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It was 20 years ago Friday when a plot to kill staff and students and...
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In this week’s Standard Press…
It was 20 years ago Friday when a plot to kill staff and students and Burlington High School was discovered, sending shockwaves through the community and putting Burlington in headlines around the world. In the two decades since then, school shootings have become a tragically regular occurrence and have […]
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Man charged with having sex with 13-year-old boy
A Burlington man charged with engaging in sex acts with a 13-year-old boy pleaded not guilty to multiple charges during an arraignment Nov. 1. Tyler L. Esposito, 19, was charged Oct. 24 in Racine County Circuit Court with four counts of second-degree sexual assault of a child younger than 16 […]
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An officer’s passion for the Special Olympics
Wangnoss, of Burlington, to represent state in international games By Jason Arndt Editor City of Burlington police officer Bryan Wangnoss knew he wanted to get involved with the Special Olympics after seeing the international organization brighten in his niece’s life. His niece, Hailey Disch, was born with Down syndrome has […]
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TITLETOWN: Burlington, Catholic Central volleyball unite to celebrate state championships
Parade, ceremony at BHS highlight historic titles By Jason Arndt jarndt@southernlakesnewspapers.com A “Titletown” united. That’s what happened on Monday, when the Burlington area celebrated not just one, but two WIAA state girls volleyball championships after Burlington captured its second straight title in Division 1 and Catholic Central won in […]
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Plymouth Church celebrates 160 years
By Jason Arndt Editor Since 1858, when Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ was officially chartered, the congregation continues to serve the Burlington community. In recognition of 160 years in Burlington, the church is welcoming members of the community to attend its seventh annual Heritage Sunday service and anniversary celebration […]
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Man charged with having sex with 13-year-old boy
A Burlington man charged with engaging in sex acts with a 13-year-old boy pleaded...
An officer’s passion for the Special Olympics
Mount Pleasant Police Officer Matt Prochaska (left) joins Bryan Wangnoss, of Burlington,...
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Elementary school referendum passes
Expansion, renovation plan gains 63% voter support Voters in the Union Grove Elementary...
Grove selects temporary treasurer as busy tax season looms
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A retired Racine County staffer with expertise in finance-related...
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TITLETOWN: Burlington, Catholic Central volleyball unite to celebrate state championships
Parade, ceremony at BHS highlight historic titles Members of the Burlington and Catholic Central volleyball teams pose with their state championship trophies Monday...
BACK 2 BACK: Burlington repeats as state volleyball champion
Demons claim 4th crown in 8 years The Burlington bench met the players on the court after Saturday’s state championship,...
BREAKING: Burlington Catholic Central wins volleyball state championship
Lady Toppers sweep Clayton, capture sixth gold ball in 13 years, 1st since 2012 Catholic Central players and coaches pose...
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Two for the show: Burlington, Catholic Central volleyball attempt to recreate magic of 2011-12
Demons earn 4 seed, Toppers 2 games from 1st title in six years Burlington Demon players hoist their sectional title plaque Saturday after beating Westosha Central....
FOOTBALL PREDICTIONS: And then there were 3
Mukwonago, East Troy, Waterford could all be underdogs Dominic Miller (left) and Tanner Keller celebrate a touchdown earlier...
FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Waterford marches on, will face longtime nemesis Waukesha West
Wolverines battle the other Wolverines, Waukesha West, in Level 2 Tanner Keller breaks off one of his four touchdown scampers...
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In this week’s Standard Press…
It was 20 years ago Friday when a plot to kill staff and students and Burlington High School was discovered, sending shockwaves through the community and putting Burlington in headlines around the world. In the two decades since then, school shootings have become a tragically regular occurrence and have […]
BETTY JANE SCHUCKMAN
Betty Jane Schuckman, 90, of Burlington, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018 at Pine Brook Pointe. She was born in Milwaukee on Feb. 28, 1928 to Albert and Susan (nee Henk) Kramer. She spent her early life in Milwaukee where she attended West Division High School. On Feb. 15, […]
WLLIAM HENRY MARCELL
William Henry Marcell, 80, went to his heavenly home on Nov. 9, 2018, while holding his beautiful bride’s hand at their home Moorhead, Minn. He spent his last days surrounded by family, love and prayers. Sweet William was born in Chicago on Feb. 4, 1838 (as he liked to […]
BARRY LAWRENCE POCZEKAJ
Barry Lawrence Poczekaj, 64, of Waterford, passed away peacefully in his sleep Nov. 7, 2018. Barry was born to Leonard and Ardis (nee Berendt) Poczekaj on Oct. 16, 1954 in Milwaukee. He was raised and attended school in the St. Francis and Wind Lake areas. Barry worked in the […]
Man charged with having sex with 13-year-old boy
A Burlington man charged with engaging in sex acts with a 13-year-old boy pleaded not guilty to multiple charges during an arraignment Nov. 1. Tyler L. Esposito, 19, was charged Oct. 24 in Racine County Circuit Court with four counts of second-degree sexual assault of a child younger than 16 […]
Man found unconscious in car in Waterford
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Nov. 8 for a Green Bay man found unconscious in his car in Waterford after using methamphetamine. Harley S. Chastain, 21, was charged Oct. 29 in Racine County Circuit Court with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and three counts of felony bail […]
An officer’s passion for the Special Olympics
Wangnoss, of Burlington, to represent state in international games By Jason Arndt Editor City of Burlington police officer Bryan Wangnoss knew he wanted to get involved with the Special Olympics after seeing the international organization brighten in his niece’s life. His niece, Hailey Disch, was born with Down syndrome has […]
TITLETOWN: Burlington, Catholic Central volleyball unite to celebrate state championships
Parade, ceremony at BHS highlight historic titles By Jason Arndt jarndt@southernlakesnewspapers.com A “Titletown” united. That’s what happened on Monday, when the Burlington area celebrated not just one, but two WIAA state girls volleyball championships after Burlington captured its second straight title in Division 1 and Catholic Central won in […]
Elementary school referendum passes
Expansion, renovation plan gains 63% voter support Voters in the Union Grove Elementary School District got behind a nearly $8 million plan to expand, reconfigure and maintain the K-8 school during Tuesday’s election. The referendum garnered 63 percent approval, passing 1,484 to 870, according to unofficial totals posted by the […]
High school receives additional funding for safety upgrades
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Plans are in motion to receive additional dollars for safety upgrades at Waterford Union High School, officials announced recently. During his routine monthly report to the School Board, WUHS Principal Dan Foster said the infusion of additional grant funds will go toward several efforts, including a […]
