David Raikes introduces Debbie Sampson, sister of Spc. Norman Treest during the Memorial Dedication Ceremony on Monday, May 29, 2023, at the Marseilles American Legion. (Derek Barichello)
Derek Barichello is the news editor for The Times in Ottawa and NewsTribune in La Salle, part of Shaw Local News Network, covering La Salle, Bureau and Putnam counties. He covers local and breaking news in the areas of government, education, business and crime and courts, among others.