I grew up on the North West side of Chicago. Somewhere along the way high school and college happened, which brought me, for the first time, to Chicago’s Southland. For this, I’m eternally grateful, as serving H-F as editor for over two years has undoubtedly been the most intense and valuable learning experience of my life. In early 2013, I transitioned from H-F editor to Community Editor and I now cover social media, news aggregation and real-time news for the south suburban Chicago Patch network.
I used to play in a punk rock band and still play music today. I also make short comedy films under the moniker Ratt Bros. Studios. Cooking and eating are also strong passions of mine. As the old Journey song goes, “(I) like a lot of things.”
Feel free to drop me a line at ryan.fitzpatrick@patch.com or call at 708.657.7048.
New Lenox resident and ShareFest chairman Gary Cheney talks in a video about the many efforts of an organization he launched—the list running the gamut from assisting senor citizens to promoting literacy through an annual book drive.
Homewood police reports: Aug. 18-20
Police arrested a man responsible for stealing bikes at the Homewood Metra stop.
Have you been frustrated with the lack of resources to help you find rentals in the Southland? Patch is here to help.
In this installment of "Minutes with the Mayor," Flossmoor Mayor Paul Braun explains the village's comprehensive plan.
A list of outstanding arrest warrants in Flossmoor.
Have you been frustrated with the lack of resources to help you find rentals in the Southland? Patch is here to help.
The death of a loved one is difficult enough to deal with. Sending out a death notice should not be. That's why Patch allows anyone to post obituaries for free.
Flossmoor Mayor Paul Braun says a vigorous education process is in store for citizens over the next few months before a referendum for $7.2 million in bonds to repair the water system appears on the ballot in November.
New Lenox Township supervisor Bill McCollum talks in a video about the pride area residents take in teaming up with ShareFest chairman Gary Cheney to help clean up the community.
In this installment of "Minutes with the Mayor," Flossmoor Mayor Paul Braun explains the village's prior research into a K9 Unit and the current availability of one.
A preview of Aug. 20 Flossmoor village meeting agenda items.
In this installment of "Minutes with the Mayor," Flossmoor Mayor Paul Braun explains the village's dog ordinances and what residents should do if they see a dog in violation of them.
Patch lists everything your student will need to start the year off right at Western Avenue School.
Patch lists everything your student will need to start the year off right at Flossmoor Hills School.
Bring your family and your pooches to this annual Homewood event, and make sure to catch Patch’s special Piano Play-off event!
Have you been frustrated with the lack of resources to help you find rentals in the Southland? Patch is here to help.
Have you been frustrated with the lack of resources to help you find rentals in the Southland? Patch is here to help.
Patch lists everything your student will need to start the year off right at Heather Hill School.
A list of outstanding arrest warrants in Flossmoor.