CBS executive Kahl appreciates his hometown roots By Dave Fidlin Correspondent For more than two decades, he has been one of the top decision-makers at one of the nation’s most prominent TV networks, determining what shows make it to the airwaves – and which disappear. But even after his […]
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City seeks state aid for sinkhole
Officials will apply for grant from DOT to help fund repair By Jason Arndt Staff Writer As flood-related expenses pile up in the City of Burlington, officials hope a Department of Transportation disaster fund can offset some of the costs to repair a sinkhole on Madison Street. […]
Aldermen to host listening sessions
First of informal gatherings is Saturday In an effort to better connect with the community, members of the City of Burlington Common Council will host two informal sessions, dubbed “Coffee with an Alderman,” this month. The sessions are scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 23, from 8 to 10 a.m. and Tuesday, […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
This week’s print edition of the Burlington Standard Press includes of front-page feature story on how Kelly Kahl, president of entertainment for CBS, keeps his Burlington roots close to his heart. Readers will also find stories about: • Why local Republican legislators believe the proposed Foxconn development will be transformational […]
Park work is a sight for sore eyes, mayor says
Work begins on turning eyesore into scout’s dream By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Work began this week on the conversion of a rundown former gas station site into a gateway park for the City of Burlington. Crews from Reesman’s excavating and landscaping were on site Monday and Tuesday, moving […]
City won’t buy downtown site
Officials were considering Roger’s Auto property By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief The City of Burlington has decided not to pursue the purchase of the current Roger’s Auto property, 233 Main St. The Common Council met in a closed session Sept. 12 and opted not to buy the property […]
Special meeting on future of dispatch is Sept. 27
Meeting will be held at DPW facility By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief The City of Burlington will discuss the future of its emergency services dispatching system at a special meeting of the Common Council on Sept. 27. Meeting will be held at the city’s Department of Public Works facility, […]
City revokes permit for auto business
Commission cracks down on Motor Sports business By Jason Arndt Staff Writer After 10 years of haggling and compromise, the Burlington Plan Commission on Tuesday revoked a conditional use permit issued to Jeffrey Way of Motor Sports Auto Sales, which has faced noncompliance concerns since 2007. As part of the […]
Roundabout opening now slated for October
DOT official says there will be a learning curve for some drivers By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief It will be about another month before Highway 142 and the roundabout intersection at McCanna Parkway in Burlington are fully open to traffic, according to an official with the state Department of […]
Alderman concerned about reduced hours at compost site
City plans review to review use and set appropriate schedule By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief A Burlington alderman is concerned the city’s recent decision to reduce hours at the community compost site comes at the busiest time of the year for yard work. “With the reduction in hours and […]