Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Partial Roof Collapse In Wauwatosa
Fire Officials said the section fell in at a building owned by Hansen Storage,2880 N 112th St.
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
Karen Pilarski, Patch Staff
- Waukesha, WI
My name is Karen Pilarski, Field Editor for Patch.com for the following communities: Waukesha, New Berlin, Brookfield and Wauwatosa.
I was a reporter for several years at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and Waukesha Freeman and most recently a news producer with WISN 12.
When I'm not busy chasing a story, I'm chasing my dog Sundae.
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New Berlin, WI|News|
New Berlin Man Dons Spider-Man Costume To Make People's Day
Mike Justman has put on a Spider-Man suit since March, when the pandemic hit, to visit children and adults all over southeastern Wisconsin.
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Waukesha|News|
'Keep Em Clear,' Waukesha Fire Department Says Of Fire Hydrants
The fire department asks people to post pictures dug-out hydrants for a chance to win a pizza party.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Mexican Restaurant Proposed For Former Thirsty Duck In Wauwatosa
Gabbi and Betsi Zierath, the sisters behind Elm Grove’s Zisters, are proposing a modern and trendy Mexican restaurant.
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Waukesha|News|
Married Waukesha Couple Creates Sweet Business Together
Jessie Bowen and her husband, Aaron, own The Lovebug Co., which makes and sells chocolate, treats and cakes.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Apartment Fire Extinguished Within 15 minutes
City of Waukesha Fire Department responded to an apartment fire at 7:20 a.m. on Tuesday in the 400 block of North East Avenue.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Former Brookfield Athlete Killed In Iowa After Altercation
Former Brookfield East High School athlete Aaron Thompson, 28, was shot in Wapello County, Iowa, on Thursday and died Friday.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Man Hit With Beer Bottles Following Bad Date: Police
Waukesha Police responded to a disorderly conduct call on Saturday in the 500 block of Summit Avenue.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
27-Year-Old Woman Struck And Killed By Car Near Wauwatosa
The accident was reported at 3:35 a.m. Tuesday in the 9400 block of W. Capitol Drive.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Man Found Dead With Multiple Stab Wounds
The discovery was made on Saturday in the 400 block of Madison Street. Police suspect it was self-inflicted but the investigation continues.
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New Berlin, WI|News|
Pandemic Causes Delay Of New Berlin Hotel Development
The project is for a Hampton Inn & Suites, a 4-story, 109 room premier hotel.
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Brookfield, WI|News|
Father And Son Team New Owners Of RE/MAX Realty 100 In Wisconsin
Jim and Adam Purcell have taken ownership of four offices in Greenfield, Brookfield, Hales Corners and Menomonee Falls.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
The Importance Of Libraries During The Pandemic
Library staff in Wauwatosa continue to stretch their capabilities to serve their patrons during a pandemic.
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New Berlin, WI|News|
New Berlin Woman Honors Sister's Legacy Through Advocacy
Carine Ellis' sister and father shared the same birthday and both died on March 2, 2017. She continues her sister's nonprofit organization.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha County Sheriff's Office Warns Of Scam
Someone claiming to be from the Waukesha County Sheriff's Office is calling citizens advising them that outstanding warrants.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Wauwatosa School Board To Consider In-Person Learning Date Change
The proposal is for middle and high school students to return to 5-day in-person learning starting March 2 instead of April 5.
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Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Driver Who Survived Plunge Off Milwaukee Interchange Cited
The driver, Richard Lee Oliver of Waukesha County, was reportedly driving 77 mph in a 55 mph zone when the crash happened.
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Waukesha|News|
Waukesha Nonprofit For Homeless Requests Temporary Housing Unit
Family Promise of Waukesha County provides assistance to homeless families and children.
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Waukesha|News|
HAWS Waukesha Mission To Save Over 500 At-Risk Shelter Pets
The flight on Friday is part of the “Love is in the Air” mission.
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New Berlin, WI|News|
New Berlin Encourages Residents To Sign Up For City Emails
New Berlin Notes come straight from the City Clerk every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month and will come directly to the subscriber’s email.
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