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.
John Carbonaro, a former Naperville North High School coach and counselor, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student in 2010.
Naperville District 203 Board of Education implements all-day kindergarten for seven schools beginning fall 2013.
Naperville Police Department reports, Jan. 4 - 6
The comet was discovered by two amateur astronomers in September.
It's the season of all things sweet, savory and Thin Mint, which means readers need to track down their nearest Girl Scout Troop to place orders for their fix.
Year-over-year unemployment rates also drop in DuPage and Will Counties, according to data released by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Naperville Patch welcomes letters to the editor. Letters may be submitted to Local Editor Collin Czarnecki at collin.czarnecki@patch.com.
Accompanying photos were taken at the Naperville Police Department Dec. 28 - Jan. 3.
Taking a look back at the week's top Naperville headlines.
Naperville Police Department reports, Jan. 3
Residents can vote for the city of Naperville in a web design contest now through Jan. 11.
As temperatures drop, Naperville Patch shares some tips for dressing to stay warm and safe for people and their pets.
ABC's Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Lt. Governor Shelia Simon stopped by The Tie Bar in Naperville to advocate for gay marriage in Illinois on Wednesday afternoon.
Naperville Police Department reports, Jan. 2
Weight Watchers is inviting residents to celebrate the grand opening of its new Naperville location this month.
The holidays are over and it's time to pack away decorations and ornaments. Here are some tips to ensure items are safe and sound for next year.
ABC's Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Lt. Governor Shelia Simon stopped by The Tie Bar in Naperville to advocate for gay marriage in Illinois on Wednesday afternoon.
Suspect matched description of man who robbed same Mobil on Christmas morning at gunpoint, police said.
Naperville Police Department reports, Jan. 1
If your New Year’s resolution is to get your finances in order, these guidelines will help you get started.
