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NJPA Awards April 25, 2013

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Newspaper Contest 2012

Category W1

Responsible Journalism:Public Service

Lloyd P. Burns Memorial Award

W1: Responsible Journalism – Public Service –Lloyd P. Burns Memorial Award

Third Place, Weekly Under 6,500

Verona-Cedar Grove TimesStorms scares the lights out of people

When will power be restored?

Nursing home residents saved

Coming together in times of need

Cleaning up the mess

Maria KaridisManaging Editor

Andrew SegedinStaff Writer


Second Place, Weekly Under 6,500

Verona-Cedar Grove TimesAre police taking it too far?



First Place, Weekly Under 6,500

The Ridgewood NewsVillage picking up pieces after Sandy

Bonding over a shared experience

In face of storm, businesses stay open

District remains unsure of date for reopening

Internet tools help get the word out

Darius AmosLaura HerzogJoyce Venezia Suss


Third Place, Weekly Over 6,500

Northern Valley SuburbaniteMany agree rail line is needed in northern region

Traffic impact a concern

Rail's environmental impact remains in question

Mike CurleyNews Editor

Stephanie Noda Maxim AlmenasReporter Reporter


Second Place, Weekly Over 6,500

The Montclair TimesDistrict won't lower its standards

Passing grade is 60, not 70

See strength: Set standards high – and higher

George WirtMark Porter


First Place, Weekly Over 6,500

Cape May County Herald TimesSchool Mold Report Mum, Cleanup Done

Parents Report Mold in School

School Mold Still Sickens Some Pupils

Mold Monitors Will Scrutinize District Schools

More Mold Found in Elementary School

Deborah McGuireReporter

NJPA Awards

Better Newspaper Contest 2012

Category W2

Responsible Journalism:Editorial Comment

W2: Responsible Journalism – Editorial Comment


The Item of Millburn and Short HillsSay 'Cheese,' Millburn

That was one slick survey

Harry Trumbore



Roxbury RegisterThey've got to be kidding

Developer

Mike Condon



The Ridgewood NewsPlaying games

Keep voting in April

Edward VirginEditor



Ocean City SentinelWhy was it installed in the first place?

A simple solution to parking problem

David Nahan



Hunterdon County DemocratEach day counts

Renee Kiriluk-Hill



South BergeniteRenting to highest bidder is wrong

Newparks, new traffic study

Jaimie Julia WintersEditor

NJPA Awards


Category W3

Responsible Journalism: Enterprise

W3: Responsible Journalism – Enterprise


Waldwick Suburban NewsBusinesses prosper as Hispanic population burgeons

Jodi WeinbergerCatherine Carrera



The Ridgewood NewsWhere do parking tickets wind up?

Laura HerzogStaff Writer



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesAdding that special touch

Honoring teachers, strengthening literacy and giving from the heart

A tradition in Cedar Grove

Programs assist those abroad

40 years later, Vallone continues to give back to the community

Lillian M. Ortiz Maria KaridisEditor Managing Editor

Andrew Segedin Carolyn MasoStaff Writer Staff Writer



The Montclair TimesThe Montclair Film Festival

Gwen OrelDavid Clarke



Clifton JournalClifton's best chicken wings

Staff



South BergeniteDoes your police department reflect your community?

