PHOTOS: Happy Birthday North Branford Patch!

Whether it's a , a pastry shop grand opening, an or a , Patch has been there, camera and bright green pen in hand, to tell North Branford all about it.

For the last year, editor , local reporters and community contributors have worked together to connect fellow residents to everything from to the newest spot for a , allowing readers to directly interact with writers and submit their own content. 

Readers can share news in , post on the calendar or share a passion or thoughts in our .

The hyperlocal news provided by Patch media, conceived in 2007 and acquired by AOL in 2009, currently serves more than 500 communities across the United States and that number is growing.

Fueled by a seasoned arsenal of professional journalists as well as young graduates, Patch has taken a 21st century approach to journalism, providing readers with faster updates and more control than ever on a site designed with a simple, practical user interface. 

We hope you've enjoyed the last year with North Branford Patch and we can't wait to hear from you.