Barrington Area Students Named to Marquette University Dean's List

Congratulations, scholars!

Barrington Students Named to UW-Whitewater Dean's List

Congratulations, scholars!

BHS Marching Band to Perform Friday Morning on CBS 2 Chicago

The Barrington High School Bronco Marching Band will perform live throughout Friday's morning news broadcast.

Greer Named to Central Methodist University Dean's List

Well done, Briana!

Students Named to Illinois State University Dean's List

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Barrington Hills Student to Study Abroad in England

Cheers to you, Emily!

Pierce Named to Beloit College Dean's List

Congratulations, Taylor!

Zimmer Graduates from William Woods University

Congratulations, Katherine!

Students Named to Belmont University Dean's List

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District 220 Student is World Youth Chess Champ

Congratulations to Barbara Rose Elementary student Shreya Mangalam on her placement in the 2013 World Youth Chess Championships!

Local Students Named to University of Evansville Dean's List

Congratulations to John Day, of Barrington, and Emily Molli, of Barrington Hills!

McClellan Named to Graceland University Honors List

Congratulations to Jason McClellan, of Port Barrington!

Win Tickets to See Disney On Ice

Patch and Disney on Ice will give away five family packs of four tickets each to the show of your choice. Enter to win through Jan. 20.

New Video: BHS Marching Band Performing in London's New Year's Day Parade

The Barrington High School Bronco Marching Band was the only high school band in Illinois invited to perform in London's New Year's Day Parade.

A Life Remembered: Lake Barrington Publisher Lou Bolchazy to Receive Posthumous Honor

Eccentric publisher Lou Bolchazy, whose passion was bringing ancient and classic literature to students, will receive a posthumous Distinguished Service Award from the American Philological Association on Jan. 4.

First Baby of the New Year Born at Barrington's Advocate Good Shepherd

Maci Joyce Curtin was born at 12:31 a.m. on New Year's Day at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington.

2014 Resolution: Love Your Imperfections

These animals have it all figured out.

Barrington Area Conservation Trust Works to Make Community Greener

Barrington Area Conservation Trust has protected more than 500 acres of land in the Barrington area over the past decade.

BHS Marching Band to Perform in London's New Year's Day Parade

Congratulations to the BHS Bronco Marching Band—the only high school band in Illinois to be invited to perform in London's New Year's Day Parade!

Gold Coin Found in Arlington Heights Salvation Army Kettle

Gold coin found in Arlington Heights Salvation Army kettle.

Barrington Residents Named to Augustana College Dean's List

Congratulations, scholars!

A Dream Internship: Barrington Native Rubs Elbows with Country Music Stars

Katherine Zimmer, from Barrington, had an internship with SiriusXM Channel 59 "The Highway," in Nashville, in which she interviewed famous musicians, wrote stories and managed social media.

Cardinal Francis George Marks 50 Years as a Catholic Priest

Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.

Over $10K in Gold Coins Donated in Lake County This Holiday Season

Rossi Graduates from the University of Dayton

Congratulations to Ryan Rossi, of South Barrington, on earning an electrical engineering degree from the University of Dayton.

High School Student Teams Up with Harlem Globetrotters for Anti-Bullying Efforts

When the Harlem Globetrotters organization learned about Camille Paddock's anti-bullying crusade via a Patch article, they invited her to join them to encourage kids.

Gold Coins Left in Lake Zurich Salvation Army Kettle

What Life Has Become for Daughter of Newtown's Heroic Principal

To save lives, this Newtown survivor talks to gun owners and lawmakers. Hers is one story in "Sandy Hook: One Year Later — a Patch Report."

Tonight's Mega Millions Jackpot Stands at $425 Million

Did you get your ticket for tonight's Mega Millions? The jackpot is up to $425 million, the second largest in the game's history!

BHS Grad Named to UW-Whitewater Swim and Dive Team

Congratulations to Barrington's James Rodney, who is a University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Warhawk!

BHS Alumna Performs in St. Olaf College Christmas Festival

Congrats to Sydney Padula, of Barrington, who performed in this season's St. Olaf College Christmas Festival. You can hear an encore radio broadcast online.

Video: Student's Incredible Tribute to Fallen Art Teacher

Going viral! This YouTube video of Fremd High School senior Maddy Lopez's speed painting of her late art teacher Lewis Hubbard has received more than 11,000 views as of Friday, Dec. 13.

Baby Born at 15 Ounces Survives; Discharged from Area Hospital

Meghan Hope Pacyna was born on July 9 and was discharged from Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove on Tuesday.

Who is Barrington's Person of the Year?

TIME magazine just named its 2013 person of the year. Tell us who you think should be recognized from Barrington.

Georgio's Pizza to Reward 1 Millionth Customer with Free Pie for a Year

Two customers, one at each Georgio's location in South Barrington and Crystal Lake, will win free pizza for a year. The restaurant will also donate the same prize via gift certificates to two local food pantries.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Barrington Student Wins Video Scholarship Contest

Wade Balsamo, of Barrington, created an award-winning video promoting Walk On, an philanthropic organization that uses equine-assisted activities to aid people with disabilities.

Port Barrington Student Initiated into Prestigious Phi Kappa Phi

Jane Khaytin, of Port Barrington attend the University of Central Missouri.

Friday's Mega Millions Jackpot Stands at $291 Million

Did you get your ticket for Friday's Mega Millions? The jackpot is up to $291 million, the ninth largest in the game's history!