Here at Patch we want to be a part of the community, but we can't be everywhere at once, so we need your help. Share your photos and videos from around town right here on Emmaus Patch. Whether it's a photo of your newly blossoming Christmas cactus, a video clip from the school play, or something more newsworthy like a photo of a car accident or a video clip from the school board meeting, we'd love for you to share it with the Patch community. Directions: To do so, select "Pics & Clips" from the main navigation bar. Once on the new page, there is a button to "Upload Photos and Videos." (Make …
Do you have the inside scoop on the goings on in Emmaus and Upper Milford Township? Is there a story out there that we aren't covering? Well let us know. By sending Patch a news tip, you can make the editor aware of a topic that he or she hasn't discovered yet, or simply let us know what interests you and the community. You can choose "Send us news tips" from the contribute box at the bottom of the page or "Submit a Tip" at the bottom of any article page. Either way will open a pop-up form. Enter your name and e-mail, and be sure to give us accurate information so we can get in touch with you…
If you're reading this, you're probably already familiar with Emmaus Patch. Emmaus Patch is almost two years old and has developed a large and loyal following in that time! Thank you! I want you to know that your continued support is appreciated, and I hope that you will want to get involved in the Patch online community by sharing your thoughts, ideas, photos, announcements and information with your friends and neighbors--directly. In addition to commenting on stories, did you know what Patch offers you lots of ways to do that? Here’s just one of the ways you can (and I hope will) become a …
If you have a passion for something – your job, your hobby, your family – then you should be blogging about it. Do you bowl, fish, garden, knit, shoot video, take pictures … are you a single mom, a single dad, an accountant with finance tips … do you have opinions on politics, education, crime … can you recommend a good book, explain how to do something better, faster, cheaper? Whatever you have to teach others, blogging about it has never been easier. And we will feature the best entries on the home page. How to Blog on Patch Sign in to your Patch account (it’s free, too) Click, Want to Blog…
Part of Emmaus Patch is our events calendar. We add upcoming events as we hear about them, but we don't know about everything going on in the community. So we need your help. If your church is having its annual picnic, let us know. If your son's soccer team is holding a fundraiser to raise money for new uniforms, tell us where to go to help. There's room for bake sales, yard sales, school events, concerts, lectures, government meetings, fairs and more in our calendar.Follow these steps to learn how to add your event, and help us fill our calendar. Select "Put an event on the calendar" at the …
Emmaus Patch is looking for local voices to blog on our site. We want people who can riff on a variety of topics, share their personality and engage the local communities in discussions. Patch is more than a news site, it's an online conversation about your community. And we want to hear your voice. Are you passionate about local issues? Do you want to share your newest recipes? Are you an expert craftsman or hobbyist who can share do-it-yourself tips? Are you a student who wants to share your college experiences with your hometown? Can you just make us all laugh? Do you love taking photos …
Membership has its privileges and by creating a free account on Patch, users have access to do an incredible amount of cool things on the site. This video tutorial shows users how to create an account, activate the account and log in. Watch the video to get step-by-step instructions on how to create an account. Remember the most important step is to activate your Patch account by clicking the authorization link that will be emailed to you. If you don't see that email in a timely manner, please check your spam folders, for some reason that email often ends up there. Once you create an …
Because Emmaus Patch is updated, on average, four to six times per day, delivering news, events, announcements, and more, and is your trusted local news source, it is a great spot to advertise. You can pick and choose the right custom ad in the towns you want, when and where you want it. The advertising team will provide you with your ad performance results on a monthly basis in person, and make recommendations that will enhance your campaign. Furthermore, all packages are custom fit for your advertising needs based on your goals and objectives. But why advertise online with Patch? You can …
Are you the proud parent, sibling, grandparent, friend or admirer of a student who's made the honor roll? Did you earn an awesome promotion, get engaged or married? Share the good news on Patch. Whether your kid got straight A's for the first time, you've become a black belt, your company is looking for interns or you have a volunteer opportunity, Patch is the place to let it be known. We have a category for almost everything (births, sports awards, religious occasions, thank you's, etc.), so feel free to post an announcement for just about anything. Make sure you're a registered user on …
When Patch launched in Emmaus a little over a year ago, editors and contributors ventured to local businesses to collect information for our directory. The result: Patch Places. Patch Places is the spot to find descriptions, hours, accepted payment methods and more for spots around town. You can even see what your neighbors think of a business before you try it or write your own review. CLICK THE PDF ON THE RIGHT TO PRINT OUT EASY INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO CLAIM YOUR LISTING --> But local businesses get extra bonuses when they claim a listing. Owners or managers can sign in and search for their …
