Imagine having a run of good luck at a Milwaukee casino and then cashing out and heading home to Burlington for the evening. But – soon after stepping out of the car in your driveway – a man you’ve never met sticks a gun in your ribs and demands […]
Sports & Other News
Aquatic Center set to open Saturday
Registrations for memberships, aquatic programs are open for second season at new facility After a record-setting inaugural season, the Burlington Community Aquatic Center is gearing up for the 2019 season with opening day slated for Saturday, June 1. “I’m super excited for the new season,” Aquatic Center Director Jeanne Otter […]
Festival fireworks moved to Saturday
Due to forecasted rain, Burlington ChocolateFest officials have rescheduled the fireworks display originally slated for Friday night to Saturday night. The display is now set for 9 p.m. Saturday over the festival grounds between Milwaukee and Maryland avenues. The fireworks were in jeopardy earlier this year when longtime sponsor […]
Deputy dog ends wild chase
Racine man charged with multiple felonies A Racine man is charged with multiple felonies and suffered a close encounter with a K9 deputy after fleeing from authorities at 95 mph Sunday morning in the Town of Raymond. Anthony Chambliss, 30, is charged with second-degree recklessly endangering safety, attempting to flee […]
City police to staff crosswalks at ChocolateFest
Solution will cost more, eliminate one of the previously used crosswalks By Jason Arndt Editor Burlington ChocolateFest organizers have turned to local police for support after an aggressive search for a new contractor for crossing guard and pedestrian services turned up empty. The support, however, comes with some officer overtime […]
Driver killed in collision with train
The driver of a vehicle that collided with a train at a private crossing in Western Kenosha County Thursday afternoon was killed in the crash, according to Sheriff’s Office. A southbound Canadian National train pulling 103 rail cars collided with the vehicle shortly after 1 p.m. at crossing […]
St. Thomas to close school
Declining enrollment forced parish’s decision By Cathy Kozlowicz Correspondent After 167 years of religious-based education at Waterford’s St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School, parish officials recently made the decision to close the school. This was announced at a special parish meeting May 16. The families of students who attend the school […]
Fiehweg’s bomb, Baker’s gem boost Wolverines in softball playoff
Injury-depleted Demons simply can’t solve resurgent Waterford squad By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent It’s been awhile since the Waterford softball squad has made a large dent in the WIAA postseason. This spring, they’re well on their way, and they had the added pleasure of doing it against their biggest rival, Burlington. […]
ChocolateFest rolls with the glitz of Vegas
Viva Choco Vegas theme will carry event through holiday weekend By Tracy Ouellette Staff Writer The game is on this year at Burlington’s annual ChocolateFest celebration. With the theme of “Viva Choco Vegas! the sweetest festival in the area promises to be chock full of fun. As in year’s past, […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
When it comes to chocolate, keeping the treat cool and fresh is the key to enjoyment. And that’s not far off the mark the organizers set each year for ChocolateFest – Burlington’s marquee annual festival. Organizers are looking for the right mix of new experiences and traditional favorites to […]
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