Patch Launches Hyperlocal News Platform in Miami, Florida
Veteran journalist Paul Scicchitano named editor of Miami Patch
MIAMI, Dec. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Patch, the hyperlocal news platform with a presence in over 1,200 communities nationwide, has announced its launch today in Miami, FL. The Miami Patch, led by veteran journalist Paul Scicchitano, features in-depth coverage of neighborhood news and events.
Following a soft launch last year, the Miami Patch is now equipped with updated user-generated content features, giving community members the ability to post events, stories, images and content feedback.
In recent weeks, the Miami Patch has reported on Art Basel, one of the largest art shows in the country, and was on hand as new trains were rolled out as part of a $300 million Metrorail upgrade. Other recent coverage includes the complete guide to celebrating New Year's Eve in Miami.
"We cover the big stories, but we also cover smaller stories that are important to the community. We want people in the Miami area to feel that they have a voice on Patch," says Scicchitano.
Scicchitano has been reporting for more than 35 years, writing for The Washington Post, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Newsmax and Army Times. His coverage of the U.S. invasion of Panama earned him a nomination for a Pulitzer Prize.
Users can sign up on their local Miami Patch to receive an email newsletter that sends the latest news to readers, as well as breaking news alerts. A new Patch app featuring a one scroll feed for following multiple locations and other design enhancements was launched last week on iOS, with an Android version coming soon.
Patch has a presence in all 50 states with 157 full-time employees, including 46 reporters hired this year.
Patch generates revenue through a combination of direct advertising for national brands and local businesses, as well as programmatic sales. Small businesses and users can also target local customers with Patch's self-service advertising products.
To view the new Miami Patch, visit this link: https://patch.com/florida/miami
About Patch
Patch is a hyperlocal platform that currently serves 1,200 communities, towns and cities across the U.S. Known affectionately as "The Patch" by its users, Patch is the go-to destination for hyperlocal news and discussion about your community. If it's happening in your town, you'll read about it on the Patch. www.patch.com
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