8-K

UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549


FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934


Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 17, 2010


The New York Times Company
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

New York	1-5837	13-1102020
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

620 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York	10018
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:(212) 556-1234

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On February 17, 2010, Scott Galloway notified the Chairman of the Board of Directors of The New York Times Company (the “Company”) of his decision not to stand for re-election to the Board at the Company’s 2010 annual meeting.  Mr. Galloway will continue to serve until the 2010 annual meeting, which is scheduled for April 27, 2010.

A copy of the Company’s press release dated February 18, 2010, relating to these matters is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.  Exhibit 99.1 shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 (d)  Exhibits

Exhibit Number	Description
Exhibit 99.1	Press Release dated February 18, 2010

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

		THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY
Date:	February 18, 2010	By:	/s/ Kenneth A. Richieri
			Kenneth A. Richieri
			Senior Vice President,
			General Counsel and Secretary

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

The New York Times Company Announces Nomination for Board of Directors

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--February 18, 2010--The New York Times Company announced today that its Board of Directors nominated Carolyn D. Greenspon to stand for election as a director at its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 27. Daniel H. Cohen, a director since 2007, and Scott Galloway, a director since 2008, have chosen not to stand for re-election. The size of the Board will be reduced to 13.

“I am delighted to have Carolyn nominated to serve on our Board,” said Arthur Sulzberger, Jr., chairman of the Board. “As a fifth-generation member of the Ochs/Sulzberger family, she brings a deep understanding of our Company’s historic mission and its long-term business objectives.”

“I would also like to express the Company’s gratitude to my cousin, Dan, and to Scott,” Mr. Sulzberger continued. “Since 2007, Dan has served as a director with dedication and commitment. We are grateful for his vision and wisdom during these past years. Scott also has contributed greatly to the Company during his two years as a director. Both have played a critical role in the advancement of the Company’s strategic objectives in a challenging economic environment.”

Ms. Greenspon, 41, has been in practice for 18 years working as a psychotherapist with children, adolescents, adults and families. She worked for several years in management positions at McLean Hospital and is currently working in a group practice in Wellesley, Mass. In addition to her work as a therapist, Ms. Greenspon has a private consulting practice working with multigenerational family businesses and families who share substantial assets. Ms. Greenspon received a bachelor’s degree from Duke University in 1990, and a master’s degree in social work from Simmons School of Social Work in 1992.

The New York Times Company, a leading media company with 2009 revenues of $2.4 billion, includes The New York Times, the International Herald Tribune, The Boston Globe, 15 other daily newspapers and more than 50 Web sites, including NYTimes.com, Boston.com and About.com. The Company’s core purpose is to enhance society by creating, collecting and distributing high-quality news, information and entertainment.

This press release can be downloaded from www.nytco.com

CONTACT:
The New York Times Company
Abbe Serphos, 212-556-4425
serphos@nytimes.com