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Letter from the Editor: Happy First Birthday Matawan-Aberdeen Patch

Exactly one year ago today, Matawan-Aberdeen Patch officially launched as a hub for local news and information.

It was a hot, sunny Thursday morning exactly one year ago when the Matawan-Aberdeen Patch site went live.

I was sitting in the on Main Street in Matawan when it happened, and I repeatedly refreshed the page with nervous anticipation, wondering what the local residents would think of .

It seems that area residents are relieved to have someone they can rely on for information , for information , and to . Matawan-Aberdeen Patch has also been commended for our quick , regular attendance of and , and our dedication to on and .

Over the last 365 days, Patch has changed and grown. Our homepage , but our goal remains the same: To make your life ridiculously easy by giving you quick access to the information that is most relevant to you.

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As your local editor, I've tried my hardest to cover the stories . I've earned a reputation for ',' and it is the hope that Matawan-Aberdeen Patch is making a positive impact on the community that keeps me going.

I would like to offer a special thanks to all of our readers and contributors. Your dedication to Patch has been wonderful!

I look forward to continuing to serve the community, and as always I welcome all of your story ideas and constructive criticism. Please always feel free to reach out to me at chelsea.naso@patch.com or at 732-593-7186 (call or text).

What have you grown to love about Matawan-Aberdeen Patch over the last year? And, as we continue to be your community hub for news and information, what would you like to see Patch do better?

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howsthefam June 30, 2012 at 10:06 am
Happy Anniversary! I really appreciate this feature. I check in all the time. Thank you.
Wendy Trager June 30, 2012 at 12:35 pm
You are doing a wonderful job Chelsea!
Joe Carelli June 30, 2012 at 12:53 pm
Almost a year ago, I wrote "Thank you for covering local news. The APP and Star Ledger have all but abandoned us and are scratching their heads wondering why they are failing. " I feel the same way today. The Patch is the first place I turn to for local news. I don't always agree with what everyone posts but I still value their opinions and like to see what others have to say.
Mrs. B June 30, 2012 at 01:00 pm
I love it!
Herky June 30, 2012 at 01:34 pm
I visit the site daily, Great job you are doing for the community. FINALLY somewhere to find the news of Matawan. Happy Birthday Patch.
Joseph Iovelli June 30, 2012 at 02:51 pm
Chelsea:
Great Job. Keep it up, and Congrats!
Kathleen Ramunni June 30, 2012 at 03:44 pm
Congratulations Chelsea! You're doing a great job! (of course I knew you would!)
Mrs. Jones June 30, 2012 at 11:41 pm
Happy anniversary and keep up the great work. I love the email updates and check the website daily for the latest Matawan news. Thanks for all of your hard work.
Chelsea Naso (Editor) July 1, 2012 at 10:09 am
Thank you everyone!! The warm wishes are much appreciated!
charring55 July 1, 2012 at 11:49 am
Happy Anniversary!
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Just a short thought to get the word out quickly about anything in your neighborhood.
Share something with your neighbors. Write a new post... What's up? Make an announcement, speak your mind, or sell something
Allen Kuhn June 13, 2013 at 01:00 pm
In Matawan-Aberdeen Patch there is no date for the instalation dinner and the phone # for Linda isRead More not in service. Allen Kuhn - Right at home
Linda June 13, 2013 at 03:08 pm
The date for the installation is Tuesday, June 18th. Linda's correct phone number is 732-290-1125Read More Sorry for any confusion