Fox River students learn a lesson in heroism By Patricia Bogumil Editor A lot of kids these days mostly know about war from playing video games. And while this may have been true a few months ago for many students at Fox River Middle School in Waterford, it is no […]
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Bridge Street rezone sails through public hearing
Few comments made about apartment complex proposed for site By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff Writer A public hearing to discuss a zoning change of the property at 200 Bridge Street to allow construct of apartments got very little discussion Dec. 18 at the City of Burlington Common Council meeting. The public […]
Grant offers a ‘taste of entrepreneurship’ with community food project
By Julie Rossman Correspondent Shepherds College, Union Grove, has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Racine Community Foundation to develop the Shepherds College Gardens Community Food Project. Shepherds College is a post-secondary school for young adults with intellectual disabilities. Now in its fourth year, the school offers two major […]
In a class by herself
BHS’s Shebeneck named state’s top volleyball player for second straight year By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff Writer It’s hard not to take an instant liking to Burlington High School senior Kaysie Shebeneck. A 17-year-old with an easy smile, an outgoing demeanor and genuine affection for seemingly everyone she meets, Shebeneck has […]
After 22 years, Waterford town chairman position opens up
By Patricia Bogumil Editor After 22 years in office, Waterford Town Chairman Robert Langmesser has decided not to seek re-election. Langmesser’s official Notification of Non-Candidacy form for the April 2013 election arrived in the mail Dec. 14 at the town hall. It was sent from Mesa, Ariz., where Langmesser has […]
It’s dire straits for local cemetery
Lacking operating funds, group reaches out to city and town By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief When Bev Gill talks about the future of the Burlington Cemetery, she doesn’t mince words. “We’re broke,” she said Tuesday. “Things need to be taken care of and there isn’t anything in the checkbook. […]
City declares snow emergency
The City of Burlington officially declared a snow emergency at 3:30 p.m. Thursday. The declaration prohibits parking on all city streets while it remains in effect until noon Friday. Violators could have their vehicles towed — or at the very least plowed-in with mounds of snow — as public works […]
Woman arrested in attempted purse snatching
A 36-year-old Waterford woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempting to snatch a purse from another shopper at the Waterford Pick ‘n Save store earlier this month. Racine County Sheriff’s deputies arrested the 36-year-old Tuesday. She is not named here pending issuance of formal charges. According to sheriff’s officials, […]
Let it be proclaimed: We are really thankful!
Poll workers recognized at Village Board meeting Election inspectors and election day registration deputies for the Village of Waterford were honored Monday night by the Village Board for their service and dedication. “I’m so honored to work with these citizens who take the time to volunteer, attend numerous hours […]
Mayor plans talks with competing health care providers
He’s seeking alternatives to Aurora in Burlington By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Burlington Mayor Bob Miller met recently with a representative of an area health care provider to discuss local opportunities in light of Aurora Health Care’s decision to stop delivering babies at Memorial Hospital of Burlington. Miller, who […]
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