The Westmeath Independent was shortlisted for an award for Midlands TV NewsWinners of Local Ireland Media Awards announcedThe winners of the Local Ireland Media Awards 2021 have been announced. The Westmeath Independent was one of four finalists in two categories, Best Supplement and Best Use of Social Media. Local Ireland is the umbrella group for some 42 regional news titles. President of Local Ireland Declan McGuire said: “I am delighted that we were able to celebrate journalism excellence in our regional publishers in this way. “These annual awards are important and we at the National Lottery are delighted to be both associated with them and to confirm our commitment to local journalism through the sponsorship of the Local Ireland Media Awards for a further three years.”Chair of the Judges Áine Kerr of kinzen.com said: “At its very best, quality local journalism can engage, entertain and educate.

Source: Irish Independent December 02, 2021 13:07 UTC