Gas Drive-Off Ends in 3rd OWI for Port Resident

The driver had went home to get cash and told officers he was intent on returning to pay for the gas — but he was clearly intoxicated.

Bar Visit Lands Saukville Man Back in Jail

A 31-year-old Saukville man violated his bail when he showed up at the Railroad Station and had some drinks — but that's not all he had.

Honor Flight DVD Now Available Locally

Copies of the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight documentary are now available at Port Washington City Hall.

Volunteer Center Thanks Helpers in Electronics Recycling Event

It was a cold, rainy weekend, but volunteers still showed up to the make the electronics recycling event possible.

Weeklong Event Focuses on Local Kids

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Port Washington is hosting its Week of the Young Child event, including seminars about bee keeping, being healthy, water safety and more. The events are all free.

Rescue Group Teaches Water Safety Course in Port

The "Flip, Float and Follow" method to escaping currents when in dangerous lake situations will be part of presentations by the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project in Port.

With Pirate Fest Setting Sail, Will Local Businesses Take a Plunge?

Some local businesses owners express concern over the loss of Pirate Fest, while the potential positive impact of the festival planned in its place is still unclear.

Post Your Port High School Prom Pics on Patch

You don't have to wait until prom night 2013 to share those awesome pics. Share the fun of picking out that dress, snagging those designer shoes or picking out that really retro suit from Goodwill!

Milwaukee River Floods, Causing Road Closure

One road in Saukville is closed, with the river flowing over a good portion of the street while the area now moves into a flood warning.

'Know the Dangers of that Lake,' Water Safety Group Member Says

The Port Washington Waterfront Safety Advisory Committee that formed following 15-year-old Tyler Buczek's drowning death is nearly ready to implement several of its initiatives, including educational signage and safety rings as well as safety foru

Meet Bill Driscoll, New Alderman to Port Council

Port Washington resident Bill Driscoll is one of two new faces that will join the Port Washington Common Council next week.

PD: 6-Time OWI Driver Caught After Driving 92 MPH

A 54-year-old Saukville man is facing charges for his 6th operating while intoxicated offense after being caught driving at speeds more than 90 mph on Interstate 43.

Child Porn Found in Apartment of Port Man, Registered Sex Offender

A 40-year-old Port Washington resident who was previously charged with several counts of sexual assault of a child is now facing charges for possession of child pornography.

Dog Park Moves Closer to Launch with Ordinance Approval

The Common Council on Tuesday night approved changes to an ordinance that move one step closer for a dog park to open on property at Paulus Printing in Port Washington.

PD: Port Trees Broken in Half, No Suspects

A roundup of recent Port Washington police activity also includes a found airsoft gun and a suspicious texter.

UPDATED: Pirate Fest Cancelled, Grafton Blues Association Holds Family-Focused Event in its Place

Port Washington Pirate Festival is cancelled this year after issues between the event organizer and city officials could not be resolved, and Port is now working with the Grafton Blues Association for a family-friendly event to replace it.

Free Birthday Deals Near Port, Saukville

Celebrate your birthday on a budget with these businesses in Port Washington and Saukville and the surrounding communities.

Meet Kevin Rudser, New Alderman to Port Council

Port Washington resident Kevin Rudser is one of two new faces that will join the Port Washington Common Council next week.

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

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

Bowl for Kids' Sake Raises $43K for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Bowl for Kids' Sake is held annually at Harbor Hills Recreation Center in Port Washington and features teams of bowlers joining together to help Ozaukee County’s youth that need us most.

Alcohol Problems Take Spotlight During Awareness Month

Alcoholism is not a moral weakness, but a family disease that is treatable, from which people can and do recover, says the Ozaukee County ATOD Prevention Consortium.

‘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

Need a lift of your spirits? Read these “good news” stories from Milwaukee-area Patch communities.

$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.

'Inflated Tomato' Leads to 'Spectacular, Magical' Romance

A Milwaukee area couple's romance began at The Pasta Shoppe in Port Washington, and despite living far from the lakeside the two look forward to trips to Port. The couple also recently won Patch's Cutest Couple Contest.

Event Helps with Emergency Preparedness Plans

Representatives from the Ozaukee County Public Health Department and the American Red Cross-West Bend Chapter will share information on how to build a personalized emergency preparedness kit during this April 17 event.

We Energies' Falcons Fused into Lessons at Ozaukee County School

Cedar Grove-Belgium Middle School is learning from We Energies peregrine falcons recovery efforts through a variety of initiatives and class curriculum.

Local Businesses Rally Support for Community Event

Inspired by this year's choice for the One Book, One Community program, Patch as well as the W.J. Niederkorn and Oscar Grady libraries are organizing a tasting event to benefit families who have teens or children diagnosed with cancer.

$600,000 Deficit Looms for Port-Saukville Schools

The Port Washington-Saukville School District is preparing for a deficit after Gov. Scott Walker unveiled his version of the 2013-15 proposed state budget.

New Faces on Port Council After Tuesday's Election

Kevin Rudser joins the Common Council as the 5th District Alderman despite surprise competition in the write-in race; Bill Driscoll now represent the 3rd District after an uncontested race.

Busted! Wet Winter Puts an End to the Damage of a Drought-Stricken Summer

It's hard to bust a drought, and even tougher to do it in winter; however the third wettest "dry season" puts the dusty summer of 2012 to rest.

PD: Vandal Uses Mustard on Resident's Home

A resident returned home to find mustard squirted on the front door of her home, and the culprit remains a mystery.

Joe Voiland Wins Port Washington By Narrower Margin Than Overall Vote

Newcomer Joe Voiland ousted incumbent Tom Wolfgram in the Ozaukee County Circuit Court race during Tuesday's election. Here's the breakdown of how Port Washington and Saukville voted in that and other statewide races.

No Changes to Saukville Village Board

Three incumbents and one newcomer ran for three spots on the Saukville Village Board in Tuesday's election. Village President Barb Dickmann also continues in her position after an uncontested race.

Joe Voiland Ousts Incumbent Ozaukee County Judge Thomas Wolfgram

Ozaukee County Circuit Court Judge Tom Wolfgram has held the position since 1994, but his signing of the petition to recall Gov. Scott Walker has lead to a heated race — and the newcomer Joe Voiland is apparently taking over.

40 Years 'One Hell of a Career,' Retiring Police Chief Says

Saukville Police Chief Bill Meloy will retire in June after 40 years as the village's chief and 45 total years with the department.

Port High Grad Dies, Flocking Geese Trap Woman, Hit-and-Run Among Top March Stories

Port Washington-Saukville Patch's top stories include a woman dumping snow inside her neighbor's car and a fire at a shelter for displaced families.

Portabella Pizzeria Now Open in Port's Downtown

The pizzeria and restaurant began serving food on Monday night, and hopes business will pick up soon in this city of "friendly" people.

PD: Unknown Thief Steals Load of Laundry

A roundup of recent activity from the police blotter also includes a man trespassing to do a little fishing and a yard full of trash.

PD: Faulty Phone Blamed for Three 911 Misdials in Same Day

Getting a new phone turned out to be not-so-exciting for this Port Washington resident.