Each October, hundreds of journalists gather in a hotel ballroom just outside of Harrisburg for the annual Keystone Awards ceremony.
For three hours, the PA Newsmedia Association celebrates the best in journalism in the commonwealth by handing out awards for reporting, writing, art, design, etc.
This year, TheBurg picked up 26 awards in total and, most importantly, received “News Organization of the Year,” one of just two news outlets in the state so honored. It’s the fifth straight year we’ve received this top award, which no other news company in Pennsylvania has ever done, according to records dating back to 1990.
My apologies for the obvious brag, but I’m so proud of our staff, both full- and part-time. Sure, I may lead the parade around here, but our reporters, writers, artists and other contributors truly make TheBurg what it is.
Speaking of our staff, I have what is, for us, a major announcement. For years, I’ve wanted to add a second full-time reporter to our staff, so I’m delighted to announce that Alexandra Jones will be joining us this month. There’s a good chance you’ll catch her at meetings, events and just out and about reporting stories. So, if you see her around town, please extend a warm welcome as she joins TheBurg family.
As it’s November, I have an annual reminder that TheBurg is not only a community news organization but a homegrown small business. As we enter the holiday season, we urge you to robustly support all the small businesses in the Harrisburg area. To help the cause, we always devote our November issue to “shop local,” hoping that folks will choose independent retailers over the big box, the national chain or the online behemoth. Happy shopping, everyone!
Lawrance Binda
Publisher/Editor
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