[1] The PNA seeks to "advance the business interests of Pennsylvania news media companies" and protect the "free and independent press.

"[2] It represents Pennsylvania newsmedia interests in the legislature, provides public educational services, and acts as an information clearinghouse.

[1] In November 2012, the name was changed to the present Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association (NPA), "to better represent our membership and reflect the media companies that many of our members have already become.

[8] When merited, PNA presents the "Bill Northrop Award for distinguished work supporting freedom of information."

[10] The annual Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has "outstanding service and accomplishment spanning a career in journalism".