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.
Palatine residents Tara Ann Zagone, 19, and Sherry Ann Cameron, 33, were arrested Friday at a hotel in the 1800 block of Diehl Road in Naperville.
Patch wants to know where in Naperville you go to shop for clothing.
A roundup of online job listings within the Naperville area.
Naperville Police Department reports, June 22 - 24
Accompanying photos were taken at the Naperville Police Department between June 15 - 21.
Patch wants to know where you go when you want the best pizza in Naperville.
A roundup of unusual crimes in Naperville.
Taking a glance at this week's headlines.
Naperville Police Department reports, June 21
Patch wants to know where in Naperville you go to unwind with a drink.
Naperville Public Library's annual Summer Reading Program encourages children and adults of all ages to read with the help of local teen volunteers.
Naperville Police Department reports, June 20
Patch wants to know where in Naperville you go to for breakfast.
Naperville Police Department reports, June 19
If you're an avid gardener or just starting out, why not share your gardening tips by becoming a Patch blogger?
The eastbound lane of 75th Street from College Road to Ranchview Drive will be closed on Thursday, June 21 due to electrical duct bank work.
Board members failed to reach a consensus on whether or not to approve a 2013-14 draft calendar at last night's meeting.
Board members failed to reach a consensus on whether or not to approve a 2013-14 draft calendar at last night's meeting.
A roundup of online job listings within the Naperville area.
Naperville Police Department reports, June 15 - 17