But mayor says most of his concerns have been satisfied by owner   By Ed Nadolski Editor in chief A proposal for a new asphalt mixing plant on a portion of the former J.W. Peters property is shaping up as a classic NIMBY (not in my backyard) issue – except […]

Burlington sure does as it hosts annual festival If you crave chocolate and want a sweet, brief excursion from everyday life, Burlington ChocolateFest is just the ticket. This year’s theme is “Got Chocolate?” and the festival’s volunteer organizers are ready to answer with a resounding, “Yes, and a whole lot […]

  By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer The Burlington Area School District Board of Education approved the final piece of the district administrative puzzle Monday night, approving the hiring of Ruth Schenning as the new business manager. Peter Smet, the current business manager and assistant superintendent, said the job posting went […]

Operator wants more time to address neighbors’ concerns By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer Opponents to a proposed yoga studio moving into a pre-Civil War home on Jefferson Street – and the change in zoning it would signal – got a surprise at Tuesday night’s City of Burlington Common Council meeting. […]

Governor visits local facility to announce tax credit incentives By Ed Nadolski Editor in chief An expansion at LDV’s Burlington facility that could create as many as 30 jobs got a boost last week with the announcement – delivered in person by Gov. Scott Walker – that the company is […]

Teacher resignations, non-renewals complete process   By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer The Burlington Area School District staffing picture got a little clearer Monday night, as the School Board approved several resignations and prepared to issue final notices of non-renewal. Last week, BASD Superintendent David Moyer said the school district had […]

Albrecht was among protesters ticketed at fundraiser for incumbent Republican   By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer In what promises to be an interesting set of fall elections, at least one local incumbent will be challenged. Republican State Rep. Robin Vos, current  63rd Assembly District representative, will be challenged by Burlington […]

Artwork created by Burlington High School senior Anne Kocha is headed to the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Kocha’s colored pencil and ink piece, titled “Heart,” was selected winner of this year’s First District Congressional Art Competition among submissions from young artists throughout the district. Kocha and her art teacher, Carrie […]

By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer It appears the saga of the former Department of Public Works building for the City of Burlington – or rather, the property it used to sit on – is finally winding down. The City of Burlington Plan Commission gave its nod of approval May 8 […]