Lisle, IL|News|
All School in Lisle CSD 202 Cancelled for Friday
The Village is recommending that residents help their neighbors and contact the Red Cross if necessary.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
- Western Springs, IL
E-mail: darren@patch.com
Phone: 708-275-8365
Hometown: Andover, MA
Current town: La Grange, IL
Birthday: September 24, 1987
Bio: I was born and raised in Eastern Massachusetts, and first took an interest in journalism when I was named the National Correspondent of the Year for SchoolSports (now called ESPN Rise.) I relocated to Chicagoland in 2006 to attend the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, where I wrote for a number of student publications. During my time in school, I also completed editorial internships with Chicago Parent and Vicon Publishing. Upon graduating, I became Western Springs Local Editor with Patch.com, and have since held several jobs in the company. Currently I am a Community Editor for DuPage County.
My interests/hobbies include sports, reading, fiction writing, gaming, and outdoor living (hiking/camping/canoeing.) I play both indoor and beach volleyball, and I'm passionate about golf (if not terrific at it.) I also author the online graphic novel Panthera as "D. Z. McRoy."
Politics: I am a registered Democrat; my politics are socially liberal and economically moderate.
Religion: I am a member of the United Church of Christ, though my practice is largely casual.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Dispatches from DuPage: Stories of the April 2013 Flood
Rescues, disasters, bravery, irony—from a mass evacuation to the finding of a floating body to a governor's visit, the stories of a storm from DuPage County.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Two Killed in Elmhurst Crash on Tri-State Thursday
In a second, unrelated incident, a car was pushed against the guard rail of an elevated ramp.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Village of Clarendon Hills Posts Flood Update, Also Declares Emergency
A few roads remain closed in the Village of Clarendon Hills as of Thursday afternoon.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Woodridge Declares Emergency, Provides List of Road Closings
There have been no evacuations from the Village, though an emergency shelter has been established at Benedictine University in Lisle.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton Declares Emergency, Provides List of Streets to Avoid
A list of flooded streets which drivers are recommended to avoid, and an emergency shelter has been opened in nearby Lisle.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale Declares State of Emergency, Opens Operations Center
Residents are urged to stay in place during the flood. Use 911 and emergency services if needed. Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Lighting Strikes, Chars Darien Home on Thursday Morning
The strike caused $25,000 of “heavy damage” to a home on the 1600 block of Fox Hill Place.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Body Found in Salt Creek at Graue Mill
The discovery was made Thursday. DuPage County officials are trying to identify the body.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
MAP: River Flooding Forecast for DuPage, Northern Illinois
Rivers continue to rise across the area. Find out the latest details in your area by clicking on the map.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle Emergency: Road Closures, Power Outages, Sandbag Volunteers Needed
Residents near the corner of Lacey Avenue and Dumoulin Avenue are being evacuated. A shelter and sandbags are available for residents.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Photo Gallery: DuPage County Underwater in Spring Flood
How crazy is it out there right now? Please show us! Upload your pictures of flooding from DuPage County towns here.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Fugitive Woodridge Carjacker Convicted in Absentia
Nuclear engineer and Navy vet Michael Buhrman, 32, has been missing since jumping bail in September 2012 after his arrest for the May carjacking in a Kohl’s parking lot at the border of Woodridge and Darien.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Fugitive Woodridge Carjacker Convicted in Absentia
Nuclear engineer and Navy vet Michael Buhrman, 32, has been missing since jumping bail in September 2012 after his arrest for the May carjacking in a Kohl’s parking lot at the border of Woodridge and Darien.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Elmhurst Library Board Won't Change Policy on M-Rated Video Games
The board rejected the appeal of a group of Elmhurst citizens who were requesting that the library remove some or all of its more violent games.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Watchdog Group: Motives in DuPage Board Chair Cronin’s Hirings?
In a report titled “Cronin’s Cronies,” the Better Government Association suggests that the Republican chairman may be cozying up to establishment Democrats.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Westmont Aldi Robbed at Gunpoint on Monday
The suspect was wearing a ski mask and got away with $3,000 to $4,000 in cash.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower: Where/When to Watch, If Skies Are Clear
The Lyrids can be unpredictable—often in great ways.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle Sophomore Fights for the Oceans, Visits ‘Coastal America’ Summit
Emily Mandel designed a project that would help teens shadow employees at the Shedd Aquarium to get hands-on marine biology training.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Trial, Jury Selection Under Way for Borizov Trial in Darien Murder
The trial for conspiracy in the murder of three Darien residents in 2010 is the first ever in DuPage County to allow cameras in the courtroom; it is expected to last up to a month.
Darren McRoy, Patch Staff