Post-Depression in South Bergen

Brian AndersonReporter

Michael LamendolaManaging Editor


NJPA Awards


Category W4

Responsible Journalism: First Amendment

Award

W4: Responsible Journalism – First Amendment Award


Verona-Cedar Grove TimesDiscount prescription drug program open to all




Verona-Cedar Grove TimesSounding off on marijuana reform




The Ridgewood NewsIt's not all howls for new dog park


W4: Responsible Journalism –First Amendment Award


The Princeton PacketTransition team taking shape in closed meetings

Attorney: Meeting was illegal

Newly selected transition task force ready to work

Victoria Hurley-Schubert



Union County Local SourceLegal bills mounting as Cranford endures Birchwood saga

Cheryl Hehl



The SandPaperGovernor Visits LBI, Addresses Concerns Climatic and Political

Michael MolinaroStaff Writer

NJPA Awards


Category W5

Reporting, Writing & Illustration:News Writing

W5: Reporting, Writing & Illustration –News Writing


Mount Olive ChronicleDummy hydrants fact of life

Phil Garber

W5: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – News Writing


Waldwick Suburban NewsA long road to recovery

Rebecca Greene



Bloomfield LifeFamily, friends seek answers

Jeff FrankelDan Prochilo



The SandPaperLBI Reels From Impact; Costs Could Reach $1B

Victoria LassondeStaff Writer

Eric EnglundStaff Writer

Juliet Kaszaz-HochStaff Writer

Maria ScandaleStaff Writer

W5: Reporting, Writing & Illustration –News Writing


The Bernardsville NewsSandy slams the Somerset Hills (series)

Staff



The Montclair TimesPandemonium

Dan ProchiloLinda Moss

NJPA Awards


Category W6

Reporting, Writing & Illustration:

Coverage of GovernmentArt Weissman Memorial Award

W6: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Coverage of Government Art Weissman Memorial Award


Leonia LifeLack of youth on LFD is worrisome

Officials consider red light cameras

Mid-day parking to be restricted

Raeshelle MiddletonReporter


Second PlaceWeekly Under 6,500

Bloomfield LifeDollars, cents and politics

Raining on their parade

Couple can no longer afford New Jersey

Jeff Frankel



Edgewater ViewOfficials to rebid project to renovate old Borough Hall

Contractor found for dredging project

High-rises coming to Edgewater

Svetlana ShkolnikovaReporter



SuburbanLongtime administrator terminated in Sayreville

Eicher discusses desire for 'a different direction'

Sayreville appoints new business admin.

Deanna McLafferty



Hackensack ChronicleResidents call for attorney's resignation

Residents keep pushing for televised meetings

Concerns about funds for city cultural center

Mark J. BonamoManaging Editor



Fort Lee SuburbaniteStreet plan promises safety for pedestrians

Group sues for COAH concerns

Affordable, special needs housing is approved


NJPA Awards


Category W7


Coverage of Elections/Politics

W7: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Coverage of Elections/Politics


The Ridgewood NewsLet the race begin: Six file for three seats

Six candidates make the final push

Aligned candidates sweep

Darius AmosStaff Writer

Joseph CramerStaff Writer



The Ridgewood NewsVillage voters meet with candidates

Candidates share some conversation with seniors

Hutton comments on contract talks




Verona-Cedar Grove TimesFull house for Gov. Christie

Whose money is it, anyway?

Full-day kindergarten defeated




The Montclair TimesSlates talk trash

A dozen days to go (vote)

It's all over but the voting

Linda Moss



New Jersey Jewish NewsTrenton Dem urges support for Rick Santorum

Letter, op-ed put ethnic fray at campaign's center

Deputy mayor's roots in Newark run deep

Robert WienerStaff Reporter



The SandPaper'We Are Stafford': Independents Band Together 'for the People'

Republican Council Candidates Share Their Plan for 'Moving Stafford Ahead'

Stafford Voters Strongly Support Spodofora Team

Victoria LassondeStaff Writer

NJPA Awards


Category W8


Coverage of Crime/Police Courts

W8: Reporting, Writing & Illustration –Coverage of Crime/Police Courts


The Messenger-PressCop charged in assault of woman, boy

Prosecutor: Cop diagnosed with brain disorder; bail cut

Trespasser dies in Upper Freehold farmhouse fire

Joanne Degnan



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesTestimony changes in recount of Verona murder

Scout leaders implicated in 'perversion' files

Woman charged with assaulting police officer at daughter's court appearance




Verona-Cedar Grove TimesChild abuse is 'everywhere'

$40k later, school board fights decision

Domestic violence: It's more common than some may think




Town NewsOfficials unite on message: Hate has no home here

Suspect charged after police 'put pieces together'

