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Courier wins at NYPA awards

News outlets from across the state gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of local publications, their reporters and designers, at the annual New York Press Association Awards.

The Queens Courier was honored to receive the Past Presidents’ Award for General Excellence in its division. Judges claimed the publication had crisp writing, a good mix of stories and a strong, dynamic use of art throughout.

Melissa Chan won third place in the Rookie Reporter of the Year category. A graduate of Adelphi University, Chan has been a reporter for The Queens Courier since September of 2011, originally covering the Howard Beach area before moving to northeast Queens.

“First place, third place, any kind of place — I’m just so incredibly honored and elated to be given such a prestigious award. There are not enough rooftops in the world for me to stand on and shout from right now,” said Chan. “There is so much talent within Queens, not to mention the entire state. I never in a million years thought I would get chosen.”

The Queens Courier also took home awards for advertising excellence, best special section cover and best real estate section.