Welcome to Brecksville Patch

Thanks for visiting Brecksville Patch, your new source of online news and information about the city of Brecksville. You're probably wondering what this is all about. 

Well, you're in luck. I'm the editor, Rachel Abbey, and I'm hoping that Brecksville Patch becomes your No. 1 way to learn about what's happening in your city. 

Need to find the number for your favorite restaurant? You can find it in our comprehensive city directory. Want to see what's happening this weekend? Peruse our events calendar. Want to let everyone know your son is getting married or that your daughter graduated from college? We'd be happy to help you spread the news in our announcements section. 

Speaking of news, Brecksville Patch will be updated seven days a week with stories, videos and photo galleries.  If it matters to you, the residents of Brecksville, then it matters to Brecksville Patch. 

My office is your city, and you won't have a hard time finding me. In between and City Council meetings, you can find me at the , or . It's likely I'll be typing away on my laptop, working on that afternoon's updates. You can also give me a call anytime at 440-292-7245 (a mobile office means a mobile phone, so if you have to leave a message, I'll get it as soon as I'm free) or send a quick e-mail.

You can also follow us on Twitter @BrecksvillPatch (yes, we're missing the "e" at the end of Brecksville –Twitter only allows so many letters!) or Facebook. 

And you can log in to comment on stories and upload your own photos, events and news tips.

I'm looking forward to getting to know your city. I understand the value of local news, of knowing what's going on down your street and at the school around the corner. News should be more than just what's happening statewide or nationwide. 

If you see me around town, introduce yourself and let me know what matters most to you. I hope to meet each and every one of you.