Police: Second suspect is 'instigator' in attacks

Bryan WasselStaff Writer



Hackensack ChronicleJury selection begins in Chief Zisa trial

Opening arguments, testimony set tone in trial

Jury finds Zisa guilty of multiple criminal counts

Mark J. Bonamo



The Montclair TimesShot dead on Mission Street

'So senseless'

Recalling a friend's last moments

Dan ProchiloTanya Shoudy

NJPA Awards


Category W9


Interpretive Writing

W9: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Interpretive Writing


The Ocean StarSquan, NJSIAA question Mabrey, Flaherty transfer

Greg DomorskiReporter



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesNJ pharmacies share patrons' info




Little Ferry LocalComplete devastation

Gov. Christie visits borough after Sandy

Students resume school after Sandy

Community helps one another in storm's wake

Council considers solutions, expenses

Karthik Aggarwal



South BergeniteHow armed is your town?

Kelly NicholaidesReporter




The Ocean City GazetteSouthend beaches getting smaller

Cindy NevittStaff Writer



North Bergen Reporter'The Gentle Giant'

Vanessa CruzStaff Writer

NJPA Awards


Category W10


Feature Writing

W10: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Feature Writing


The Item of Millburn and Short HillsDad was a spy: Millburn native recalls father's mysterious past

Tonya Johnson



Observer TribuneArt of comedy

Phil Garber



Glen Ridge VoiceIt was written

With its growing collection, Glen Ridge library begins a new era in a new home

Reaching out

Library endures floods, renovations

Erin RollStaff Writer



Ocean City SentinelThe Good War Hits Home

Eric Avedissian



New Jersey Jewish NewsTraffic and tradition mark a celebration of Talmud

Local participants 'dance for joy'

Johanna GinsbergStaff Reporter



South BergeniteWhen swine ruled the Meadows

Penn Station found in the Meadows

Prehistoric Meadowlands

Indians thrived in these meadows, while pirates took cover in them

Snake Hill – The stuff of legends

Kelly Nicholaides Brian AndersonReporter Reporter


NJPA Awards


Category W11


Column Writing

W11: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Column Writing


Verona-Cedar Grove TimesOften getting 'the word' wrong

Thankful for what was, what is

Nancy RubensteinColumnist



Chatham CourierThe gift that keeps on giving

Why I need witless protection

Pat Robinson



The West Essex TribuneChrissy's Column

Christine Sablynski



The News TranscriptWho is the real winner in message board mess?

Sandy was a heartbreaker

Mark Rosman



Hunterdon County DemocratMy gator and I just didn't click

The teen who destroyed Trenton

Rick EpsteinReporter



Suburban TrendsWhere do epiphanies come from?

Why is hearing a bell from Santa's sleigh so important?

Gene Myers

NJPA Awards


Category W12

Reporting, Writing & Illustration:Sports Writing

Portfolio

W12: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Sports Writing Portfolio


Verona-Cedar Grove TimesDePalma's road to the Super Bowl

The risk of the game

The road to redemption

Joshua JongsmaSports Editor



The Ocean StarO'Hara scores game-winning goal

Pt. Beach football helps out the town

Point Boro defense takes center stage




The Ridgewood NewsIt was more than a winning season for Maroons

Maroons catch 5th seed in county tournament

Maroons march to pair of state titles

Brian FarrellSports Editor



Clifton JournalNew home

Digging it

New

Chris Woolis



The Coast StarWarriors go all out for victory

Grogan finishes high school career with legendary effort

Seniors create a bond that can't be broken

Len BardsleyReporter



The Bernardsville NewsDoing it with style

Looking back at a great season

After Friday, nothing they do should shock anybody

Kelly Fenton

NJPA Awards


Category W13


Robert P. Kelly Award

W13: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Robert P. Kelly Award


The Ridgewood NewsGoodbye after graduation?

