In accordance with the teachings of the present invention, a method and apparatus for providing a priority email alert is presented. Email is received in a mail server. Using a priority method, the email is identified as a priority email. The email is then forwarded using a telephone line or a radio frequency interface to an end user. Using the radio frequency interface the email is forwarded to a television or a portable wireless device. The television and/or portable wireless device is then operated to generate a visual or audible alert. The alert notifies the end user that a priority email is available for viewing.