QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) – One of New York City’s most iconic bars is honoring PIX11’s very own reporter, Magee Hickey.

Neir's Tavern, the city's oldest bar in Woodhaven, Queens, has been the go-to spot for lively nights for nearly 200 years, connecting generations of New Yorkers.

Now, they are recognizing the work of our very own PIX11 News reporter. Magee is receiving the Neir’s Tavern Ruschell Boone Legacy Award, which is named after the late NY1 reporter Ruschell Boone.

The award recognizes objective city reporting by journalists who cover New York’s news.

Magee has been a dedicated reporter at PIX11 News for the past 14 years. She has covered the biggest stories in the Big Apple for more than 25 years.

Watch the video player for the full interview.

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