Baguio Midland Courier has folded up after 77 years of bringing informative and reliable information to its avid readers.

The community newspaper shared a copy of its final front page on Sunday, bidding farewell to its supporters.

"The management and staff of the Midland Courier under the Hamada Printers & Publishers’ Corp. wish to thank all our esteemed readers, advertisers, and supporters for being with us for the past 77 years," it said on Facebook.

The Baguio Midland Courier first announced on June 30 that it would be ceasing publication, noting it was a "difficult" decision. "The management deeply regrets any impact this may have on our esteemed readers, newsboys, supporters, contributors, and advertisers," it said.

The newspaper was founded in April 1947 and was a trustworthy source of information in Baguio and neighboring towns in northern Luzon.

It was founded by journalist-lawyer Sinai Hamada, his brother Oseo, and half-sister Cecilia Afable.

Philippine Press Institute executive director Ariel Sebellino said the newspaper's legacy "cannot be forgotten."

"Its long history of public service has made a significant dent to its readers and the entire community that values journalism as a key component to enriching the lives of Cordillerans where it matters the most," he said.

The City Government of Baguio has passed a resolution expressing its "profoundest appreciation" to the community newspaper for its contributions to their locality.