How to Submit News, Obituaries, or Announcements to Pioneer Review

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Pioneer Review accepts community submissions through its website menu, which lists separate entry points for obituaries, news tips, letters to the editor, birth announcements, anniversaries, engagements, and classified or display advertising. To submit, open the relevant form from that menu and provide the details the form requests. The site does not publish submission deadlines, word limits, or contact email addresses in the available material, so confirm those directly with the publication before relying on a deadline.

Submission Options at a Glance

What you want to submit Menu option to use Typical content to prepare
Obituary Obits / Obituary Form Name, dates, family details, service information, photo if desired
News story idea or tip News Tips What happened, who was involved, when and where, how to reach you
Opinion or reaction Letter to the Editor Your name, town, and the letter text
Birth Birth Announcement Parents' names, baby's name and birth date, hometown
Anniversary Anniversary Announcement Couple's names, milestone, date, and background
Engagement Engagement Couple's names, families, and announcement details
Paid advertising Classified Advertising or Display Ad Ad text or artwork, run dates, and contact details

How to Submit, Step by Step

  1. Go to pioneer-review.com and open the main menu.
  2. Find the submission area in the user menu, which lists Obits, Submissions, and the individual announcement and advertising forms.
  3. Choose the form that matches your item. Use the Obituary Form for deaths, News Tips for story leads, and the announcement forms for births, anniversaries, and engagements.
  4. Fill in the fields with accurate names, dates, places, and contact information so the newsroom can verify or follow up.
  5. Submit the form and keep a copy of what you sent.

Expected result: your item enters the publication's normal review process. Pioneer Review does not state a confirmation or publication timeline, so if timing matters, ask about it when you submit.

Practical Tips for Each Type

  • Obituaries: Gather full names, birth and death dates, survivors, and service details before starting the form. Funeral homes often handle this, but families can submit directly.
  • News tips: A tip is a lead, not a finished article. Include the basics (who, what, when, where) and your contact information so an editor can follow up.
  • Announcements: Birth, anniversary, and engagement forms are designed for celebratory items, so include the details you want printed and any photo instructions the form provides.
  • Letters to the Editor: Keep to the point and identify yourself; editors typically need a name and town to consider a letter.
  • Advertising: Classified and display ads are separate from editorial submissions. Use the advertising forms and expect to discuss placement and cost with the publication.

Common Pitfalls

  • Using the wrong form. A news tip is not an obituary, and an obituary is not a classified ad. Pick the matching menu item so your submission reaches the right person.
  • Leaving out contact details. Without a way to reach you, editors may be unable to verify a tip or ask about an announcement.
  • Assuming publication is automatic. Submissions go through review; the site does not promise that every item will run or specify when it will appear.
  • Ignoring cost questions. The site mentions subscriptions and advertising but does not list advertising rates or submission fees. Ask about any charges before committing to a display or classified ad.

What to Confirm Before You Submit

Because the available site information does not cover deadlines, length limits, photo requirements, or fees, contact Pioneer Review directly through the channels listed on the site to confirm:

  • The deadline for the next print edition
  • Whether your item will also appear online
  • Any cost for announcements or advertising
  • Whether a photo can be included and in what format

For general context, Pioneer Review is a local community newspaper covering area news, people, and events, and its submission menu reflects that community focus.