In face of storm, business stay open




The Secaucus ReporterLife-saving gift

Styrofoam ban sticks

Adriana Rambay FernadezStaff Writer



Mahwah Suburban NewsChristie meets and greets a whole lot of supporters

Mayor's political ad draws fire

Catherine Carrera



Pascack Valley Community LifeBill to protect service dogs awaiting senate vote

McCourt appointed acting superintendent

Lisa SpearReporter


Second Place,Weekly Over 6,500

IndependentArea schools teach the new three R's

Keyport businesses band together

Keith Heumiller



SuburbanOn Veterans Day, Sayreville focuses on all veterans

Personal devastation follows Sandy's destruction in Sayreville

Stella Morrison

NJPA Awards


Category W14


Investigative Reporting

W14: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Investigative Reporting


Verona-Cedar Grove TimesThe lost jewel of Cedar Grove




The Register NewsHow clean is the Delaware River?

Jen Samuel



The Ridgewood NewsSidewalk sign stirs debate




Community NewsMinutes show shift in council position on officer's lawsuit

Justin ZarembaReporter



The Ocean City GazetteDoes most of City Council have a conflict of interest in chamber deal?

Cindy NevittStaff Writer



Union County Local SourceThe very high price of public safety

Cheryl Hehl

NJPA Awards


Category W15


Arts & Entertainment Writing

W15: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Arts & Entertainment Writing


The Two River TimesArbitrage

Joan EllisReporter



Glen Rock GazetteRock DJ Pete Fornatale to tell the story of Woodstock

Richard De SantaStaff Writer



Waldwick Suburban NewsCouple tests water in TV's 'Shark Tank'

Jodi Weinberger



Hunterdon County DemocratMike and Gian, creators of the hit YouTube 'Dom Mazzetti vs.' videos, talk comedy

Renee Kiriluk-HillReporter


Second PlaceWeekly Over 6,500

The News TranscriptComic artist, writer garners serious acclaim

Jessica Smith



The Union City ReporterBach, Brahms, and Barber, oh my!

Dean DeChiaroStaff Writer

NJPA Awards


Category W16


Special Subject Writing

W16: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Special Subject Writing

Third PlaceWeekly Under 6,500

Glen Rock GazetteLanguage barrier is broken

Richard De SantaStaff Writer



The Ridgewood NewsChurch from the couch




Bogota BulletinHearing held for Tasca

Suspended officer gets public support

Tara Sharp testifies at disciplinary hearing

Judge recommends dismissal of officer

Council fires Tasca

Karthik Aggarwal



Community NewsTowns turning to social media to reach out to residents

Kristie CattafiReporter

Katherine MilsopReporter



The Current Downbeach '62 Storm Remembered

Staff



The Montclair Times"Winter Lights" series:

Flickering flames of eight holy nights

Dark night of the Solstice

Christmas is a time of renewal

Celebrating the holiday of the homeland

Gwen Orel

NJPA Awards


Category W17


Environmental, Health & Science Writing

W17: Reporting, Writing & Illustration –Environmental, Health & Science Writing


The Secaucus ReporterStyrofoam ban sticks

Adriana Rambay FernandezStaff Writer



Bloomfield LifeSchool district saves $260,000 in energy costs

Jeff Frankel



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesLocal boy contends with rare disease




Mahwah Suburban NewsIn search of sustainability: State initiative propels communities to put prosperity, planet and people first

Trudy WalzMarsha StoltzPhillip DeVencentisJodi Weinberger



Twin-Boro NewsCancer picked the 'wrong girl to mess with'

Erin Patricia GlynnAssistant Editor



The SandPaperSouthern Rams Charge to Remote Area Medical

Michael MolinaroStaff Writer

NJPA Awards


Category W18


Business & Economic Writing

W18: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Business & Economic Writing


Verona-Cedar Grove TimesNew Jersey gas rates soar above national average




The Messenger-PressVerizon hangs up on borough in tax dispute

Joanne Degnan



Edgewater ViewDaibes awarded $500,000 for housing project




The Montclair TimesNJTV and Montclair: Perfect together

Diane Herbst



IndependentKeyport businesses band together

Keith Heumiller



Northern Valley SuburbaniteBID feeling pressure from some

BID leadership takes concerns head on

Lack of details leads to BID budget vote delay

BID leadership submits new budget to council

Council approves Tenafly BID budget

Stephanie NodaReporter

NJPA Awards


Category W19


Education Writing

W19: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Education Writing


Ramsey Suburban NewsTalking the talks: Confidentiality no longer guaranteed

Marsha Stoltz



Hunterdon ReviewSchool Choice: Is it right for your district?

