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Taking your new iPhone for a spin? Download the Patch app for quick access to local news and events

Patch has apps for iPhones and Android phones, and also makes it easy for you to upload photos, news and comments from anywhere. Here's a look at a few ways you can connect with Patch through your mobile device.  Patch for iPhone  Patch for iPhone keeps customers connected to the latest news, weather, local business listings and current events happening in their neighborhood. Patch’s app will keep them engaged and mobile by delivering 24/7 local community coverage.  The Patch app's useful features include: Plus, they can save anything from favorite stories to business listings direct to the iPhone for easy offline access. Customer opinions are extremely valued, so send app feedback to the Patch team is encouraged. Patch can be the number …

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Social Media in Foxborough

What happened this week in Foxborough's social media sites!

Social media is one way we interact with you, answer your questions and get to see what's on your mind. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature where we highlight your questions and thoughts you've shared on Facebook and other media throughout the past week. Overheard on Facebook Here is a sampling of comments and happenings on our Facebook page and the social media world from the past week:  Social Media page of the week: Did you know that the HUGS Foxborough has their own Facebook page? Follow them on Facebook for updates.  Your town on Facebook For more Facebook pages Foxborough residents might find interesting, check out our list of "liked" pages on Foxborough Patch's Facebook. And don’t forget to follow Foxborough Patch at www.…

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Professionalizing Your Online Presence

Tips on how to maximize your job search efforts by professionalizing your online presence.

"Web 2.0" technologies, such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, are changing the approach to the traditional job search. Long gone are the days where job searches and recruiting efforts were limited to a paper resume. In today's technology filled world, the job search is all about your "online presence." Professionalizing your online presence is key in making yourself appealing to job recruiters. Social networking websites are now a vital component in helping to "brand and professionalize your image." A survey conducted by CareerBuilder.com found that "45% of employers use social networking sites to research job candidates." Employers are turning to social networking sites more than ever to aid in their recruiting efforts. However, …

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5 Things You Need To Know Today

5 Things You Need To Know Today: Jan. 19

Varsity basketball games, school committee meeting and more...

"Five Things you Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the new feature in the comments section.  1.   Warrior Sports: The Foxborough Boys and Girl's Varsity's Basketball teams are rescheduled to play tonight, facing off against King Phillip. The Girls Varsity Basketball team will play King Phillip at home in Foxborough and the Boys are playing at King Phillip. Both tip off at 6:30pm. 2.   Foxborough Kindergarten Registration for 2011-2012 school year will resume today at the Vincent M. Igo Elementary School from 2:00pm-7:00pm. 3.   There will be a school committee meeting at 7:00pm at the Ahern Middle School to …

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