PITTSTON, PA — WVIA recently announced it has received nine nominations for the 2025 Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards, including the nomination for Overall Excellence.

“This station-wide recognition underscores WVIA’s ongoing dedication to crafting high-quality, impactful programming that captivates and inspires viewers and preserves the stories that have shaped our region,” a WVIA press release reads.

The Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards celebrate excellence in television production across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and parts of Ohio and West Virginia. This year, WVIA’s nominations span a diverse array of categories, highlighting the dedication to storytelling, journalism and community engagement. 

“At WVIA, storytelling is at the heart of everything we do,” said Carla McCabe, president/CEO of WVIA. “Being nominated for the Overall Excellence award is an extraordinary honor. It speaks to the passion and purpose that drive our entire team. It’s incredibly rewarding to see their creativity and dedication recognized in this way. These nominations are more than accolades—they’re a reflection of our mission to serve the community with programming that informs, connects and inspires—for years to come.”

WVIA was nominated in categories such as short films, human interest, long-form content and technical achievements.

“At WVIA, we believe that storytelling has the power to connect and strengthen our region,” said Ben Payavis II, chief content officer. “These nominations recognize our ongoing commitment to serving as a trusted voice—bringing to light the stories that matter most to our communities and preserving the rich heritage that defines us.”

The winners of the Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards will be announced at a gala event on Saturday, September 20 at the Marriott Downtown Philadelphia.