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Posts from ‘December, 2022’
Units responding for burst pipe in Trevor
At about 3:48 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a motel property in the 23100 block of 128th Street in Trevor. Per dispatch: A burst water pipe is being reported. Share11Tweet11 Shares
Deaths Dec. 30, 2022: MaryAnn Corns
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New Paris Fire Chief formally appointed
Colin Hennessey was formally appointed Chief of the Town of Paris Fire and Rescue Department Thursday.. Colin Hennessey is the first full-time chief appointed for the Paris Fire Department. This was also the first time the department has held a ceremony like this. It was the culmination of a process that began with the retirement […]
Deaths Dec. 29, 2022: Joanne Perret, Tauran Carl Lewkowicz
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Kenosha County Public Health providing $5 radon test kits in trade for nonperishable food donation
From Kenosha County Public Health: Kenosha County Public Health is offering $5 radon test kits throughout January — Radon Action Month — to anyone who donates a nonperishable food item. There is a limit of one kit per person. All food donations will go to local food pantries. “This is a great opportunity to ensure […]
Units responding for fire in Paddock Lake
At about 6:53 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a report of a fire in the 25300 block of 75th Street in Paddock Lake. Per dispatch: This is a vehicle fire in a parking lot. Front of vehicle reportedly fully engulfed in fire. No one is in the vehicle. UPDATE 6:55 p.m. — […]
New Family Caregiver Support Group to meet Jan. 5
The role of a family caregiver, while rewarding, can also be challenging when trying to balance life’s responsibilities along with supporting the needs of another individual, family member or friend. The Kenosha County Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is offering a new Family Caregiver Support Group, the first Thursday of every month. Family caregivers […]
Agenda: Bristol Village Board meeting Dec. 28, 2022
The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to hold a regular semi-monthly meeting Wednesday starting at 7 p.m. at Village Hall. Among the agenda items are: Discuss and consider for approval the request of Scott Ahles 5482 S, Westridge Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151 (Applicant) and Jeremy Hall 9421 200th Avenue, Bristol, WI 53104 (Owner) for […]
Warm-up to begin Wednesday
The National Weather Service is forecasting a warm-up hereabouts starting Wednesday featuring a string of high temperatures in the 40s. To keep that in perspective, need I remind you of the winter storm warning and wind chill advisory of late last week? The latest, local NWS forecast calls for high temps of 40 or above […]
Units responding for crash in Trevor
At about 4:36 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a crash at Highways 83 and C in Trevor for a crash. Per dispatch: Initial report was no injuries, but deputy already on scene reporting one injured person. UPDATE 4:39 p.m. — Fire unit arriving on scene reports scene is just west of the […]
2022-23 first trimester Riverview School honor roll
The following students were named to the 2022-23 first trimester Riverview School honor roll: 8th Grade: High Honors — Addison Brown, Jaxon Caldwell, Jessica Clow, Addison Coates, Alex Cosio, Elle Drissel,William Du Chemin, Jack Dzierzanowski, Nathan Dzierzanowski, Ardyn Faber, Luci Hart, Emma Harvey, Elliana Hernandez, Summer Kocsor, Kiley Krecji, Aubree Lidbloom, Kohen Lindquist, Kyla Mc […]
A word from our sponsors: Wilmot Auto Service offers exceptional service, quality products and unparalleled customer satisfaction
Note: Wilmot Auto Service is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH Wilmot Auto Service, Inc is an independent auto repair shop and has earned the Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition as prescribed by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, (ASE), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of vehicle […]
Happy Holidays from westofthei.com!
