Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
- Winnetka-Glencoe, IL
<b>Email:</b> carrie.porter@patch.com<br><b>Phone: </b>847-868-2233<br><b>Hometown: </b>Cincinnati, Ohio<br><b>Bio:</b> It was somewhere between Rhode Island and California that journalism became my undeniable passion in life. During the summer of my sophomore year at Northwestern University, I biked from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific coast and told stories of American people along the way.
Since then, I have pursued meaningful storytelling in variety of mediums. I worked for the Rocky Mountain News in Denver, Colo.; WIBW Channel 13 in Topeka, Kan.; and The Wall Street Journal in its Chicago office.
In 2009-2010, I researched the role of the media in Northern Ireland's peace process as the recipient of the Alistair Cooke Journalism Award and Fulbright scholar.
At Northwestern University, I earned my bachelor's degree in journalism with a double major in international studies and a minor in business studies. At the University of Ulster, I earned my master's degree in journalism.
Before hopping over Winnetka, Glencoe and Northfield's Patch, I worked as the editor for Morton Grove Patch.
Besides journalism and storytelling, I love to dance, run, and skip.
<b>Politics:</b> As a reporter, I am interested in politics but maintain a rigid separation between my personal politics and my work.
<b><b>Beliefs:</b> </b>I believe in journalism's public service mandate to inform, educate, and connect people in their local, national and international communities.
Posting Activity
Niles-Morton Grove, IL|News|
Morton Grove Park District's Ice Rink Grand Opening
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Niles-Morton Grove, IL|News|
Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Women's Power Lunch
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Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Jewelry Theft of $14,800, Warrant, Traffic Arrest: Glencoe Police Blotter
The following arrest information was supplied by the Glencoe Public Safety Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Changes Afoot at Winnetka-Glencoe Patch
With thanks and well-wishes, I am signing off as your editor today.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Store Owner Describes Armed Robber as 'Non-Threatening'
Sandy Freeman, who has owned Creme de la Creme for 12 years in Hubbard Woods, said that she does not anticipate another robbery anytime soon.
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Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Winnetka Girl Scouts' JUST DRIVE Campaign Expands
Troop #41059, a group of fifth-grade girls at Skokie School, will place bumper stickers that combat distracted driving on every Winnetka Police squad car.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Letter to the Editor: Distracted Driving Affects All Ages
This is the third and final installment of letters written by Girl Scouts in Troop #41059, a group of fifth graders at Skokie School in Winnetka. The girls are campaigning for JUST DRIVE, an effort to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted drivin
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Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Here's Who Makes That Sandwich
Last week's prosciutto sandwich with mozzarella, basil and tomatoes was crafted by Cafe Aroma in Winnetka.
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Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Letter to the Editor: "We Are Dealing with People's Lives"
A second installment of letters from Girl Scouts Troop #41059, a group of fifth graders at Skokie School in Winnetka. The girls are focused on a campaign called JUST DRIVE to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Photo: Loyola Runners Sign With Duke, Williams
Two Ramblers signed on the dotted line this past week for college running.
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Glenview, IL|News|
Police Release Name of Fourth North Shore Store Robbed Last Week
Creme de la Creme, 903 Green Bay Rd., was the fourth retail store at which the lifeguard bandit attempted to steal cash in the past week armed with a knife. An accessory shop in the Glen was hit last Thursday.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Police Release Name of Winnetka Store Robbed Last Week
Creme de la Creme, at 903 Green Bay Rd., was the fourth retail store at which the lifeguard bandit attempted to steal cash in the past week.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe|News|
Three Thefts, Graffiti, Traffic Charge: Winnetka Police Blotter
The following information was supplied by the Winnetka Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Carrie Porter, Patch Staff
