Tonawanda Elementary School kindergartners met florist Mary Jahnke during their behind-the-scenes tour of Grasch Foods led by Bob Grasch (back left) April 29. NOW Photo by C.T. Kruger
An Emergency Medical Services personnel crunch has prompted village officials to explore pay hikes and seek proposals for external services.
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When former Brookfield East boys tennis coach Royce Lindner stepped down to take an administrative job, there was one thing assistant coach Linda Lied and her son, Drew, the team's first singles player and team captain, agreed on: Neither one wanted her to be the head coach. Go to story |
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The sports season is in full swing at Brookfield Central and Brookfield East high schools and, if you're a prep sports fan, we've got you covered. Track, soccer and more this is your place for expanded coverage
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Ladies can enjoy a beneficial night out Date: Thursday, May 1
The Elm Grove Woman's Club, 13885 Watertown Plank Road, is hosting Ladies' Night Out featuring appetizers, live music, a raffle and boutique shopping, with proceeds to benefit Fairview South School, from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $15; call Sue, (262) 781-9464.
Farmers market returns to City Hall Date: Saturday, May 10
The Brookfield Farmers Market takes place from 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays at Brookfield City Hall, 2000 N. Calhoun Road. For details, call (262) 784-7804 or visit brookfieldfarmersmarket.com.
This is Elm Grove: Village President Neil Palmer shares his thoughts about why Elm Grove is a great place to live, work and play.
From public officials to overnight parking rules, here's everything you need to know about living in Elm Grove.
The Basics: Whether you've lived in Elm Grove for decades or are a newcomer, here's your guide to the village's parking rules, trash pickup schedule, school attendance boundaries, shopping, library hours, election information and much more.
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