Our Local Newspaper Receives Honors

Business

Our community papers (Merchandiser, Advertiser, Pennysaver and Community Courier) had a strong showing at the Mid-Atlantic Community Papers Association (MACPA) 2024 awards competition. MACPA is an association of publishers in Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.

Our 2024 awards include the following:

1ST PLACE

Community Service Section/Guide:
Southern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce

Timely/Themed Section or Guide:
Legacy & Innovation

Small Ad - Black/White:
American Legion Post 662
Salesperson: Justin Geibe
Graphic Designer: Wendy Stahl

Small Ad - Color:
Ebersole’s Vacuum
Salesperson: Paul Homick
Graphic Designer: Jeremy Knaub

Original Writing - News Story:
Hudson Rice Has A Heart For Helping
https://townlively.com/hudson-rice-has-a-heart-for-helping/
Writer: Jeff Falk

Original Writing - Feature Story:
Book Provides Meaning, Perspective To Unimaginable
https://townlively.com/book-provides-meaning-perspective-to-unimaginable/
Writer: Jeff Falk

2ND PLACE

Community Service Section/Guide:
Christmas in Manheim

Restaurant/Entertainment Ad:
C. R. Lapp’s Family Restaurant
Salesperson: Ina Bunnell
Graphic Designer: Jeremy Knaub

Original Writing - News Story:
Creating Blankets Of Comfort
https://townlively.com/creating-blankets-of-comfort/
Writer: Francine Fulton

Original Writing - Feature Story:
Yurick Hopes To Inspire Others With New Podcast
https://townlively.com/yurick-hopes-to-inspire-others-with-new-podcast/
Writer: Francine Fulton