Each year, the New England Newspaper Hall of Fame honors the talent, hard work, and exceptional accomplishments of extraordinary individuals working in New England newsrooms. Their dedication to the craft inspires journalists across our region.
The 2026 honorees were:
- Jackie Majerus, Youth Journalism International, Auburn, Maine
- Steve Milone, North of Boston Media Group, North Andover, Massachusetts
- Lawrence “Poody” Walsh, Eagle Times, Claremont, New Hampshire
Who’s Eligible
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Nominees should be people who have made extraordinary contributions to their newspaper(s), the newspaper industry, and their communities.
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NENPA membership is not required.
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Individuals from any area of newspaper operations are eligible—editorial, advertising, circulation, production, administration, etc.
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Active, retired, and posthumous nominations are welcome.
How to Nominate
Nominations are closed now, but when they are open, nominators are asked to submit a letter of nomination describing your nominee’s achievements and why they merit induction into the Hall of Fame. Include any supporting materials—testimonials, work samples, clippings, links, or other documentation that strengthen the nomination.
Send Your Nomination
Email: l.conway@nenpa.com
Please use “Hall of Fame” in the subject line.
Mail:
New England Newspaper Hall of Fame
c/o New England Newspaper & Press Association
P.O. Box 2505
Woburn, MA 01801
For questions or more information, contact Linda Conway, NENPA executive director, at (781) 281-7648 or l.conway@nenpa.com.
