Submit A Letter To The Editor
Want to speak up for Marblehead? A letter to the editor is one of the best ways to share your perspective, reach your neighbors, and help shape the conversation on important local issues.
At most papers, the publishing of letters is at the editor’s discretion. Sometimes they receive more than they have space to run, so the letter will run on their website but not in the print paper. Most outlets won’t publish unsigned or unverified letters (so be prepared for them to call or email you to verify that the letter is, in fact, yours).
Where to send letters
Marblehead Current
Email: info@marbleheadnews.org
Letters Deadline:
Noon on Fridays for the following week’s paper
Guidelines:
marbleheadcurrent.org/submissions
500 words or fewer
Must be a Marblehead resident
Include your full name, Marblehead street name (not full address) and phone number for verification
Marblehead Weekly News
Email: sophia@itemlive.com
Letters Deadline:
End of day Monday for that week’s paper
Guidelines:
marbleheadweeklynews.com/editorial-practices
Ideally 300 words or fewer
Letters should be clear, well written, and focused on local issues
Tips for getting published
Keep it short (300 words is a good target)
Focus on one point or theme
Make it personal and local
Be ready to source any claims you make
Be respectful and factual: write like you’re speaking to a neighbor
Submit early!
Letter template
Subject: Letter to the Editor: [Your Topic]
To the Editor:
[State your point clearly.]
[Share why it matters to Marblehead.]
[Close with a takeaway or call to action.]
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Street Name, Marblehead]
[Phone Number]