What is RSS?

RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a method of delivering news and updated content from web sites. RSS feeds deliver information in a format called XML to be read by a service or program called an 'aggregator' or 'reader'. By using an aggregator, you can have news and updates from multiple sources delivered to a single place on the web or on your desktop. Two free, easy-to-use aggregators are Bloglines and NewsGator. Many others are also available.

Why have you added RSS to this site?

Using RSS, where available, can save you from needing to receive multiple e-mail alerts and from needing to visit web sites to see if they have been updated. We have added RSS feeds so that our users can save time and receive updated information at their convenience and in their preferred format.

How do I get started using RSS?

Sign up for one of the aggregators mentioned above (they're free) or choose another aggregator. 'Making Sense of RSS' is an excellent, step-by-step guide to getting started with Bloglines written by Fran Wilkie, NeLH Training Facilitator. The guide is available to download here.

Once you are signed up, you will want to add feeds. The URLs for our feeds are:
NPC news feed
eCAB wire feed

To add these feeds in Bloglines, select My Feeds, then Add. Copy and paste each URL into the box (one URL at a time) and click Subscribe.

To add these feeds in NewsGator, select Add a Feed, then click on the 'URL & Import' tab. Copy and paste each URL in the 'Feed URL' box, then click the Add Feed button.