Senior Apartment Plans Move Forward

Presbyterian Homes & Services is planning to construct a senior housing complex where a Walmart superstore was one proposed.

Sale of Falls-Based Assisted Living Concepts in Shareholders' Hands

The shareholders of a Menomonee Falls based senior living operator will vote on the sale in May after the company announced it agreed to be sold to a Texas firm.

Free Birthday Deals Near Menomonee Falls

Celebrate your birthday on a budget with these businesses in Menomonee Falls and the surrounding communities.

5 Charged in Menomonee Falls Home Burglaries from 2011

The men also are charged with five burglaries in Brookfield, and are suspected in at least one Milwaukee burglary.

Rep. Pridemore Holding Budget Listening Session in Falls

22nd Assembly District Rep. Don Pridemore will gather feedback on Gov. Scott Walker's proposed budget on April 18.

Falls' Political Humorist Sets Sights on Kim Jong-un

Making waves for fun has been a speciality for a Falls native, and this time he's poking some fun at North Korea's Supreme Leader.

Foreclosed Houses in the Menomonee Falls Area

Curious about what houses are in foreclosure around your neighborhood? Or interested in purchasing a foreclosed home in Menomonee Falls and neighboring communities?

High-speed Chase Ends in Crash, Charges for Two Teens

A Menomonee Falls officer was led on a pursuit in January along Appleton Avenue in which the driver reached speeds of nearly 100 miles per hour near Woosencraft Drive.

New 27-Lot Subdivision Proposed in Menomonee Falls

Developers are seeking approval for the Sommersfield subdivision.

Glimpses of a Raging Menomonee River

A flood watch has been issued and the heavy rain has turned the Menomonee River into a raging rapid that is discharging roughly 1,200 gallons of water every second.

Parking a Concern for Krueger's Arcade Expansion

Although the Plan Commission approved David Krueger's request to expand the arcade at his business, but it came with a few added conditions.

School Board Continues Cutting Costs

The school district continued trimming back by pre-paying debt and signing a new busing contract.

Optimists Set Date For Fishing Derby

Anglers ages three through 16 will compete for most fish caught and biggest fish at the derby in May.

District Steps Out of Health Insurance Business, Will Save $6.2 Million

The School Board approved moving to a tax sheltered annuity for retirees, which would replace the current health benefit provided to retirees.

Menomonee Falls Food Pantry to Receive a Portion of $258K in Food, Cash

As part of a five-day tour by Pick n Save/Roundy's, Menomonee Falls Food Pantry will benefit by receiving a share of $258,000 in total donations from the grocery chain

Silver Spring Construction Starting Later in April

The roadway will be expanded from two lanes to four. Drivers can expect delays and detours until mid-November.

Tell Us: What’s the Goal You Are Working on Right Now?

Big or small, we want to know what goals Menomonee Falls residents are working towards and how they plan to achieve them. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.

Volunteers Needed for Annual Menomonee River Clean-Up

On April 20, volunteers will converge of the Menomonee River for its annual spring cleaning sponsored by the Milwaukee Riverkeepers.

Resident Cited For Firing Weapon Near Lisbon Road

Brookfield and Falls police were dispatched to Lisbon Road Sunday evening because a man discharged a firearm in a rural part of the village.

Pridemore, Sensenbrenner Planning String of Town Halls

State Rep. Don Pridemore and Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner are hosting a series of local town hall meetings in the coming weeks.

$950K Home With Stairs to Lake Michigan Beach

This 4,500-square-foot home in Racine has a fireplace picture windows looking out over the lake.

‘Crazy Train’ as Done By Barenaked Ladies

Ozzy Osbourne’s classic song took on an entirely different meaning on the Amtrak last week. This is our weekly weird crime roundup, OMG PD.

Dispatcher Guides Baby’s Birth and First Breath

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Magnetek Rejects Purchase Offer

The company's board recently rejected an acquisition offer from New York-based investment firms.

Obituary: Howard Voiles

Howard was a lifelong educator and mentor and a huge fan of high school sports. He was a big personality who touched many lives and will be dearly missed.

Delay in Closure of Waukesha County Airport Traffic Control

The Federal Aviation Administration extended the closure deadline of 149 traffic control towers, including Crites Field, to give airports more time to execute the changes to the National Airspace System

Right Turn on Red Leads To Drunken Driving Ticket

Long-time residents know that red lights at Main Street and Appleton Avenue are absolute. One man may not have noticed the sign.

Menomonee Falls Unemployment Rate Up for 4th Straight Month

The village's rate of 6.8 percent is still well below the state's 8.2 figure. But the number, compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, was 4.9 percent back in October.

Suspicious Claas Road Fire Remains Under Investigation

A home on Claas Road was completely destroyed in November, and firefighters and police immediately suspected foul play. Police have obtained phone records from one of the homeowners hoping to gather more evidence.

Local Filmmaker to Showcase Flick for First Time in Falls

Kyle Richards is joining countless other local artists and musicians planning to showcase their work April 28 during the "Halfoween" party at AJ's Live.

Falls Resident Wins On-field Passes for the Badgers Season Opener

Thomas Williams was selected to receive the passes as part of Wisconsin Football Early Signing Period, in which prizes are being given away everyday.

Falls Receives Over $400K in Transportation Aid from State

The village received its portion of roughly $80.5 million in April statewide transportation aid payments Monday.

Cops and Kids Connect Over a Few Frames

Menomonee Falls police officers went to Village Bowl on their free time to share some high-fives and strikes with local kids.

After Ending Trustees' Two-Decade Run, Voters Reflect

Menomonee Falls voters put an end to two trustees' combined 42 years of service Tuesday, and many are looking forward to new beginnings in spring.

Nowhere Else To Go: Man Breaks in Schwabenhof Office, Police Say

An essentially homeless 20-year-old Menomonee Falls man faces charges after breaking into an office at Schwabenhof. He had planned to sleep there for the night.

Residents Vote For a New Direction on Their Village Board

Both Jeremy Walz and Bonnie Lemmer defeated long-time Menomonee Falls trustees Michael McDonald and Jeff Steliga in Tuesday's election.

Obituary: Audrey Jane Garske

Menomonee Falls resident passed away March 26.

Highway 41 Narrows to Single Lane Tuesday in Falls

Northbound Highway 41 will be reduced to a single lane into late afternoon.

FBI Proposal Gets Green Light in Menomonee Falls

The Village Board approved a request from a Florida developer to lease and renovate a building to house an FBI regional office in Falls. The village is one of three communities being considered.

Child Trafficking, Schlotzsky's Deli Closes, $217K for Radisson Expenses Among Top March Stories

Menomonee Falls Patch's top stories in March include street improvements around the village and a union protest at Frito-Lay.