In addition to a slate of local races, Western Racine County voters next Tuesday will have a choice of candidates in two contests for open seats on the Racine County Circuit Court. Burlington attorney Tim Boyle and Racine attorney/municipal judge Mark Nielsen are seeking the Branch 10 seat that […]
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School Board race likely to drive local turnout
Robust interest seen in Tuesday’s election By Ed Nadolski Editor in chief If recent history is any indication, upwards of 40 percent of local voters will likely turnout for Tuesday’s spring election. Enticed by a hotly contested local School Board election and the Republican Presidential Preference Primary, Burlington voters have […]
Hoping for a Festivus miracle? Town, WSD grievances aired
By Patricia Bogumil Interim editor Routine business at the Waterford Town Hall has taken on the feel of a Festivus festival, an event made popular in the long-running Seinfeld TV show – replete with a traditional “Airing of Grievances.” The topic of work place confrontations was discussed March 7 at […]
Saturday’s Easter egg hunt features food drive
Participants in the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Burlington High School March 31 will not only have a chance to find sweet prizes inside brightly colored eggs, but their families will also have an opportunity to contribute to a local food pantry. The fifth annual egg hunt, organized and hosted […]
City officer who faces charges resigns
Brierly charged with disorderly conduct following domestic dispute By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer After being suspended pending an internal investigation following a domestic incident in December, City of Burlington Police Officer Andrew Brierly has officially tendered his resignation. City Police Chief Peter Nimmer confirmed the resignation Tuesday. “Officer Brierly […]
Library carpeting project means limited hours, longer checkouts
By Patricia Bogumil Interim editor After 11 years of getting tramped on by more than 80,000 pairs of feet, the carpeting at the Waterford Library is being replaced. As a result, the library will have limited hours from Monday, March 26 through Friday, March 30. During that time, open hours […]
Average pump price here eclipsed $4 last week
Average retail gasoline prices in Wisconsin have risen 5.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4 per gallon yesterday. This compares with the national average that has increased 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.86, according to gasoline price website WisconsinGasPrices.com. Including the change in […]
Town of Waterford election offers three choices for two seats
Three candidates are seeking two Town of Waterford supervisor positions in the April 3 election. Incumbents Dale Gauerke and Timothy Szeklinski face challenger Jeffrey Klyzub. The two-year positions pay $7,375 annually. Information provided by each candidate follows. Dale Gauerke Age: 65 Address: 5355 Northwest Highway, Waterford Education: BSE, MSE, […]
Easy money or more debt?
Council debates merits of accelerating projects while financing is a bargain By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff writer With interest rates at an all-time low, the City of Burlington is considering accelerating its road repair program and other capital improvements over the next two years. However, with the city needing to […]
Village of Rochester election features five in board trustee race
Five candidates are seeking three Village of Rochester trustee positions in the April 3 election. Incumbents Christopher Bennett and Christian Johnson face challengers Steve Fladwood, Charlie Pietrowski and Russ Kumbier. The two-year positions pay $3,500 annually, plus $25 per meeting. Information provided by each candidate follows. Steven Fladwood Age: 68 […]
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