Emily Henry, Patch Staff
- Concord, CA
I grew up in the rural green belt of London, England where I fell in love with literature and literary history. During my undergraduate degree at the University of Kent in Canterbury, and namely an exchange year abroad at UCLA, that love for literature transitioned into a passion for journalism and California sunshine. I moved to Los Angeles in 2007 to pursue an MA degree in journalism at USC and continue a freelance career in multimedia storytelling. And I have never looked back.
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My experience includes local, national and international reporting for news outlets such as the LA Weekly, Southern California Public Radio and the New Zealand Herald Tribune. My fascination with hyper-local journalism spawned a thesis about the future of the industry (titled, Can Grassroots Journalism Help Underserved Communities?) and, in 2008, led me to help found a hyper-local website covering South Los Angeles. I was managing editor until early 2011, when Patch became my next adventure.
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Now I live in Concord with my husband, reading, writing, exploring the Bay Area and continuing to drink my tea with milk.
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Beliefs:
1. Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle. - Plato.
2. Never discuss religion or politics at the dinner table.
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Politics: I am a registered Democrat with an open mind to all opinions and factual arguments. I believe that the mind should be a thoroughfare for all thoughts and not a select party.
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Religion: Non-denominational Christian, with an almost pantheistic love for the outdoors and a strong appreciation for being still (Psalm 46:10.)
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Local Hot-Button Issues: Social justice issues that affect quality of life or access to opportunities, including education, immigration, health care and social welfare.
Posting Activity
Concord|News|
Faith Leaders to Rally in Todos Santos for Gay Marriage Rights
A coalition of churches in support of marriage rights for LGBTQ couples will hold a vigil in the plaza on Tuesday, March 26, as the U.S. Supreme Court weighs the issue in Washington.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
How To Stay Safe Cycling With the Family in Concord
Warmer weather is perfect for bicycle trips with the kids in tow. Follow these cycling safety tips and attend a free workshop to help keep your family safe this spring and summer in Concord.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Delicious Mystery: Where Did You Get That Chile Colorado Burrito?
Do you know which Concord restaurant served up this meat-filled majesty? Leave your guess in the comments.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Pleasant Hill, CA|News|
Pic of the Day: Perching on a Blossoming Tree
Spring has officially sprung, and Pleasant Hill is in bloom. Add your photos of our city in season.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Pleasant Hill, CA|News|
No Kids in the Coffee Shop — The Way It Should Be?
Coffee shops in Pleasant Hill are full of spillable hot drinks and expensive laptops. Are they any place for kids? And if so, should they make an effort to be more child-friendly?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
State Stubs Out Mobile Cigar Lounge
CigaRV, aka "The Mobile Man Cave," was snuffed when the state refused to renew its license citing a new ruling for mobile tobacco retailers. The company had been rolling into local cities like Martinez since 2010 and will now likely be sold ou
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
How Can Walnut Creek Schools Fight Childhood Obesity?
Local schools are joining the First Lady's 'Let's Move' initiative to help teach students healthy living. How do schools in Walnut Creek encourage healthy eating and physical activity?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
How Can Concord Schools Fight Childhood Obesity?
Local schools are joining the First Lady's 'Let's Move' initiative to help teach students healthy living. How do schools in Concord encourage healthy eating and physical activity?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
State Stubs Out Mobile Cigar Lounge
CigaRV, aka "The Mobile Man Cave," was snuffed when the state refused to renew its license citing a new ruling for mobile tobacco retailers. The Concord-based company had been rolling since 2010 and will now likely be sold out of state.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Pic of the Day: New Structure Blocking Driver's View of Mount Diablo
Patch users have noticed a new tower at the Highway 24 and I-680 interchange. What is it? Where did it come from? And why aren't we ignoring it and paying attention to the road?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Pic of the Day: Tower Blocking Freeway View of Mount Diablo
The structure at the Highway 24 and I-680 interchange slices the view of Mount Diablo for drivers on the freeway. What is it? Where did it come from? And why aren't we looking at the road?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
How Can Martinez Schools Teach Healthy Living?
Schools around the country are looking for innovative ways to "raise a healthier generation of kids." Are Martinez schools doing a good job promoting healthy living?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Pleasant Hill, CA|News|
Are Pleasant Hill Schools Helping Fight Childhood Obesity?
Local schools are joining the First Lady's 'Let's Move' initiative to help teach students healthy living. How do Pleasant Hill schools encourage healthy eating and physical activity?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
How Do Local Teachers Keep the Kids Fit In School?
Michelle Obama's 'Let's Move!' campaign has schools around the country searching for ways to "raise a healthier generation of kids." How do Lamorinda schools do it?
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Families With Young Children Invited to County Resource Fair
The April 20 event in Walnut Creek includes free vision, hearing and developmental for children up to five years old.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Comment of the Day: 'What I Wished I'd Known About Walnut Creek'
Is there a local fact you'd have liked to have known before coming to Walnut Creek, or a tip you'd give someone considering moving into town? Share your experience.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Pleasant Hill, CA|News|
Comment of the Day: 'What I Wished I'd Known About Pleasant Hill'
Is there a local fact you'd have liked to have known before coming to Pleasant Hill, or a tip you'd give someone considering moving into town? Share your experience.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Comment of the Day: 'What I Wished I'd Known About Lamorinda'
Is there a local fact you'd have liked to have known before coming to Lamorinda, or a tip you'd give someone considering moving into the area? Share your experience.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Comment of the Day: 'What I Wished I'd Known About Martinez'
Is there a local fact you'd have liked to have known before coming to Martinez, or a tip you'd give someone considering moving into town? Share your experience.
Emily Henry, Patch Staff
