This press release uses a format that is generally accepted by most media. The release should be double-spaced. Keep it brief and in inverted-pyramid style: most important news first, secondary news next, etc. If the story runs on to a second page, identify your story in the upper left-hand corner. End the release with three # symbols bottom-center.
<date>
Contact: <contact information>
<release timing>
<HEADLINE>
<DATELINE>--The <family name> family regretfully announces that it will be leaving <name of area or city> as of <time leaving>. The <family name> home <location> will be <disposition of home>.
<details of move>
For more information, please contact <contact person> at <contact number>.
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