Globe Wins Big in Rhode Island Journalism Awards

The Boston Globe’s Rhode Island office claimed a record 34 awards from the state press association, including 14 first‑place honors. The ceremony, held at the Quonset O Club on Friday, celebrated excellence across a wide spectrum—from investigative pieces to social‑media storytelling.

Highlights

• Brown University Shooting Coverage
• Spot News: First place
• Photography: Second place

• Follow‑up series also earned top marks, showcasing the power of thorough reporting in a crisis.

• Business Journalism
• Alexa Gagosz’s deep dive into Prospect Medical Holdings earned first place, tracing the sale of two hospitals to a Georgia nonprofit and illustrating corporate moves’ ripple effects on local communities.

• New Media
• Rhode Island Report podcast: Best Podcast

• Sadie Layher: Third place for effective use of social media across Globe state‑specific accounts.

• Other Topics
• Immigration detentions, food safety, science writing, and community profiles all received top positions, reflecting a newsroom that listens to and informs its audience on many fronts.

Takeaway

The Globe’s haul underscores a commitment to investigative depth and community relevance. By covering everything from campus tragedies to local business shifts, the reporters set a high bar for state journalism.