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What You Need to Know About Patch

We've been around for eight months. But some people are just catching on.

Hopatcong Patch has been around for about eight months. But some people are just catching on. If you've been with us from the start, thank you so much. And if you're new, welcome! Here are 5 Things You Need to Know Today about Patch with our newest users in mind.

  1. Comment on an Article: We subscribe to the idea that "news is a conversation." Much of our reporting will emanate from what readers tell us in emails, comments on our sites and in conversations around town. Share your thoughts and reactions to our articles by posting a comment directly below each story.  
  2. Ask a Question: So maybe you want to know when that pothole is going to get fixed, or maybe you're a local expert on native trees just dying for someone to ask why their allergies are so bad this year. Patch's Q&A section is the place for you to ask your questions and show off your expertise, all while connecting with your neighbors. Visit http://hopatcong.patch.com/questions and ask a question, or answer someone else's.
  3. Post an Event: Do you know of a book signing at a local bookstore, a celebrity chef appearing at cooking store or an art exhibit at a local coffee shop? Is there a garage sale or graduation ceremony coming up? If it's not on our Patch calendar, it should be. Feel free to add events to our site at hopatcong.patch.com/events/new
  4. Send a News Tip: At the bottom of the homepage, there's a link that says, "Send Us News Tips." Tell us about stories we should cover. Your tip will be sent straight to Brendan Kuty, Hopatcong Patch's editor.
  5. Post an Announcement: Post births, engagements and wedding announcements. Tell us who made the honor roll or share school awards, social notes and thank you shout outs. If you're looking for volunteers or searching for your lost dog, we welcome you to call on your community for help. Just remember, our Terms of Service say announcements should be for personal use and not for advertising.


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