Sending a Student To Rutgers? Use Patch to Stay Informed of Area Info

It's nearing the weekend where the Rutgers community returns to New Brunswick, and the campuses will be brimming with activity yet again.

To better equip yourself as a student around town, or as a parent looking to keep tabs on what is happening in the area while your child is at school, consider signing up for the New Brunswick Patch newsletter!

Updated daily with new stories, announcements and events, Patch contains information on city governance, local crime reports, Rutgers sports and events, people to know around New Brunswick and a slew of other information that is important to city residents.

New Brunswick Patch is also home to an extensive database of businesses, restaurants and bars, entertainment spots, medical facilities, and government offices around the city, complete with hours of operation, photos, payment methods and notes on the nearby parking situation.

To sign up your college-bound student or yourself, simply visit New Brunswick Patch, and click on the "Follow this Patch" link at the top right of the page. You'll receive a daily report of major stories around the New Brunswick area.

Additionally, Patch also has mobile apps for those constantly on the go.

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And again, both apps are totally free.

Good luck to incoming and returning Rutgers students! We hope to see you around town this school year!