The Connecticut Press Club, founded in the 1970s, is comprised of writers, editors, authors and other media professionals. Each year media outlets throughout the state are invited to submit pieces of their published work in a variety of categories. In January, the Drummer submitted 15 articles written by its volunteers in 2024 for consideration—and in April were notified that 12 of its writers received awards.
The Drummer has entered the press club’s competition for five years and its writers have consistently won across multiple categories. This year is a record with 12 winners!
The chair of the Citizens for a Better Granby Board of Directors, Kathy Norris, says, “We deeply appreciate the generosity of our community members who research and write for the Drummer. I’m excited to see so many contributors recognized by the Connecticut Press Club.”
The winners will be recognized in upcoming issues, according to Jen Bell, managing editor, who adds, “The Drummer’s mission is to educate and inform readers about issues that affect Granby, and we are fortunate to have so many talented community members who are willing to write on a variety of topics. Many of our writers are involved in other activities in town and supply information and updates while others tackle issues they are concerned about. Having 12 of our writers recognized by the Connecticut Press Club is a testament to the caliber of our content.”
Interested in writing for the Drummer? Send Jen Bell an email at editor@granbydrummer.org