By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer Concerns about some wording involving costs in the contract between the Tichigan Volunteer Fire Co. and the Village of Waterford’s fire department were raised Tuesday night at the Town of Waterford annual meeting. With a handful of people in attendance, Chairman Robert Langmesser brought up […]
Author: Tracy Ouellette
Dover board approves expansion of Conserv’s ammonia storage
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Conserv FS was issued a conditional use permit to expand its anhydrous ammonia storage after multiple rounds of questioning by the Town of Dover Planning Commission April 10. The approval comes less than three months after neighboring townships were evacuated due to a possible anhydrous ammonia […]
Nude neighbor charged with seven felonies
By Patricia Bogumil Editor A Rochester man upped the yuck factor to the term “neighborhood watch” by allegedly spying on children entering a preschool while standing nude in front of a bedroom window at his house. According to the criminal complaint filed April 15 in Racine County Circuit Court: William […]
Lots of stuff involved in sewer backup claim
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A property owner’s claim against the Village of Waterford for a sewer backup could be denied, based on a recommendation by the Public Works Utilities Committee. On Monday, committee members followed the advice of legal counsel, the village’s insurance provider and Public Works Director Jeff Dolezal […]
High School fire out with luck and skill
By Patricia Bogumil Editor Fire investigators believe foul play had no role in a predawn fire that broke out at Waterford High School April 15, according to Racine County Sheriff Chris Schmaling. Instead, the cause of the fire in an auxiliary room off the main gym is considered to likely […]
Drop off unused medicines for free disposal
A free medicine collection will be held Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Raymond Town Hall, 2255 S. 76th St. All Racine County residents are invited to drop off any outdated or unused medicine that evening, including both over-the-counter and prescription medications. While you’re there, meet Friday, […]
Recount confirms results of village trustee election
By Patricia Bogumil Editor A recount of votes cast in the April 2 election for the Trustee No. 3 position on the Union Grove Village Board confirms newcomer Adam Graf narrowly besting incumbent Ronald Bogard. The official recount tally is Graf, 300 votes; Bogard, 328, according to Jill Kopp, the […]
Well repairs encounter snags
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Efforts to bring a malfunctioning well into working order in the Village of Waterford continue as warmer temperatures start making their return. Director of Public Works Jeff Dolezal this week provided an update on Well No. 1, which is located on the Village Hall grounds at […]
Sandbags available at Village Hall
Communities west of Interstate 94 in Racine County have been issued a flood warning. The rain forecasted in the next three days may cause the river level to rise above the 2008 flood conditions. Village property owners may pick up filled sandbags at the Village of Waterford Public Works building, […]
Third annual Waterford Brewfest brewing
The Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce and Waterford Lions Club are hosting the third annual Waterford Brewfest from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, April 27, at the Cotton Exchange, 345 Hickory Hollow Road, Waterford. Regular and VIP tickets are available. All tickets include unlimited tasting, souvenir sample glass and […]
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