State DOJ details latest sex sting operation
3 in Shawano County among 16 arrestedBy: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comState authorities Wednesday released details of a recent sex sting operation that netted 16 arrests, including three in...
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Shawano Police DepartmentMay 31Police logged 26 incidents, including the following:Disturbance — Police responded to a disturbance in the 1100 block of Waukechon Street.Harassment — Police responded to...
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Aggravated batteryA Bowler man waived his preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty last week to felony counts of aggravated battery and intimidating a victim.Scott J. Doxtator, 51, is accused of...
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Marion community rallies around newspaper publisher
‘Thumbs Up for Thumber’ benefit scheduled June 11By: Grace Kirchner, Leader Correspondent Contributed Photo Dan and Patsy Brandenburg and their daughter, Angie, are selling the Marion Advertiser after...
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New festival shows community spirit
Nonprofits will benefit from Sun Drop DayzBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.com Leader Photo by Scott Williams Rebecca Schachtschneider of Full Service Tents works Thursday to prepare a tent...
View ArticleSchool district participating in summer meals program
The Shawano School District will provide fee meals to youngsters and others who qualify during this year’s summer school, which runs from June 12 to July 14.The Summer Food Service Program is funded by...
View ArticleKerberRose honored for workplace practices
For the second consecutive year, KerberRose has been honored with a When Work Works Award for exemplary workplace practices.The award is part of a Society for Human Resource Management national...
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Shawano Police DepartmentJune 1Police logged 32 incidents, including the following:Traffic — A car accident without injuries was reported in the parking lot at Wal-Mart, 1244 E. Green Bay...
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Sun Drop Dayz has rousing debut
Crowd cheers Shawano’s new festivalBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.com Leader Photo by Scott Williams Sydney Barkow, 4, left, pauses to share a refreshing drink Friday with her friend,...
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Shawano Police DepartmentJune 5Police logged 32 incidents, including the following:Threatening — Police responded to a threatening complaint in the 400 block of East Green Bay Street.Vandalism — A...
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New festival draws rave reviews
Sun Drop Dayz completes 1st yearBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.com Leader Photo by Lee Pulaski Dark clouds did not deter fans of the Johnny Wad band from stepping out and dancing Saturday...
View ArticleCity still looking to fill 2 open jobs
Positions getting more difficult to fillBy: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comThe city of Shawano is still looking for a few good men, or women, or, well, anybody who wants a job.There apparently have...
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Shawano Police DepartmentJune 6Police logged 29 incidents, including the following:Warrant — A 21-year-old Keshena man was arrested on a warrant at the ThedaCare Medical Center-Shawano emergency room,...
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Sailboat lessons back this summer
Program expanding in 2nd yearBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.com Contributed Photo International Youth Sailing of Oshkosh introduced free sailboat lessons last year on Shawano Lake and...
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Ski Sharks unveil their new home
Water skiers and fans both enjoy more roomBy: Scott Williams, swilliams@wolfrivermedia.com Leader Photo by Greg Mellis The Shawano Ski Sharks’ all-girls ballet line launches off the dock in Smalley...
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Shawano Police DepartmentJune 7Police logged 25 incidents, including the following:Arrest — A 19-year-old man was taken into custody at the probation and parole offices, 1340 E. Green Bay St.Harassment...
View ArticleDOT warns of heightened deer activity
By: Leader StaffSafety officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are cautioning motorists about the increased potential for deer to dart into roadways over the next several weeks.Deer...
View ArticleBurglary reports up as summer visitors return
By: Tim Ryan, tryan@wolfrivermedia.comWith summer arriving and the return of seasonal cabin dwellers, the county is seeing an increase in burglary reports, though it’s hard to say when those break-ins...
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Shawano Police DepartmentJune 8Police logged 38 incidents, including the following:Disturbance — Police responded to disorderly conduct and disturbance complaints in the 500 block of East Green Bay...
View Article2 charged in drug trafficking, firearms case
A federal grand jury this week returned a two-count indictment against a man and woman allegedly involved in drug trafficking and firearms offenses on the Menominee Indian Reservation.The indictment...
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