, and society

Each platform seeks to balance freedom of thought with editorial integrity — continuing New York’s proud heritage as a beacon of independent press.

Integrity and Independence

The New York Gazette®, Magazine of Wall Street ™, Boston News Letter,  and New York Free Press™ operate independently, free from corporate or political influence. Mentz’s lifelong belief is that journalism must serve readers, not special interests. Every publication  under his leadership adheres to rigorous ethical and professional standards of research.

Other Media Assets

Mentz also owns the rights to the: batonrougegazette.com which was a newspaper founded in 1819 and the
newyorkweeklyjournal.com The New York Weekly Journal was first published on November 5, 1733 under printer John Peter Zenger  and owns the oxfordlawjournal.com

About George Mentz

  • Commissioner, Government Service: Mentz has served on U.S. federal and municipal commissions, contributing to education and civil service reform.

  • Educator & Author: He has taught over 300 courses in law and business worldwide, and is recognized for his leadership in global professional certification standards.

  • Media and Public Voice: Through his writings, speeches, and editorial projects, he promotes freedom, opportunity, and cross-cultural understanding.

Trademark and Publication Rights

New York Gazette® and New York Free Press™ are owned and operated by George S. Mentz LLC and associated entities. The Gazette’s registered mark and the Free Press’s trade name are used under legal authorization and remain protected by applicable national and international laws.


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