(Pocket-lint) - Facebook is rolling out a feature called Neighborhoods, designed to be a section within the Facebook app to help people connect with their local community, discover new places nearby and connect with neighbours. Here is everything you need to know about Facebook Neighborhoods, including where the feature is available, how it works and what it offers. What is Facebook Neighborhoods? Facebook Neighborhoods is described by Facebook as "a single destination to build and strengthen local communities on Facebook". It has been created as a dedicated space within the Facebook app that enables users to connect with their neighbours, get involved in their local communities and find new places and recommendations within their communities.