Posts from ‘March, 2012’

Salem Egg Hunt 2012 coverage

Salem Town Hall was the site of the Spring Fling Vendor/Craft/Bake Sale, which included an Easter Egg Hunt this afternoon. Here’s some video (by Maggie Hillock) of scenes from the hunt: ShareTweet0 Shares

Westosha Kiwanis Egg Hunt 2012 coverage

Westosha Kiwanis Club hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt today at Salem School. Besides the main attraction, the event included an appearance by the Easter Bunny and the chance to get a good look at the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department armored vehicle. The hunters were grouped by ages. Here’s some video of the action (by Maggie Hillock): […]

Units responding for carbon monoxide alarm

At 9:40 p.m., Salem Fire/Rescue is responding to a report of a carbon monoxide alarm in the 12700 block of 228th Avenue, Salem (Cross Lake area). Dispatch says no one is reporting carbon monoxide related symptoms. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Silver Lake Egg Hunt 2012 Coverage

Silver Lake hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt today at Schmalfeldt Park. The festivities started out with Mr. Easter Bunny being transported to the park on a Silver Lake Fire Department truck. Egg hunters searched in sectioned off areas by age. Those who found a golden egg won a special prize. The egg hunt is […]

Wheatland Easter Egg Hunt coverage

The Town of Wheatland Fire Department Auxiliary hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt today at the fire station in New Munster. Participating children, up to the age of 10, were able to collect plastic eggs filled with candy and prizes. Older children hunted outside in the grass while the younger ones picked up their eggs in the fire equipment bays. Here is some […]

Twin Lakes FD aiding Richmond FD for fire

At about 1:30 p.m., Twin Lake Fire Department is responding to a request for mutual aid from Richmond Fire Department for a structure fire in the 3900 block of East Solon Road, Richmond. Twin Laks is responding with an engine. UPDATE 1:44 p.m. — Box alarm activated and more mutual aid being brought in including […]

Kenosha County Youth As Resources grant deadline is April 12

Looking for money for your next community service or service learning project? Kenosha County Youth As Resources, a program dedicated to youth empowerment, is seeking youth-led groups to apply for grant funds of up to $500 for their next service project. A simple two-page application form and a short presentation to YAR board members are […]

Pitter Patter Animal Rescue to host a donation table April 1

Pitter Patter Animal Rescue 220 E. Lake St., Silver Lake,  a no kill, 501(c)(3) animal rescue will be manning a “Help The Rescues” donation table at Sentry Foods 600 N. Lake Ave., Twin Lakes, on Sunday April 1, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Many of the items on the wish list may be purchased […]

The Hope Council to offer free alcohol and drug screenings

The Hope Council on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse will offer free screening for alcohol and other drug problems on Thursday, April 5 to individuals who may question if their use of alcohol or other drugs or that of a loved one is risky or abusive. The screening is in recognition of National Alcohol Screening […]

Units responding for crash in Bristol

At 9:48 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue and deputies are responding to a report of  a crash at Highways 45 and C, Bristol. UPDATE 9:51 p.m. — Deputy at scene tells dispatch no injuries being reported. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding to crash in Paris

At about 4:21 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue and Sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highways 45 and KR. A passerby reporting the crash to dispatch thought rescue might be needed. he crash is in the southwest corner of the intersection. UPDATE 4:27 p.m. — Deputy on scene reports that two patients […]

Brenna Kempf to appear in Milwaukee Chamber Theater production of Bus Stop

Brenna Kempf, a 2009 graduate of Wilmot High School and current theater major at University of Wisconsin-Parkside, will be appearing in the Milwaukee Chamber Theater’s performance of Bus Stop, by William Inge, which runs from April 12 through April 29. In the middle of a howling blizzard, four passengers become stranded overnight in a small-town […]

Units responding to car in ditch in Paddock Lake

At 9:26 a.m., sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a vehicle in the ditch in the 6500 lock of 248th Avenue, Paddock Lake. Dispatch says no injuries are being reported at this time. Vehicle involved is a truck. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Rebuilding of I-94 southbound lanes between Highway 50 and 158 to begin soon

Major lane reductions are taking place on I-94 between Highway 50 and Highway 158 as part of the ongoing I-94 North-South Freeway Reconstruction Project. Until late 2012, I-94 will be restricted to two lanes in each direction between Highways 50 and 158 as the southbound roadway is reconstructed and widened. Speed limits will be reduced […]

Bristol Job’s Daughters open house is Saturday

Job’s Daughters Bethel 79 is hosting an open house, followed by games and refreshments, at 10 a.m. Saturday at Washburn Masonic Temple, 8102 199th Ave., Bristol. The public is invited to find out more about what Job’s Daughters has to offer girls. Job’s Daughters is a premier organization for young women ages 10 to 20. […]

Wilmot Trap Teams results versus Marquette

The Varsity and Junior Varsity Wilmot Trap Teams defeated Marquette Hilltoppers recently in their first conference meet of the season. Top 5 varsity shooters: Joe Aselson – PERFECT 25; Ryan Kipstreuer – PERFECT 25; Dakotah Gyger; John Lass; Steve Heelein. Top 5 JV shooters: Brendon Pietschman; Kyle Pufahl; James Daniels; Vincent Burke; Greg Axelson. Top 5 Intermediate Shooters: Evan Orre; Matthew Phillips; Croy Kirch; Ben Epping; Anthony Sanberg. Share15Tweet15 Shares

