• Dan LambertPatch Staff Verified Patch Staff Badge

  • Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL

I am the editor of Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Patch and Palos Patch. I have been with Patch since May of 2010. As a lifelong resident of the area I am thrilled to provide our readers with stories that highlight all aspects of life in their neighborhood. Prior to Patch I covered politics in Chicago and environmental issues in Washington, D.C. I have a degree in political science from the University of Chicago and a masters degree in journalism from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.

Here at Patch we welcome user contributions and I'm more than happy to guide you toward the best ways to use the site to share your own news.

Posting Activity

Beverly-MtGreenwood|News|

In Their Own Words: 8 Inspiring Reasons Our Neighbors Give Back

There are few things as rewarding as getting involved and volunteering in your own community. Take it from these local activists, volunteers and other influential community members, who have shared with us their motivations for making a difference.

In Their Own Words: 8 Inspiring Reasons Our Neighbors Give Back
Evergreen Park, IL|News|

South Suburban DUI Arrests, June 9

One driver recently arrested proclaimed his love for America just before getting charged with DUI. Read about that report and others in this week's roundup of Southland DUI arrests.

South Suburban DUI Arrests, June 9
Beverly-MtGreenwood|News|

South Suburban DUI Arrests, June 9

One driver recently arrested proclaimed his love for America just before getting charged with DUI. Read about that report and others in this week's roundup of Southland DUI arrests.

South Suburban DUI Arrests, June 9
Beverly-MtGreenwood|News|

12 Stories of People Making A Difference In The Chicago Area

We can all look up to these local heroes. In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains.

12 Stories of People Making A Difference In The Chicago Area
Beverly-MtGreenwood|News|

Owner Gets Burned Lending SUV: Weird Crimes

Woman tells police she planned to hide items in 'inappropriate places' around the mall • Shopper banned from all Kohl's store attempts return • Driver wakes up with a beer in his hand ... This week's roundup of weird crime news in the Southland.

Owner Gets Burned Lending SUV: Weird Crimes
Evergreen Park, IL|News|

Owner Gets Burned Lending SUV: Weird Crimes

Woman tells police she planned to hide items in 'inappropriate places' around the mall • Shopper banned from all Kohl's store attempts return • Driver wakes up with a beer in his hand ... This week's roundup of weird crime news in the Southland.

Owner Gets Burned Lending SUV: Weird Crimes