Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
- Lexington, MA
Grew up in a small, sports-obsessed town in Central Massachusetts and attended three local colleges in five years, eventually graduating Framingham State with an English degree in 2007. According to a letter to my future self -- penned as an eighth-grader -- I've long had dreams of becoming a sports journalist. But I didn't really do anything about it until my third semester at FSC (now U). That's when my professor (thanks, Desmond) convinced me to quit messing around in nonsense classes, join the school paper and get an internship. I did. I was hired out of college to the Bedford Minuteman newspaper, and bounced around to a few of the Minuteman's sister papers, including The Concord Journal and Belmont Citizen-Herald, before joining Patch in April 2011 as Lexington's editor.
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Posting Activity
Lexington|News|
When’s the First Day of School in Lexington?
Summer’s still in full swing, but it’s never too early to start planning for the start of the school year.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
When is the First Day of School in Concord?
Summer’s still in full swing, but it’s never too early to start planning for the start of the school year.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
Police Log: A Drive-By Bottling
The following information was provided by the Concord Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
Sold: Pricey Homes Sold Under Asking Price
A sampling of homes purchased around Bedford, Concord and Lexington over the past week, compiled by Patch and local real estate agents.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
5 Things: An Author Talk and a Summer Bash
A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on July 17 in Concord.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
5 Things: Minuteman Students Medal, 60-Second Challenge
A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on July 17 in Lexington.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
We Want You ... To Blog on Patch
Got something to say? Starting a blog is a great way to reach community members with the news, events information, opinions and photos tat matter to you.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
We Want You ... To Blog on Patch
Got something to say? Starting a blog is a great way to reach community members with the news, events information, opinions and photos tat matter to you.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
Sold: Pricey Homes Sold Under Asking Price
A sampling of homes purchased around Bedford, Concord and Lexington over the past week, compiled by Patch and local real estate agents.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
Police Log: Car Break Leads to Warrant Arrest, Graffiti on a Fence
The following information was provided by the Concord Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
Rental Properties Available in Concord
Click on the homes on the map to see rental units available in Concord.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
Rentals Available in Lexington
Click on the homes on the map to see rentals available in Lexington.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
5 Things: Storytime and a Summer Concert
A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on July 16 in Lexington.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
5 Things: Pajama Storytime, Bicentennial Band Concert
A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on July 16 in Concord.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
6 Reasons to Post an Announcement on Concord Patch
Use our free Announcements Board to share about nuptials, anniversaries, births, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and lost and found notices.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
Post Your Yard Sales on Patch
Fill out this easy form and Patch will build an interactive map of garage sales, yard sales and estate sales. Share the details of what exactly you have for sale in the form!
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
Post Your Yard Sales on Patch
Fill out this easy form and Patch will build an interactive map of garage sales, yard sales and estate sales. Share the details of what exactly you have for sale in the form!
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Lexington|News|
6 Reasons to Post an Announcement on Lexington Patch
Use our free Announcements Board to share about nuptials, anniversaries, births, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and lost and found notices.
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
Concord, MA|News|
Is the Time Right for the ‘Right to Dry’ Bill?
Could the third time be the charm for a bill that would bid farewell to clothesline bans?
Patrick Ball, Patch Staff