Unis responding for medical call on Highway 50

At about 3:47 p.m., Salem Fire/Rescue and Silver Lake Rescue are responding to  a report of an unknown medical problem in teh 30700 block of Highway 50, Salem. Dispatch reports that a person reported a car on the shoulder with hazard lights on and an adult male lying outside the vehicle. UPDATE 3:52 p.m. — Deputy on […]

Units responding for report of grass fire in Paris

At 3:33 p.m., Prais Fire and Rescue and a sheriff’s deputy are responding for a report of a grass fire in the 18600 block of Highway 142 (Burlington Road), Paris. Dispatch says a firefighter at the scene is requesting a grass rig respond. UPDATE 3:43 p.m. — Fire is out. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Aurora Pharmacies in Paddock Lake and Twin Lakes closing today

The Aurora Pharmacies in Twin Lakes and Paddock Lake have been sold to Walgreens. Those two Aurora Pharmacies were among 11 sold to Walgreens, said Adam Beeson, an Aurora spokesman. The Twin Lakes and Paddock Lake Aurora pharmacies will close as of the end of business today, with their customer lists being transferred to Walgreens. The clinics located in […]

WisDOT expected to host roundabout meeting in April

View Larger Map The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is expected to host a public hearing on a proposal to locate  roundabout at the Highway 45 and K intersection, Bristol village Trustee Carolyn Owens announced at Monday’s Village Board meeting. Village administrator said he also heard about that meeting informally froma  DOT official. He said he would post on the […]

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Note: Pink Platypus Consignments is a westofthei.com sponsor — DH Dozens of local consignors are busily preparing gently-used/like-new condition items and pricing them to sell to savvy shoppers at this weekend’s Pink Platypus Consignments Spring/Summer Children’s Consignment Sale. The sale runs Saturday, March 31, 9 am-7 pm and Sunday, 9 am-3 pm at Salem Grade School, […]

Wheatland Easter Egg Hunt set for Saturday

The Town of Wheatland Fire Department Auxiliary Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m., sharp. The hunt takes place at New Munster Park. Ages 1 to 10 are welcome. This is a free community event sponsored by the Town of Wheatland Fire Department Auxiliary. In the event of inclement weather, the hunt will […]

Units responding for gas smell investigation

At 4:20 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue is responding to the 19900 block of 82nd Street, Bristol, for an investigation. Dispatch reports that person at the address smells a strong gas odor outside, but not inside. UPDATE 4:20 p.m. — We Energies requested to respond by fire personnel at the scene. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Lows in the 30s forecast for next three nights

The National Weather Service is calling for low temperatures in the 30s the next three nights. Tonight, with a low of 35, should be the coldest and see patches of frost. Temperatures are expected to rebound some this weekend, with lows in the 40s and 50s Saturday and Sunday respectively. ShareTweet0 Shares

Salem Fire/Rescue firefighters participate in Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb

Eight Salem Fire/Rescue firefighters participated in The American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb in Milwaukee on March 17. The firefighters had to climb the US Bank Building in full turnout gear plus an air pack all weighing approximately 75 pounds. That was a grand total of 1,046 stairs. Together the Salem team raised $1,385 […]

Silver Lake Citizens for Growth and American Legion hosting dance and music jams

Note: Some of the info in this story has changed from an earlier version, which has been removed. — DH The Silver Lake American Legion, and the Silver Lake Citizens for Growth will be hosting dance and music every other Sunday The jams will be held from 2 to 5  p.m. with a small cost of […]

Units responding for injury at Trevor School

At 11:26 a.m., Salem Fire/Rescue is responding to a Trevor-Wilmot School for an injured child. UPDATE 11:28 a.m. — Dispatch reports that patient is a student who fell and has an arm injury. Share5Tweet5 Shares

Silver Lake Easter Egg Hunt is March 31

The 16th annual Silver Lake Easter Egg Hunt will be March 31 at Schmalfeldt Park. The hunt begins promptly at 11 a.m. when “Mr. Bunny” (a.k.a. Austin Stoxen) arrives atop a shiny fire engine. The hunt is restricted to children between the ages of 3 and 6. Parents of children are asked not to accompany youngsters during […]

Units responding for report of crash on Camp Lake Road

At 10:47 a.m., Salem Fire/Rescue units from the Salem and Wilmot stations are responding to a report of a crash in the 9400 block of Camp Lake Road. Dispatch reports a vehicle may be rolled over and someone may be trapped in a vehicle. UPDATE 10:48 a.m. — Trevor station personnel toned out as well. UPDATE 10:52 a.m. — […]

Paris considers — and passes some — changes to town fees

The Paris Town Board considered a number of fees it charges at a Town Board meeting Tuesday evening. Supervisor Ron Kammerzelt and Clerk/Treasurer Beverly McCumber had researched and proposed some changes to various fees. After discussion, the board passed some, changed some proposed increases back to their current levels and tabled a couple others until next month for final consideration. Increased were […]

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