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Frontier landline customers in Vilas, Oneida counties face service changes

Frontier landline customers across Vilas and Oneida counties have been notified that their traditional copper phone service is ending, though Verizon, which now owns Frontier, says no one will lose …

Three Lakes sets Nov. 17 hearing on 2027 budget; levy up 12%

Three Lakes residents will review and vote on a proposed $6.37 million municipal budget this week that includes a 12.18% increase in the local property tax levy.   The Three Lakes …

Two of three constitutional amendments pass in state

Voters in the state approved two of the three constitutional amendments that were on the Nov. 3 ballot, while those in Vilas and Oneida came out in support of all three. The measures were passed …

State funding could bring new life to landfill

Last year officials at the Highway G Landfill were forced to look for a solution to a problem they did not cause. The landfill had been operating for more than 35 years, regularly serving …

Republicans retained control of seats in northern Wisconsin through the Nov. 3 midterm elections. In the race for the 7th District Congressional seat that was left open when U.S. Rep. Tom …

Eagle River voters overwhelmingly approved a ballot referendum during the Nov. 3 election to establish term limits for the city’s mayor and alderpeople, capping consecutive elected service at eight …

After months of attack campaign ads, the airwaves are quieting down, the race is over, and state history has been made. Democratic candidate David Crowley, a Milwaukee County executive, defeated …

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) Division of State Patrol is reminding drivers to stay alert behind the wheel as we approach the time of year when most deer crashes occur in …

WOODRUFF — After careful thought and consideration, based on the changing needs of the Northwoods community, Aspirus Health will sunset hospice care at Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff and …

THREE LAKES — The Three Lakes Board of Education has appointed George Polcaster to fill a position vacated by Mitch Ellis. The appointment was made at a regular board meeting on Oct. 21, after …

The Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club recently conducted a Wisconsin DNR Snowmobile Safety Education Class, helping a new group of riders gain the knowledge and skills needed to enjoy Wisconsin’s …

The Northland Pines High School Music Department will host the 16th annual Great Northern All-Conference Choir and Band Festival and Concert on Saturday, Nov. 14, in the Northland Pines auditorium. …

Pines school board approves final tax levy amid busy meeting

The Northland Pines Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting last week and several items were on the agenda for voting, including a motion by board president, Jennifer Payne, to approve …

Veterans Day observances planned

Communities across the Northwoods will gather to observe Veterans Day and honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military. Area veterans, their families and the public are invited …

Calm waters prevail at recent conservation partners meeting

The Vilas County Land and Water Conservation Department held its annual partners meeting last week in Boulder Junction with reports of lake and river conditions that were generally free from major …

Shopping begins this Saturday for Warm The Children

The 2026 Warm The Children season is underway, with shopping for children’s winter clothing set to begin this coming Saturday, Nov. 7. Thanks to the generosity of early donors, the program has …

Plum Lake plans grand opening for $4.25 mil community center

The public is welcome to attend the grand opening ceremony of the new Plum Lake Community Center in Sayner Saturday, Nov. 7. The multi-million dollar center was funded through state grants given …

A first of its kind partnership spearheaded by Mole Lake Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and area muskie clubs has led to the stocking of thousands of healthy, 11.5-inch muskie fingerlings into lakes …

The Northland Pines School District, in partnership with the Northland Pines Community Foundation and CornerStone Custom Builders, is working toward the construction of a new classroom and community …

Vilas, Oneida stay red despite national flips

Results are in and voters in the Northwoods maintained a strong red presence despite what many national news pundits are calling a “Blue Tsunami.” Democratic candidate David Crowley, a …

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