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Woman killed in crash in Shawano

By: Leader StaffA woman was killed in a head-on crash with a tanker truck early Monday, the Shawano Police Department said.The accident took place on Airport Road at Beauprey Road just after 6 a.m....

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Man arrested after high-speed chase

By: Leader StaffA 38-year-old Antigo man is in custody in Shawano County Jail after leading authorities on a high-speed chase Friday night.Charges are being referred to the district attorney’s office...

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Winter storm could bring foot of snow to Wisconsin

By: The Associated PressIt may not measure up to the "groundhog blizzard" of 2011, but a strong winter storm moving into Wisconsin is expected to pack a punch.Forecasters say a large swath of the...

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School Closings

SCHOOL CLOSINGS/DELAYS(After-school activities also canceled.)Bonduel public-privateBowlerClintonville public-privateGreshamMarionMenominee IndianMenominee TribalPulaskiShawano...

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Shawano Police DepartmentJan. 31Police logged 16 incidents, including the following:Warrant — A 74-year-old woman was taken into custody on a warrant in the 1200 block of East Green Bay Street.Fraud —...

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Shawano braces for winter storm

Emergency officials say they're readyBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.comSnowplow operators and other emergency crews in Shawano County say they are ready to manage a snowstorm that arrived...

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Shawano Police DepartmentFeb. 1Police logged 30 incidents, including the following:OWI — A 21-year-old man was arrested for operating while intoxicated at Picnic and Weed streets.Accident — Police...

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Wescott woman killed in crash

By: Leader StaffShawano police have released the name of the woman killed in a head-on crash with a tanker truck early Monday.Cinda L. Engebretson, 61, of the town of Wescott, was southbound on Airport...

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Antigo man charged in high-speed chase

He also faces drug chargesBy: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comCharges of fleeing an officer and numerous counts of drug possession have been filed against an Antigo man after a high-speed chase in...

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Man who allegedly violated bond in shooting incident back in custody

Thomas turns himself inBy: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comA Shawano man wanted for bail jumping while out on bond in connection with a shooting incident in the city was back in custody and in court...

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Forum scheduled for mayoral candidates

6 candidates seeking city’s top jobBy: Leader StaffContenders for Shawano mayor will present their visions for the future of the city and outline their priorities at a candidates forum Monday.The forum...

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Winter storm hits ‘fast and furious’

Midday snow closes businessesBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.com Leader Photo by Scott Williams Sarah Reimer works to clear snow from her vehicle in downtown Shawano before heading home...

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Wednesday School Closings/Delays

WEDNESDAY SCHOOL CLOSINGS/DELAYSBonduel public-private (opening 2 hours late - no morning pre-K/early childhood)Sacred Heart - Shawano (opening 2 hours late - no morning pre-K/early childhood)Shawano...

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Shawano Police DepartmentFeb. 2Police logged 21 incidents, including the following:Alarm — A resident reported a carbon monoxide alarm sounding in an apartment in the 1100 block of South Main...

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Commission gives thumbs up to TIF amendment

Move will help Dunham’s fill vacant Kmart siteBy: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comThe public was absent Wednesday from a public hearing on the city’s plans to expand a Tax Incremental Finance...

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Housing authority feels more fallout

County supervisors seek name changeBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.comWhen the Shawano County Housing Authority came under scrutiny for renting to a family with a household income of more...

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Shawano Police DepartmentFeb. 3Police logged 14 incidents, including the following:Vandalism — A vehicle window was reported shot out by a BB gun at Evergreen Care Center, 1250 S. Evergreen St.Drug...

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Junior Achievement reaching out to small businesses

Junior Achievement of the Wolf River District’s small business campaign is receiving strong support, according to organizers.The group, which served almost 3,000 students last year, sent letters to...

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3 area schools register for voucher program

Clintonville school applies for 1st timeBy: Leader StaffThree area private schools have registered to enroll taxpayer-funded voucher students during the 2016-17 school year.The state on Thursday...

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Swadner trial date set for early 2017

Heavy court docket prompts delayBy: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comThe vehicular homicide case against the teenage driver in an October 2014 crash that claimed the lives of three passengers is set...

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