Week in Review: New Virtual Academy, St. Patrick's Day and Teens Ticketed for Talking on Phone and Driving

Here is what you might have missed in Brighton news this week:

• On Tuesday, we reported that Brighton Area Schools will launch a virtual academy program for home-schooled students this fall.

• On Wednesday, we brought you a new column featuring local business owners answering pointed questions.

• Also on Wednesday, we reported that Brighton Area Schools received an award for energy conservation.

• On Thursday, we got into the St. Patrick's Day spirit and offered you an Irish recipe and fun facts about  the holiday.

• On Friday, we reported that the senate passed a bill that would allow teens to be ticketed for talking on the phone - even in hands-free mode.