Press Releases
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Here's how to write a press release:
Getting news and information into the newspaper often requires writing a press release. Here are some tips for doing that well:
Getting news and information into the newspaper often requires writing a press release. Here are some tips for doing that well:
Provide the basics:
Every press release should answer the Five W’s – Who, What, When, Where and Why.
Every press release should answer the Five W’s – Who, What, When, Where and Why.
Be specific:
For events, tell exactly what is planned and who is invited. For announcements, tell what happened and when, to whom and why it is important.
For events, tell exactly what is planned and who is invited. For announcements, tell what happened and when, to whom and why it is important.
Be complete:
Don’t forget to include the time, date, place and directions, and cost, if applicable. Try to include everything the reader needs to know.
Be concise:
If possible, keep the press release to a single page or less.
Be factual:
Provide information, but have fun. Readers love to see a lively, creative article.
Be timely:
To publicize an event, send the press release to the newspaper at least two weeks in advance. For an announcement or similar type of news, send the press release when the news has just happened, not weeks or months later.
Provide contact Information:
Include contact information, such as your phone number and e-mail address.
A sample press release:
Title:
PRESS RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Jane L. Doe at 508-555-5555.
Happy Mothers To Host Benefit Supper
WORCESTER — The Happy Mother’s Club will host a ham and bean supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Congregational Church, 22 Walnut St. Proceeds will benefit the club’s charitable program. The menu will include baked ham, homemade baked beans, potato salad, cole slaw, steamed brown bread and pudding. Tickets are $7.50; $4 for children 5 to 12; free for children 4 and under. Come see the kids "Dunk their Dad's" in an ice cold Water Tank!
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