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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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Stockholder Meeting to Be Held on April 30, 2014.


THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY		Meeting Information
THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY		Meeting Type: Annual
		For holders as of: March 3, 2014
		Date: April 30, 2014	Time: 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time
		Location: TheTimesCenter 242 West 41^stStreet New York, NY 10018
	*620 EIGHTH AVENUE* *NEW YORK, NY 10018* *ATTENTION: CORPORATE SECRETARY*	You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company. Information on how to obtain directions to attend the Annual Meeting is available at http://TheTimesCenter.com.
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		Voting Items


The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following:

1.	Election of Directors

	Class A Nominees:

	01)	Raul E. Cesan
	02)	Joichi Ito
	03)	David E. Liddle
	04)	Ellen R. Marram

The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal:

2.	Approval of amendment and restatement of The New York Times Company 2010 Incentive Compensation Plan

The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal:

4.	Ratification of the selection of Ernst & Young LLP as auditors


		NOTE:		In their discretion, the proxies are authorized to vote on such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.

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*** Exercise Your Right to Vote ***

Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the

Stockholder Meeting to Be Held on April 30, 2014.


THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY	Meeting Information
	Meeting Type: Annual
	For holders as of: March 3, 2014
	Date: April 30, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time
	Location:	TheTimesCenter
		242 West 41^stStreet
		New York, NY 10018
*620 EIGHTH AVENUE* *NEW YORK, NY 10018* *ATTENTION: CORPORATE SECRETARY*	You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company. Information on how to obtain directions to attend the Annual Meeting is available at http://TheTimesCenter.com. This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side). We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting.
	See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

— Before You Vote —

How to Access the Proxy Materials


Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE:
1. NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING AND PROXY STATEMENT 2. ANNUAL REPORT
How to View Online:
Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com.
How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy:
If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request:
	1) BY INTERNET:	www.proxyvote.com
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* If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) in the subject line.
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		— How To Vote — Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods
		Vote In Person: At the meeting, you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares.
		Vote By Internet: To vote now by Internet, go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow available and follow the instructions.
		Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a proxy card.


		Voting Items


		The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following:
		1. Election of Directors
		Class B Nominees:
		01) Robert E. Denham		06) Brian P. McAndrews
		02) Michael Golden		07) Arthur Sulzberger, Jr.
		03) Steven B. Green		08) Mark Thompson
		04) Carolyn D. Greenspon		09) Doreen A. Toben
		05) James A. Kohlberg
		The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal:
		2. Approval of amendment and restatement of The New York Times Company 2010 Incentive Compensation Plan
		The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal:
		3. Advisory vote to approve executive compensation
		The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal:
		4. Ratification of the selection of Ernst & Young LLP as auditors


		NOTE:		In their discretion, the proxies are authorized to vote on such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.

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