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Press release in New York City, NY
A press release for a New York City business only works if there is actual news. Hank will write from the facts you provide, in a plain, sendable format.
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Why it matters in New York City
Press release for a New York City business has to work in the context of a five-borough mix of global industries and dense neighborhood commerce. Around the Bronx and Staten Island, customers also come in from New Rochelle and other nearby places, like a packed holiday week in Midtown or a quieter midsummer weekend in some neighborhoods. LocalHank delivers the work online, and a real person reviews every order.
People in New York City are quick to tune out generic copy. Plain, specific writing that names Manhattan and the actual offer tends to land better than big claims.
Who orders this around New York City:
- A professional office that was asked for a release and has only rough notes
- A cafe in Staten Island opening, moving, or launching a real new offer
- A New York City business with a genuine milestone and no time to write it up
Hank's tip: Be ready with the date, the location, and one real quote from a person who agreed to be quoted. A New York City editor will notice a vague release.
Service area: New York City businesses in Staten Island, Downtown Brooklyn, and Manhattan, plus nearby communities such as Yonkers, New Rochelle, and Newark. All work is delivered online, so there is no office visit.
Compare packages
| Basic | Standard | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $295 | $545 | $895 |
| Delivery | 24 hours* | 2 days | 3 days |
| Revisions | 3 revisions | As listed | As listed |
| 1 press release (about 400-600 words) | Yes | — | — |
| 3 revisions | Yes | — | — |
| A short email pitch draft | Yes | — | — |
| Word and PDF | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Press release plus a short boilerplate | — | Yes | — |
| A tighter headline and quote pass | — | Yes | — |
| A social announcement blurb | — | Yes | — |
| Everything in Standard | — | — | Yes |
| A second, shorter version for a different audience | — | — | Yes |
| A fact sheet | — | — | Yes |
After you order: what to send Hank
- The news, date, and why it matters
- Named quotes, if any, with permission
- Facts, numbers, and claims we may use
- Where you plan to send it
You'll get an intake email with an upload link right after checkout. The clock starts when your files arrive.
Sample work
Portfolio samples for press release are being added. Want to see examples before you order? Ask Hank and we'll send some.
Press release in New York City: FAQ
Will you get this published?
No. We write the release. Media pickup is not guaranteed, and pitching outlets is not included unless we agree on a separate project.
Can you write for one borough or neighborhood, not the whole city?
Yes. Tell us the exact area you serve so we do not over-claim.
Can a professional office in the Bronx order this?
Yes. A professional office is a good fit for the press release package. Order online, send the items on the intake list, and the finished work comes back by email. No in-person meeting is needed.
Do you also serve customers coming from Long Island City?
Yes, if that is part of how your New York City business actually works. Tell us in the intake, and we can name Long Island City on the materials or profile copy where it belongs. We will not add towns you do not serve.
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