We’d like to say thank you to all of our loyal readers and advertisers who continue to make westofthei.com possible. We will continue to work to become more useful to you every day. Sincerely, Darren and Karen Hillock Share26Tweet26 Shares
Units responding to structure fire in Bristol
11:05 a.m – Bristol Fire and Rescue, Salem Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue are responding to a structure fire in the 19900 block of 82nd St. UPDATE 11:24 a.m. – Bristol Fire and Rescue have upgraded the fire to a MABAS Box Alarm. Other units will be responding. Share2Tweet2 Shares
Wind chill advisory issued
The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. The wind chill advisory is set to be in effect until 10 a.m., Sunday. Wind chill values of 20 to 25 below zero are expected during the advisory period. Wind chill that cold can cause frostbite […]
Sheriff’s Dept. weather & traffic-related calls for service report during storm
From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department: Thursday 12-22-22 through Friday 12-23-22 Kenosha County experienced very cold temperatures and snow/ice-covered roadways. Kenosha County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the following weather and traffic-related calls for service. — 4 crashes with injuries— 28 property-damage crashes— 24 assist motorists— 6 Road Hazards— 5 Fire Calls At this time there […]
2022 Paddock Lake Outdoor Decoration Contest winners announced (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
Here are the winners of the 2022 Village of Paddock Lake Outdoor Decoration Contest: First place — The Warren house on 239th Court. Second place — The Schwallenbach house on 73rd Street. Third Place — The Schultz house on 66th Street. Honorable mention — The Wagner house on 243rd Court. First place won $50 and second […]
A word from our sponsors: Village of Twin Lakes seeking deputy clerk
Note: The following is a paid announcement from the village of Twin Lakes. — DH The Village of Twin Lakes (population 6,429) is seeking qualified candidates for the full time position of Deputy Clerk. This position assists the Clerk in maintaining all Village records as well as managing election, tax roll, website management and licensing […]
Region downgraded to winter weather advisory
The National Weather Service has downgraded Kenosha County and the region to a winter weather advisory. The advisory is set to remain in effect until 9 a.m., Saturday. In effect, conditions are still bad, but just not quite as bad as the earlier forecast and warning anticipated. Says the advisory text: Westerly wind gusts around […]
County agencies offer extreme cold weather tips
From Kenosha County Emergency Management: Kenosha County Public Health in cooperation with the Kenosha County Division of Emergency Management is issuing tips for keeping warm and safe during the upcoming extreme weather. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Kenosha County from Thursday, Dec. 22 until 6 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. […]
Deaths Dec. 12, 2022: Angela Clark-Lange
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Suspect shoots self after fleeing deputies
A driver that was being pursued by deputies in Western Kenosha County this afternoon appears to have shot themselves. From a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department news release: This afternoon on 12-22-22 at 12:49 PM a Kenosha County Deputy located a suspect with a felony warrant for bail jumping and threats to injure driving in the […]
Units responding to crash on I-94
At about 3:13 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Protection District units are responding to a report of a crash in the 9200 block of I-94. Per dispatch: Crash is in the northbound lanes. Two vehicles involved. Share34Tweet34 Shares
Units responding to Highways 45 and K in Bristol
At about 1:08 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units are responding to the area of Highways 45 and K in Bristol. Per dispatch: Response is for a person slumped over the wheel of a vehicle. Deputies already on the scene. This is related to a pursuit by KCSD. UPDATE about 3:37 p.m. — The Kenosha […]
A word from our sponsors: Register now for Westosha Sports Complex Holiday Baseball Camp Dec. 27, 28, 29
Note: This is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH Westosha Sports Complex is happy to announce that we are partnering with @justinlavey7 and @santanabaseball for our HOLIDAY BASEBALL CAMP!! DATES: December 27th, 28th, and 29th. This camp will focus on hitting, pitching, fielding, base running and so much more with a little […]
Local schools close for Thursday
All local schools will be closed Thursday, most due to the coming winter storm. Some schools already had teacher inservices scheduled for Thursday where students were not attending. The area is under a winter storm warning from 9 a.m. on Thursday to 6 a.m. on Saturday. Some accumulating snow and strong winds blowing accumulated snow […]
Winter storm warning issued
The National Weather Service has now issued a winter storm warning for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. The warning is set to be in effect from 9 a.m., Thursday to 6 a.m., Saturday. Snow accumulation is actually down in the latest, local NWS forecast. One to 3 inches of snow are now […]
Units responding to Wilmot UHS for alarm
At 9:02 a.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to Wilmot Union High School for an alarm. Per dispatch: Deputy on scene reports no signs of smoke or fire. Share8Tweet8 Shares
Winter storm watch shifts; winter weather advisory added
The National Weather Service has revised its bulletins regarding the next few days. The winter weather watch has now shifted later to be in effect between 6 p.m., Thursday to 6 a.m., Saturday. A winter weather advisory has been added for 6 a.m. Thursday until the watch kicks in at 6 p.m. Current snow accumulations […]