Camilla SomersNicole Alliegro



Leonia LifeStudents to get hands-on experience at Academies




Community NewsEPA tells parents that students are safe

Plant demolition completed near elementary school

Kristie CattafiReporter



Hackensack ChronicleSchool presents NJASK results

Jennifer Vazquez



Ocean City SentinelSchool lunch headaches

Separate lunch headache: USDA

School district lunch program swimming in red ink

Ocean City school lunch program still losing money

Mary Rudloff

NJPA Awards


Category W20

Reporting, Writing & Illustrations:

Fresh Approach to Routine Reporting

W20: Reporting, Writing & Illustrations –Fresh Approach to Routine Reporting


Verona-Cedar Grove TimesCGHS wants to know: Are you smarter than a fifth-grader?




The Ridgewood NewsVillage waits for winter's fury




Verona-Cedar Grove TimesHow much have proms changed?





The Montclair TimesPortable power generation

Gwen Orel



Suburban TrendsNot another doggone story

Steve Janoski



South BergeniteBattle of the e-book

Brian AndersonJaimie Julia Winters

NJPA Awards


Category W21


Graphics & Illustration

W21: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Graphics & Illustration


The RetrospectHow To Make Those Pumpkin Mummies

Mark ZeiglerArtist



The RetrospectLumber Yard Flowchart

Mark ZeiglerArtist



The Item of Millburn and Short HillsGood-bye, Barbara!

They screwed it up again?

Harry Trumbore



South BergeniteJune 14, 2012




South BergeniteDecember 27, 2012




Mahwah Suburban NewsBallpark figures: Let the games begin

Trudy Walz

NJPA Awards


Category W22


Headlines

W22: Reporting, Writing & Illustration – Headlines

Third PlaceWeekly Under 6,500

Glen Ridge VoiceShort fuses

Not just a pipe dream?

Getting testy

Erin RollStaff Writer



The Ridgewood NewsStudents can now cross that bridge

It's not all howls for new dog park

Wheels turning on Ken Smith lot

Edward VirginEditor



The Item of Millburn and Short HillsBees bug out after exterminator's snafu

T-Mobile puts town on hold

Check it out: trees are bar coded

Harry Trumbore



Twin-Boro NewsGoing for brokered? Can Chris Christie still get the GOP nod?

Forehead takes a browbeating from Botox

Hey Charlie! This 'Chaplin is no tramp'

Bill SlossarEditor



The Montclair TimesGood to Grow

Yes, we Cannabis

Inn Flux: Georgian hotel is sold

Dan Prochilo



Neighbor NewsIn a garden of eating

Students nail their assignment at Stickley Museum

Stanley returns in no time flat

Ellen Fox-Tamblyn

NJPA Awards


Category W23

Packaging the News:General Typography

& Layout of the Entire Paper

W23: Packaging the News –General Typography & Layout of the Entire Paper


Waldwick Suburban NewsMarch 29, 2013September 6, 2012

Trudy Walz



The Ridgewood NewsSeptember 14, 2012November 2, 2012

Staff



The Ocean StarSeptember 14, 2012November 9, 2012

Staff



The Coast StarSeptember 6, 2012September 27, 2012

Staff



South BergeniteJuly 12, 2012September 20, 2012

Staff



The Montclair TimesSeptember 20, 2012December 13, 2012

Elizabeth OgussKevin MeachamTanya ShoudyJoan Finn

NJPA Awards


Category W24

Packaging the News:Front Page Layout

W24: Packaging the News – Front Page Layout


Bloomfield LifeJuly 26, 2012September 13, 2012

Owen Proctor



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesSeptember 6, 2012July 26, 2012

