Tiesa (New York)

"Tiesa" (Lithuanian for "Truth") was a Lithuanian-language newspaper published in New York City from 1917 to 1985. It served as a crucial source of information and community connection for Lithuanian immigrants and their descendants in the United States, particularly in the New York metropolitan area.

The newspaper's content typically included news from Lithuania, both before and after its incorporation into the Soviet Union, as well as news of Lithuanian cultural and political life in the United States and around the world. It also featured articles on Lithuanian history, literature, and traditions. "Tiesa" played an important role in preserving Lithuanian language and culture within the diaspora community, particularly during the Soviet occupation.

Beyond news reporting, "Tiesa" provided a platform for Lithuanian-American writers, poets, and intellectuals. It published essays, short stories, poems, and opinion pieces, contributing to the development of Lithuanian-American literature. The paper also ran advertisements for businesses catering to the Lithuanian community and announcements of community events.

The closure of "Tiesa" in 1985 reflected broader demographic shifts and the challenges faced by many ethnic newspapers in maintaining readership. Despite its cessation of publication, "Tiesa" remains a significant historical record of the Lithuanian-American experience and a valuable resource for researchers studying Lithuanian diaspora communities. Its archives are often consulted for genealogical research, historical context, and cultural insights.