Arbor Day Event Will Honor Bolender

City will plant a white oak tree in honor of the late Oak Creek mayor.

Democratic Recall Candidates Must Be United, Former Congressman Says

With Kathleen Falk going on the offensive against leading Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Barrett, Dave Obey calls for a cease-fire.

Q&A: County Supervisor Steve Taylor

Franklin alderman now represents the bulk of Oak Creek on the Milwaukee County Board.

Better Lighting Coming For College Avenue

Newly-reconstructed College Avenue features several gaps in street lighting.

City Will Hire Owner's Rep For Library, City Hall Projects

Owner's representative will be on the ground level to monitor construction progress.

Foeckler, Oak Creek Committee Members Honored

Former mayor honored in resolution passed by Common Council Tuesday night.

Council Seeks to Fill Aldermanic Vacancy

Void left by Scaffidi's election as mayor will be filled by mid-May.

Walker Greeted by Protesters in Michigan, Illinois

Embattled Gov. Scott Walker went on the road this week, appearing at events in Troy, MI, and Springfield, IL. At each venue, he was confronted by hundreds of angry protesters.

Oak Creek Elected Officials Sworn In

New mayor, city clerk and three aldermen took oath of office Tuesday night.

Updated: Bay View Supervisor Voted County Board Chairwoman

Pat Jursik loses bid to lead the Milwaukee County Board in long voting process Monday.

Scaffidi Already At Work As He Prepares to Take Office

Mayor-elect emphasizing communication before he takes the oath Tuesday night.

What's Next For Delphi?

With a few major decisions are out of the way, officials seek to land businesses, grant money and fundraising dollars.

Foeckler's Brief Stint As Oak Creek Mayor a Memorable One

Foeckler's tenure following the death of Mayor Dick Bolender took some twists and turns.

Jursik Seeks County Board Chairmanship

One of Oak Creek's county supervisors reportedly wants to become the next leader of the county board.

Two Vacancies On City Government Committee

Residents invited to participate in their local government and apply for open seats.

Scaffidi Looks Forward to Upcoming Term in Letter

Oak Creek's next mayor writes about his ideas and some changes to look for in the near future.

Oak Creek Fire Dept. Urges Residents To Hold Off On Outdoor Burning

DNR has issued a Red Flag Warning due to the current weather conditions.

Cesarz Joins Bike Ride For Diabetes Research

Southeast Wisconsin Tour de Cure charity bike ride will be held on June 16.

Many Public Buildings Closed Easter Weekend

Buildings will reopen Monday.

DNR Evaluating Falk Park Conversion Request

105 acres south of Drexel Avenue would become part of Falk Park under a proposal.

City's Fight Against Emerald Ash Borer Continues

More than 500 trees will be treated this year in response to the invasive beetle.

Baldwin Talks Future of Medicare At Oak Creek Event

The likely Democratic nominee in this fall's U.S. Senate race came to Paul Ryan's home district Thursday to discuss what she sees as the problems in his budget proposal.

County Board Resolution Next For 794 Extension

Local officials still in initial steps in planning an extension of the Lake Parkway through Oak Creek.

Verhalen Reacts To Election Loss, Says He Will Stay On Sidelines

The Oak Creek-Franklin School Board member, defeated in Tuesday's mayoral race, said he remains worried about the future of Oak Creek.

Council Gives Final Approval to Land Swaps

Wispark gets 50 acres on Oakwood Road, the school district gets land for a high school expansion and elementary school, and the city now owns part of the Delphi site.

Oak Creek Goes For Romney

Presumptive Republican nominee easily won Oak Creek in Tuesday's election, which brought out 37 percent of registered voters in the city.

Election Results: Michalski Narrowly Wins Re-Election

Many other races were decided Tuesday besides mayor. The results included Steve Taylor's election to the Milwaukee County Board and Sheryl Cerniglia's return to the Oak Creek-Franklin School Board.

Scaffidi Is New Oak Creek Mayor

Alderman will be sworn in April 17 after defeating Verhalen in Tuesday's general election.

LIVE BLOG REPLAY: Oak Creek Election Night

Oak Creek voters head to the polls to cast their ballots for a number of important races.

Updated: Election Day in Oak Creek

Many offices are on Oak Creek residents' ballots Tuesday. Here is a comprehensive look at the candidates and other things voters should know before heading to the polls.

Common Council Meeting Postponed To Tuesday

Officials say agenda wasn't posted in accordance with open meetings law.

Tammy Baldwin Will Make Oak Creek Appearance

U.S. Senate candidate will host a town hall on Medicare with Chris Larson, Rob Zerban.

VIDEO: Scaffidi, Verhalen Discuss Their Campaigns For Mayor

The two candidates sat down with Oak Creek Patch to talk Delphi, lakefront and more.

Oak Creek Mayoral Candidates Differ On Land Swaps

Verhalen opposed to exchanges involving Oakwood, Civic Center and Delphi site; Scaffidi is in favor.

Ballot Errors Create Another Election Headache

Testing done in advance of the April 3 general election has discovered a flaw in the election ballots sent to Milwaukee County municipalities.

Plan Commission Recommends Series of Land Swaps, Lakefront Purchase

Land at the lakefront, Delphi, Drexel Avenue all part of commission's recommendations.

Steel Warehouse To Expand, Add Jobs

Company is proposing a 60,000-square-foot addition at its building on Forest Hill Avenue. Between 20 and 25 jobs expected to be created.

Committee Recommends Lake Parkway Extension

An advisory committee on Monday made its recommendations to the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.

Forum Tuesday For County Supervisor Candidates

But Franklin Alderman Steve Taylor said he may only attend a portion of the one-hour forum.

Officials Say Public Comments Support Lake Parkway Extension

Formal comments show more than 2-to-1 support for extension to Highway 100.