I graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire with 2 bachelor's degrees, one in Print Journalism and the second in Spanish. I then interned in the online department for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and also spent a year as a copy editor for the Green BayPress Gazette. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Business Administration with an emphasis in Internet Marketing degree from the Florida Institute of Technology (don't worry, classes are all online, so I'll still be covering the news here!)
Bill Wisth of Mequon claimed Port police used unnecessary force during his arrest in September, saying police "beat him up." Law officials said he was uncooperative, and Port officials on Tuesday denied his insurance claim.
Despite several aldermen clearly opposing an ordinance that would allow chickens inside city limits, City Administrator Mark Grams is researching the topic to see whether it would be a viable concept.
Police say the suspect, 17, sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl he was dating in August.
A roundup of recent activity from the police blotter also includes disorderly students and a drunk teen at school.
A Harris Bank employee had walked through the back door to leave work when a car pulled in to use the ATM and hit her, sending the pedestrian onto the vehicle's hood.
The resident received a call from someone claiming to be her grandson stuck in jail in Mexico.
In discussing whether to approve a special permit needed to move forward with renovation plans for the former M&I buildings in downtown Port Washington, some officials raise concerns about parking needed for such developments.
A meeting next week between officials and business owners will offer a chance for concerns to be aired before the final reading on the Feb. 20 council meeting.
Have you been to this Saukville bar and grill? Review and rate them on Patch!
Developer Gertjan van den Broek of Renew Port Holdings LLC will present plans to the Port Washington Common Council on Tuesday night for renovations to the former M&I Building that include an additional 48-foot-tall building.
Numbers from 2011 show the five top paid employees in the Port Washington, with coinciding benefits package costs; it may come as a surprise that the highest paid employee doesn't have the the benefits package to go with it.
A look ahead to what you need to know in Port Washington and Saukville this week.
When thinking about adopting a dog or puppy to join your family, options other than traditional animal shelters do exist.
Port PiraTech Robotics team hosting an open house on Monday at Port Washington High School.
But the mighty bulldog pushes its way into the Top 5, as the American Kennel Club releases the annual list that gets everyone talking. Share your photos of your favorite breed!
But the mighty bulldog pushes its way into the Top 5, as the American Kennel Club releases the annual list that gets everyone talking. Share your photos of your favorite breed!
But the mighty bulldog pushes its way into the Top 5, as the American Kennel Club releases the annual list that gets everyone talking. Share your photos of your favorite breed!
A 32-year-old Saukville woman is facing felony charges for retail theft after allegedly stealing the items from a Cedarburg jewelry store.
But the mighty bulldog pushes its way into the Top 5, as the American Kennel Club releases the annual list that gets everyone talking. Share your photos of your favorite breed!
With empty storefronts and recent business closures, area residents offer ideas about Port Washington's business sector. What is it that's keeping some business thriving in this city?
