5 Ways You Can Contribute to Cleveland Heights Patch

You’ve already signed up for our newsletter. You check the site a few times a day for updates. You like us on Facebook, and you've discovered our special elections Facebook page. You follow us on Twitter.

So what else can you do on Cleveland Heights Patch?

Cleveland Heights Patch is more than just a news site — we’re an online community forum and bulletin board. But we need your help to make that conversation rich and complete. We need your contributions to best inform people about what's happening in Cleveland Heights. Here are just a few ways you can get involved.

1. Post an event or an announcement

If it’s happening in or near Cleveland Heights, we want to hear about it. Just remember — events and announcements can’t be used for advertising purposes. Businesses that want to promote their events or services should contact Ad Manager Joe Strailey. If you have questions, don't hesitate to contact Editor Michelle Simakis, who will walk you through the steps.



Do you have career advice to offer? Want to post the scores from last night’s little league game? Are you a longtime resident who wants to share your memories of Cleveland Heights? Write a blog post! I’ll read it before you post the entry for things like plagiarism, libel and spelling, but otherwise, your words will not be changed.

3. Share your photos and videos

Don't wait for us to ask you — add your photos and videos to existing stories or send them to the editor. We may even as the photo of the day. You can also include photos and videos in blogs, announcements and events. You may remember our . It would not have been possible with your contributions.

4. Claim your listing

We compiled (and keep adding to) a massive directory that includes basic information and photos about Cleveland Heights businesses and organizations. Merchants can claim their listings and add their own information and announcements to the page. It’s a great way for local business owners to interact with the community. Look for the information box below photos in the directory that says "Do you own or manage this location? Claim it!" and select "Claim it!" to get started.

5. Review local businesses

While you’re checking out our “Places” page, let us know what you think of area businesses. You can rate them using the stars at the top of the page or include a personalized review.