To The Crookston Times readers,

It is with regret that CherryRoad Media announces the closing of The Crookston Times

Our company is dedicated to the preservation of community journalism. Since the purchase of our 1st paper in late-2020 to today, we have prided ourselves on our ability to fight the difficult battle that newspapers face in today’s digital society. Unfortunately, that battle cannot always be won.

The Crookston Times has struggled in recent years to find its footing in this community. Since purchasing The Crookston Times, CherryRoad Media has been unable to avoid financial losses every month. The paper was losing money when we bought it, and it continued to do so. We must now come to terms with the fact that we do not have a path forward to sustainability.

And we thank those who have supported us.

September 2022

Crookston Tennis Avenges Losses to Moorhead, Thief River Falls

September 13, 2022

Natalie Dillon Sports Editor The Crookston Pirate girls’ tennis team carried its success from the weekend into its home triangular on Tuesday, September 13, defeating… Login to continue reading Login…

Lawrence “Larry” Douglas Hanson

September 13, 2022

Lawrence “Larry” Douglas Hanson passed away early Monday morning, September 12 at the Villa St. Vincent Memory Care Unit in Crookston with his loving wife Nancy by his side. Larry’s…

Boys’ Soccer Unable to Score against Hillcrest

September 12, 2022

The Crookston Pirate boys' soccer team suffered a 0-6 to Hillcrest on Thursday, September 8. The Comets got out to a 4-0 lead after the first half with goals from Emil Boe, Abram Ness and Nathan Aanes.

Polk County Historical Society Pioneer Day

September 12, 2022

Pioneer Day has been making and serving fry bread for over 30 years. (Natalie Dillon) The Polk County Museum offered another tasty treat, Norwegian lefse.

Girls’ Tennis Finishes Busy Week 4-1

September 12, 2022

After a loss to Thief River Falls on Tuesday, the Crookston Pirate girls’ tennis team rebounded for four wins over a span of three days. Crookston 2 East Grand Forks 0 Paige Abrahamson and the No.

Pirates Lose Battle to Talented Trojan Team

September 12, 2022

The Crookston Pirate football team knew it would be facing a tough opponent in Barnesville on Friday, September 9. Despite their best efforts, Crookston fell 0-28.

September 12, 2022

The Fosston-Bagley- Crookston Seals swimming co-op dropped its home dual to Perham on Thursday, September 8 28-66. Chloe Boll led Crookston's varsity with 11 points.

Pirate Volleyball Swept by Sacred Heart

September 12, 2022

The Crookston Pirate volleyball team hosted the Sacred Heart Eagles on Thursday, Septmeber 8, resulting in a three-set loss. Sacred Heart won by scores of 25-16, 2517 and 25-12.

Golden Eagle Soccer 0-2 at Home

September 12, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston women's soccer team suffered two more losses at home this weekend, being shut out for the fourth straight game. MSUM 1 Crookston 0 Callyn Johnson scored a penalty kick goal in the 32nd minute to send Minnesota State University Moorhead to a 1-0 victory over the University of Minnesota Crookston soccer team.

Girls’ Soccer Faces a Setback

September 12, 2022

The Crookston Pirate girls' soccer team lost to Detroit Lakes 1-3 followed by a 2-2 tie against Walker- Hackensack-Akeley to end their third week of play. Detroit Lakes 3 Crookston 1 The Lakers took a 2-0 lead going into the half with goals from Swiers and Larson.