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Waterford

Rochester backs fire company

Village Board defends local service against outside criticism By Dave Fidlin Correspondent While structural changes might be necessary in the road ahead, Rochester officials recently doubled down on their assertion the local fire company is adequately serving the community’s needs. Rochester Fire Company Chief Jack Biermann, Village Administrator-Treasurer Betty Novy […]

Burlington

County eyes new beach house at Fischer Park

Construction eyed for 2020 once final approval is given By Jason Arndt Editor Racine County’s plan to replace the aging beach house at Einer Fischer Park came closer to fruition Dec. 16 when the county’s Economic Development and Land Use Planning Committee awarded a conditional use permit. Julie Anderson, Racine […]

Waterford

The ultimate play date

Children, parents and grandparents get creative with Play-Doh recently during Waterford Public Library’s Ultimate Play Date, a workshop that offered youngsters a sample of some of the season’s hottest toys. (Photo by Maureen Vander Sanden)

News

Christmas in the Barn returns to local farm

Live Nativity has become 51-year tradition for local church By Jason Arndt Editor Community members can explore the real reason to celebrate Christmas at the 51st annual Christmas in the Barn held Dec. 24 at the John and Cindy Squire Farm, 26715 Church Road, Burlington. The annual event presented by […]

Burlington

Former official’s case continued until March

Fettes is one of 28 accused in Illinois crackdown By Jason Arndt Editor Former Burlington Town Board member Tyson Fettes had his status hearing on charges he solicited prostitutes in Rockford, Illinois, continued at a Dec. 13 appearance before judge Joseph McGraw of Winnebago County’s 17th Judicial Circuit Court. Fettes, […]

Waterford

Christmas comes in with a bang

Fireworks explode over downtown Waterford Dec. 7 at the conclusion of Absolutely Waterford’s Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade. The parade was followed by a community Christmas tree lighting at the Waterford Public Library and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. (Photo by Chad Hensiak)

Burlington

Officials: City ready to take over rescue

City Council finalizes plans for transition of service By Jason Arndt Editor The Common Council finalized plans for the City of Burlington Fire Department to take over ambulance services from Burlington Rescue Squad, Inc. at Tuesday’s meeting. Burlington Rescue Squad, which voted to dissolve Dec. 2, will effectively end services […]

Burlington

Truck overturns near bypass

Firefighters and rescue personnel examine the scene of a semi-truck rollover Wednesday evening. The incident occurred at the intersection of the Highway 11 Burlington bypass and Highway JS (West Chestnut Street) just west of the Burlington Municipal Airport. Information on the condition of the truck’s driver was not immediately available. […]

Burlington

In this week’s Standard Press…

      For 50 years members of English Settlement United Methodist Church have invited the community to experience the true meaning of Christmas. The congregation is prepared to host its 51st live Nativity on Christmas Eve next week. It’s an event that, according to an organizer, unleashes the peace of the […]