Five Ways to Get the Most Out of Patch

New Milford Patch has been around since December 2010, and we’re adding new readers every day. You already know you can come here for in-depth, comprehensive New Milford news—but do you know all of the ways to take full advantage of New Milford Patch?

From blogs to breaking news alerts to smartphone apps and much, much more. Here are five things every savvy Patch reader needs to know.

1. Get a daily digest of news and information

We understand, you’re busy. You may not have time to click on Patch several times a day (although we think it’s definitely worth it.) Get your daily news in a digest form with our emailed newsletters. Sent out first thing every morning, the newsletter gives you the morning news, weather, Patch Deal of the Day, community events and much more. To sign up, click on “Notifications” on your profile page, check the options you want and click save.

2. Find and share local events

When is the next government meeting coming up? How about wine tasting, charity event or concert? You’ll find it all on our Events page. Search by category or by day for what you’re interested in. Don’t be shy! Share your event with your neighbors. On the Events page, click on “add an event,” fill out the required fields and presto! Instant connection with your neighbors.

3. Let us know what you think, part 1

There are a lot of serious issues going on in town and our readers are not shy about sharing their opinions. Put those opinions into words and write us a letter to the editor. Email your letter to Local Editor Tracy Montgomery, tracy.montgomery@patch.com, and she’ll take it from there.

4. Let us know what you think, part 2

Remember that part about Patch readers not being shy? That much is clear from the lively back-and-forth in the comments sections. Log on to share your views on any article we publish (just remember to abide by our Terms of Service.) Want to take it a step further? Consider blogging on New Milford Patch. If you have something to say about town issues, we’re the place to blog.

5. Hear what your neighbors think

You can solicit your neighbors’ opinions with the Q&A feature. Click on “Q&A” along the top banner, type in your question and wait for other readers to weigh in. Again, remember to abide by the Terms of Service.

There you have it, five ways to maximize your experience with Patch. Check back on Monday when we show you five more ways you can use Patch.