I was named editor for Trenton Patch in December 2010. I left a cozy job as a reporter at The News-Herald for the excitement and faster pace of daily online reporting. I truly believe the internet, coupled with various electronic devices, is the future of the news. I also believe hyper localism will play an enormous role in the continuing success of media organizations like Patch.
I'm a Downriver boy who cares about his community and I fully intend to report the news as it comes, while maintaining at least two fingers on the pulse of the community.
While at The News-Herald I won an award for reporting. I once covered Cruisin' Downriver from the back of an 87' Trac Clipper moped. I've also covered the death of a decorated and well respected police officer. My roots are here in southeastern Michigan and I intend to keep them here.
I have two degrees from accredited universities. I have a journalism degree from Wayne State University and a degree in literature from Eastern Michigan University. I've always wanted to be a reporter and an editor. I wrote for my high school newspaper called The Titan Tribune at Southgate Anderson High School. After high school I took the safe route and studied to be a teacher, but eventually the reporting bug began calling and I went back to school to pursue journalism.
I love Trenton and the good people who live there. I'm asking all of you to help me make this site as good as it can be by keeping me as informed as possible. Feel free to contact me via email or leave a message right on this site.
A teacher at Boyd W. Arthurs Middle School was recently honored by the City of Trenton and the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
District officials are required to seek bids in the 2014-2015 school year, according to new state requirements.
Check out these job openings, courtesy of indeed.com and snagajob.com.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Grosse Ile has a 5,200 square-foot mansion recently added to the market.
Crimes included 1 disorderly conduct and 2 assaults.
Trenton High School senior Natalie Righetti signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Oakland University.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
The Trenton High School boys basketball team has dominated all season with an overall record of 12-3 and 9-2 in the Downriver League.
Trenton Public Schools' four-year graduation rate decreased by about 1 percent during the 2011-2012 school year.
A policy banning tobacco products from Trenton Public Schools was recently updated to include a new form of cigarette.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Here's a guide to great Valentine's Day gifts to purchase in Trenton and on Grosse Ile.
The record for most wins by a single Michigan high school hockey coach is 623.
Here's a hint: it has bacon.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
The Trenton-Woodhaven Animal Shelter has two cats and a dog currently looking for homes.
State Rep. Pat Somerville, R-New Boston, encourages Grosse Ile residents to meet with him and discuss state or local issues.