Lillian M. OrtizEditor



The Ridgewood NewsMay 25, 2012September 7, 2012

Edward VirginEditor



The Montclair TimesSeptember 20, 2012December 6, 2012

Elizabeth Oguss



IndependentOctober 11, 2012September 13, 2012

Gloria StravelliKaren Kesten



Suburban TrendsNovember 4, 2012September 2, 2012

Matt Fagan

NJPA Awards


Category W25

Packaging the News:Editorial Section Layout & Content

W25: Packaging the News – Editorial Section Layout & Content


Leonia LifeMarch 30, 2012September 14, 2012

Erin Patricia GlynnManaging Editor

Samuel PassowManaging Editor



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesSeptember 13, 2012November 8, 2012

Lillian OrtizEditor



The Ridgewood NewsSeptember 21, 2012November 30, 2012

Edward VirginEditor



Mahwah Suburban NewsSeptember 6, 2012October 5, 2012

Marsha Stoltz



Pascack Valley Community LifeSeptember 13, 2012December 6, 2012

Kevin GlynnEditor



The Montclair TimesEditorial Section

Mark PorterJon RussoDave Astor

NJPA Awards


Category W26

Packaging the News:Feature Section

Layout & Content

W26: Packaging the News – Feature Section Layout & Content


The Two River TimesSeptember 28, 2012

Cyndy MernickArtist

Editorial Staff



The Ridgewood NewsVillage Life, August 3, 2012Village Life, Sept. 14, 2012

Deirdre Flanagan WardSocial Editor



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesEducation, June 7, 2012Education, September 27, 2012




Pascack Valley Community LifeCommunity Living, June 14, 2012

Kevin GlynnEditor

Kimberly RedmondManaging Editor



The Montclair TimesThe Montclair Times Arts: The Montclair Film Festival

Joan FinnDavid ClarkeKaren Diaz



Northern Valley SuburbaniteLife & Arts, September 13, 2012Life & Arts, May 3, 2012

Chris LangEditor

Erin Patricia GlynnManaging Editor

NJPA Awards


Category W27

Packaging the News:Sports Section

Layout & Content

W27: Packaging the News – Sports Section Layout & Content


The Ridgewood NewsMay 4, 2012September 14, 2012

Greg TargatliaAssistant Sports Editor

Brian FarrellSports Editor



Verona-Cedar Grove TimesSeptember 6, 2012Sports November 1, 2012




The Ocean StarSeptember 14, 2012October 19, 2012


Joyce ManserProduction



Clifton JournalApril 13, 2012September 14, 2012

Chris Woolis



Wayne TodaySeptember 13 2012October 18 2012

Nick Gantaifis



The Coast StarMarch 22, 2012September 20, 2012

Len BardsleyReporter

Sam CostantinoReporter

Joyce ManserProduction Manager

NJPA Awards


Category W28

Packaging the News:Special Issue

W28: Packaging the News – Special Issue


The Ridgewood NewsGetting to Know Ridgewood

Edward VirginEditor

W28: Packaging the News –Special Issue


The Two River TimesPaint the Town Pink

Cyndy MernickArtist

Editorial Staff



The Ocean StarNovember 2, 2012November 30, 2012

Staff



The Montclair TimesGameday 2012

Kevin Meacham



The SandPaperSpecial Edition: Hurricane SandyNovember 3, 2012

Staff



The Coast StarNovember 1, 2012November 29, 2012

Staff

NJPA Awards


General Excellence Awards

NJPA Awards


General Excellence AwardWeekly

NJPA Awards


General Excellence Award

Weekly Under 6,500

NJPA Awards


General Excellence AwardWeekly Under 6,500

Verona-Cedar Grove Times

Community Newspapers of North Jersey Media Group

NJPA Awards


General Excellence Award

Weekly Over 6,500

NJPA Awards


General Excellence AwardWeekly Over 6,500

The Montclair Times

Community Newspapers of North Jersey Media Group

NJPA Awards


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