In turbulent times every one of us must be sure our company, whether a sole proprietor or a multi billion dollar corporation gets lots of positive publicity.
PR web, a very good service has a cost to it and they give you some help.
There are several free services, though, who distribute your press release, absolutely free.
Check out this website for the list of free sites that will release your press release for you.
http://dailyseotip.com/distribute-your-company-news-for free
I am finding these very helpful. Let me know if you do, too.