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Portion of Prairie Path Trail Closed Until Fall
Two trail sections of the Illinois Prairie Path will be closed beginning Monday, April 8.
Collin Czarnecki, Patch Staff
Collin Czarnecki, Patch Staff
- Naperville, IL
Former Patch Staff
Hometown: Lake Zurich, IL
Collin's interest in journalism sparked after he wrote his first article for his high school newspaper. From there, he studied journalism at Colorado State University. During his time at Colorado State, he gained insight on the workings of a major media publication while interning for TIME Magazine. The opportunity allowed him to meet legendary journalists like Dan Rather and Tom Brokaw. Collin was also a political writer for CollegeNews.com, a Boston Hannah publication.
After college, he worked as a beat reporter for a local weekly newspaper in Florida. Before joining Naperville Patch he was a guest editor for Morton Grove Patch as well as a freelancer for Des Plaines Patch in 2010.
He also launched an award-winning online magazine, The Lead, which he developed, designed and maintained. The Lead featured coverage of global current events such as the Arab Spring as well as lifestyle stories.
Collin is now happy to be here in Naperville working as your Local Editor.
In his free time, Collin likes playing with his dog Moose, photography, James Bond movies, politics and traveling (27 states, eight countries and counting!). He also enjoys screenwriting as he recently completed a comedy screenplay.
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Caroline Kennedy Draws Crowd During Naperville Visit
Daughter of late President John F. Kennedy shared her love of poetry with Naperville students and fans Thursday at North Central College.
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Police Blotter: Retail Theft, Lost iPhone, Marijuana Paraphernalia Found
Naperville Police Department reports, April 3
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Is the Smash-and-Grab 'Felony Lane Gang' Striking Our Area?
The group specializes in daytime smash-and-grab burglaries and is well known in Naperville.
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Country Acts to Take Stage at Naperville 2013 Ribfest
Two country acts have been announced for this summer's annual festival in Naperville.
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Police Blotter: 2 Warrant Arrests, Stray Dog Found
Naperville Police Department reports, April 2
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Citing 'Rampant' Pot Use, Naperville District 203 Considers Random Drug Testing
Naperville School District 203 officials are mulling the idea of implementing random drug testing for high school athletes.
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Edward Hospital, Elmhurst Memorial Announce 'Major Step' Toward Merger
The merger is on track to be completed this summer, according to information released Wednesday.
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Felony Lane Gang Striking Naperville Again?
Naperville police believe a gang that specializes in daytime smash-and-grab burglaries has returned to the city.
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Northern Illinois University Names New President
Douglas D. Baker will replace current NIU President John G. Peters, who announced last fall that he would step down June 30, after 13 years at the helm, according to NIU.
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City Continues to Pave Way for Major Route 59 Improvements, Expansion
Naperville City Council approved about $1.6 million in funds for the city's share of a specific portion of the project Tuesday.
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Police Blotter: Costco Retail Theft, Windows Smashed on Royal St. George, iPod Stolen
Naperville Police Department reports, April 1
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Criminal Damage, Trespassing at Madison Junior High: Police
Naperville Police are looking for more information regarding damage to a tree at Madison Junior High.
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Police Blotter: 10 DUI Arrests, 3 Fighting Arrests, Peeping Tom, Eavesdropping
Naperville Police Department reports, March 29 - 31
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Market Day, Store-Bought Cheese Products Recalled for Possible E. Coli
Rich Products Corp. announces a recall due to possible E. Coli contamination.
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Council Rundown: Water Street Hotel, Route 59 Expansion, Riverwalk Additions, 2014 Budget
Taking a look at Tuesday's Naperville City Council meeting agenda items.
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Readers React: Does Route 59 Need Improvements?
Naperville Patch readers weigh in on the Route 59 expansion project.
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Annual Spring Ahead Run to Benefit 360 Youth Services
Registration now open for 14th annual run to benefit Naperville-based organization.
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Sox: Reason to Believe South Siders Will Contend
Depth in the starting rotation and power arms in the bullpen lend credence to the belief the Sox can contend in the AL Central. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons to keep your eyes on the Sox this summer.
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Cubs: You'll Want to Cover Your Eyes
GM Theo Epstein begins the second year of a rebuilding process. Just don't expect to see huge gains in 2013. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons for the Cubs' faithful to give up the faith—an in a hurry.
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