Elkhorn Police Detective Tom Bushey retires By Heather Ruenz SLN staff After 40 years on the job in what he considers a successful career with more than 5,000 arrests, Detective Tom Bushey took off his badge for the final time on Friday. “Most officers want to help people at the […]
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Dad found not guilty of assaulting daughter
Girl revealed alleged abuse after school presentation A jury found a Saukville man not guilty Nov. 9 of sexually assaulting his daughter in the Town of Lafayette about 15 years ago. The man, 48, formerly of West Bend, is not being named to protect the identity of his daughter, who […]
Signatures collected before law allows
Town Board member says move was honest mistake By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent Delavan Town Board Supervisor Lynnette Phillips admitted last week that she solicited signatures from town residents for fellow supervisor Larry Malsch earlier than allowed by state law. Phillips said the action was an honest mistake on her […]
This week in the East Troy News…
The East Troy Village Board decides which sidewalk projects to do in 2019 as part of the plan to make the village more accessible for foot traffic. Betty Parman’s historical column remembers well-known local artist, Belle Sawyer. In sports, the East Troy High School varsity wrestling team host the Howard/Manley […]
Bringing new life to Victorian Christmas
Annual event in Sharon to increase family-friendly activities By Heather Ruenz SLN staff Though this Friday will mark the 23rd year Sharon will host its Victorian Christmas, organizers have put forth an effort to maintain the original features while attempting to breathe new life into the event. “We are trying […]
Chief highlights Whitewater Police Department’s outreach efforts
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Whether it entailed participation in a family fun night or visits to a local elementary school, the Whitewater Police Department has been engaging with residents of all ages outside their traditional setting in recent months, based on an account the head of the department shared recently. […]
Man under influence crashed into guardrail
An initial appearance was scheduled for Nov. 28 for an Elkhorn man charged with hitting a truck and a guardrail while under the influence of drugs in the Town of Geneva. Michael D. Schmuck, 36, was charged Nov. 5 in Walworth County Circuit Court with second-degree recklessly endangering safety, misdemeanor […]
‘Grateful Gathering’
At Lakeland Animal Shelter’s Grateful Gathering Nov. 10, guests were treated to hors d’oevres and drinks, and the opportunity to win raffles prizes and bid on silent auction items. Emma and Nica Papenfus serve refreshments with a smile. The shelter is at 3615 State Highway 67, Elkhorn. For more […]
Cruisin’ to the North Pole
Santa Cruise offers magical trip on Geneva Lake It’s the time of year that lighted displays line the shores of Geneva Lake and the cruise ships Lady of the Lake and the Grande Belle are dressed in an array of multicolored lights waiting to carry children of all ages on […]
Special delivery
Badger High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America baked and delivered more than 400 rolls to the Walworth County Food Pantry in time for Thanksgiving. The flour was donated by King Arthur Flour through their Bake for Good program. Helping with the delivery are (from left) FCCLA […]
