Integration and reorganization costs - Facility Consolidation Charges and Accelerated Depreciation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2022	Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2022
Restructuring Cost and Reserve
Consolidation charges and other restructuring-related costs	$ 7,287	$ 15,745	$ 19,414	$ 27,143
Facility Closing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve
Consolidation charges and other restructuring-related costs	4,736	4,108	6,610	10,146
Operating Segments | Gannett Media | Facility Closing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve
Consolidation charges and other restructuring-related costs	602	446	(861)	990
Operating Segments | Digital Marketing Solutions | Facility Closing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve
Consolidation charges and other restructuring-related costs	0	153	0	295
Corporate and other | Facility Closing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve
Consolidation charges and other restructuring-related costs	$ 4,134	$ 3,509	$ 7,471	$ 8,861