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.
Budget cuts and firefighters on medical leave have prompted Trenton Fire Department officials to come up with new ways to generate revenue for the department.
Christmas tree lots have popped up all over Downriver and Trenton-Grosse Ile Patch knows where you can get a tree locally.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Trenton Mayor Kyle Stack has sent several emails to a major gourmet grocery chain to encourage the company to open up shop on Van Horn in Trenton.
Opportunity Grosse Ile asked several residents why they decided to make the island their home.
Trenton-Grosse Ile Patch wants to know what businesses you'd like to see featured on the site this holiday season.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Each year students at Hedke Elementary pick out gifts for friends, family and pets at a store located inside the school.
The holiday season officially kicks off Friday with a tree lighting, music and Santa.
Volunteers at St. Paul Lutheran Church said they are looking for warm clothing, shoes and boots to help keep needy Trenton, Grosse Ile families warm this holiday season.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
This week crews will be removing temporary barrier walls and other items associated with the freeway reconstruction and replacement of the Dix-Toledo Road overpass.
This year's winners might surprise you!
Check out these job openings, courtesy of indeed.com and snagajob.com.
Trenton has a foreclosed house for sale.
Crimes included 6 larcenies and 3 violations of the controlled substance act.
The following information was supplied by the Trenton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
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.
Now that the day is done and the deals are won, Trenton-Grosse Ile Patch wants to see the bargains you found on Black Friday.
