All Neighbors in Swarthmore's Town Center
Top Neighbors: The magic behind the mirrors
You will never have to pay to be listed as a top neighbor. Period. That important detail clarified, let's discuss how we arrive at two "top neighbors" for a given region:
Localism is a bustling collection of hyper-local communities, and the top neighbors should reflect those members who are most active. When ranking users in a given region, several factors are considered. To get your foot in the proverbial door, you need to have posted at least one "Localism" article or photo for the region.
The very best way to quickly rise to #1 is to post high-quality local content. Keeping a steady strem of incoming posts and photos will massively tilt the scales in your favor.
What doesn't count toward the top neighbor ranking? ActiveRain points and community sponsorships. The top neighbor spots will always go to the most active members in a region. We want to create a level playing field that encourages the growth of communities — talent and dedication are required to win the day.
I had a lovely lunch with my wife and sons here the other day. I had a sandwich (2 fried eggs, pork roll and cheese on a nice, fresh Kaiser roll). Jinny had an omlette, Chuckie had scrambled eggs, sausage and home fries. Joey had a bagel with cream cheese.
Swarthmore is a quaint little borough, nestled in Delaware County, PA, and is home to Swarthmore College. The business district (referred to by college students as "The Ville" -- a nickname that hasn't exactly been embraced by the locals) boasts wide sidewalks frequently interupted by beautiful potted flowers and ornamental plants, making this a perfect place for a little outdoor dining.
The streets of Swarthmore are clean, thanks in large part to a very visible commitment to a recycling program. There are attractive collecion bins for both rubbish and recyclables within easy reach of nearly every storefront.
