The farewell to Nizhny Novgorod journalist Igor Ponyayev will take place on August 19.

      On August 17, 2026, at 17:56 Society Former editor of the newspaper "Nizhny Novgorod News" Igor Vladimirovich Ponyayev passed away at the age of 64. The publication's team reported his death. His entire professional life was connected with journalism. Over the years, Ponyayev served as the editor-in-chief of the newspaper "Nizhny Novgorod Worker," as well as a columnist for the publications "People's News" and "Exchange."

      "His professional qualities, diligence, and determination were highly valued in the journalistic community. His demands on himself and the newspaper's staff contributed to its popularity among readers," colleagues noted.

      Farewell to the journalist will take place on August 19 at the Novosormovskoye Cemetery. The time of the ceremony will be announced later. The editorial team of NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" expresses condolences to the family and friends of Igor Vladimirovich Ponyayev. It was previously reported that in Nizhny Novgorod, colleagues said goodbye to Vyacheslav Sukhov, an associate professor of the heating and ventilation department at NNGASU. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod." When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+