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NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts

NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts

Android Particle Media Inc.
4.6 Popularity

Addictive local news app for your community

System Requirements

Updated
October 1, 2025
Age Rating
Teen
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.particlenews.newsbreak

So here's my honest take on NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The coverage is really localized, which I like, and the interface is clean and easy to navigate. The push notifications are on point too - I always feel like I'm in the loop. The only downsides are that the free version has a lot of ads, and the selection of local stories can be a bit limited in some areas. But if you're looking for a simple way to stay informed about your community, NewsBreak is definitely worth a download.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of local news coverage beyond just the big headlines
  • Clean, user-friendly app that's easy to browse
  • Push notifications keep you up-to-date on breaking news
  • Free to download and use, no paywalls

Cons

  • Free version has a lot of ads that can get annoying
  • Local news selection is limited in some smaller communities
  • Doesn't have as many advanced features as some other news apps
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
4.6 /5
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Been using NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that gives you daily updates on what’s going on in your local area – stuff like breaking news, weather alerts, trending stories, and more. Pretty solid if you wanna stay in the loop about your community.

Here’s what you can do: you can browse headlines, read full articles, and get push notifications for big stories. And there’s also a feature where you can follow topics and locations that interest you, so you only see the news that matters to you. And if you’re like me and you like to be in the know, the live updates are super handy.

Look, if you’re into local news and community stuff, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying if you don’t pay – but overall it does the job of keeping you informed about your neighborhood. Worth checking out for sure.

User Reviews

A Google user October 9, 2025

Great app EXCEPT they need to figure a better way to have advertisements on their app. I can NOT read a single article without an ad blocking what I'm reading....

Brandon Lett October 9, 2025

Too many ads.??? It's crazy how many(ads) there are they cover the articles most of the time. The "X" to close is too small, so you end up clicking another...

BloodRose Reviews (Beverly Crowder) October 9, 2025

Not recommended at all! Most of the time I try to read an article or search for one that I really wanna read, it takes me somewhere else or constantly...

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