Schneps Media and Anton Media Group are pleased to announce its staff members received five Press Club of Long Island’s (PCLI) Annual Media Competition Awards, including one PCLI special award, the Bob Greene Public Service Award for most impactful column on Long Island in 2023.
“Congratulations to all who were a part of the contest submissions and to the winners—you are an amazing group and inspire all of us,” publisher of Anton Media Group Angela Susan Anton said.
The awards were announced at a dinner and ceremony at Fox Hollow Country Club on Thursday, June 13, an annual event attended by local print, television, radio and student journalists and art designers.
Below are the pieces Anton Media Group took home awards for:
Bob Greene Public Service Award
Managing Editor Christy Hinko for Long Island Veterans Bulletin, nominated by the Museum of American Armor Museum in Old Bethpage for a column on Long Island that is making an impact in 2023.
Newspaper Front Page Layout—First Place
Art Director Alex Nuñez and Managing Editor Christy Hinko for the “Springtime Picnic Ideas” cover of Port Washington News
Newspaper Front Page Layout—Second Place
Art Director Cathy Bongiorno for “Upcycle Your Way To A Luxurious Home” cover of Port Washington News
Newspaper Front Page Layout—Third Place
Production Designer Christina Dieguez for “A Look At the History and Inspiring Art of Merillon Station” cover of Nassau Illustrated News
Magazine Cover Design—Second Place
Art Director Alex Nuñez for “North Shore Dining Excellence” of Port Washington News
Narrative Humor—Second Place
Columnist Paul DiSclafani for “Are You Ready For Human Composting” in Nassau Observer
PCLI is a professional chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. The organization is devoted to protecting and advocating for first amendment rights, furthering ethical standards and providing ongoing training for members.
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