THE BLADE News App

THE BLADE News App

by The Toledo Blade Company

85 ratings
76 reviews
Free
With Ads

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 5, 2011
  • January 8, 2026

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Access news and information from 14 counties in northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Stay informed about the region through comprehensive coverage available globally online.

Local news coverage
Regional information
Online accessibility
14-county reach
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What's New in THE BLADE News App

5.0

January 8, 2026

New design with improved navigation. Performance improvement and bug fixes.

User reviews

Love the new design!

New app design is great!

Local news is always relevant

I pay for online subscriptions to NYT, WSJ, Bridge Michigan and The Blade, but turn to The Blade first each morning because local news is most important to me.

Worst App I Have

The Blade Newslide is by far the worst performing app on my iPhone. Slow is being kind. It typically takes about 30 seconds for the app to open, way too long in today’s technology. I usually get through 3 or 4 stories and then it will freeze for another 20-30 seconds before freeing up again. That means it freezes up 5 or 6 times each day I read through the stories.
The news reporting is the same as it’s always been, not great but not bad. That’s not my issue. The Blade needs to find a team of programmers who can fix the problems!
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Difficult to use

Crashes repeatedly

I like the layout but...

I can’t seem to get all the obituaries to load. Seems like only 4 or 5 will show but when I jump on the other app I see them all.

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FAQ

What kind of news does this app provide?

This app provides news and information specifically covering 14 counties in northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. It aims to make information about this region accessible to a global audience.

What is the geographic coverage of the news?

The app's news coverage extends across 14 counties located in northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. This ensures a focused and in-depth look at regional happenings.

Is this app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is ad-supported. This means you can access the news content without direct payment, but advertisements will be present within the application.

Who is the target audience for this news app?

The app is designed for individuals who live in or have an interest in northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. It serves as a primary source for local news and regional information for these areas.