Waukesha, WI|News|
Ahoy Matey! Today's International Talk Like a Pirate Day 2012
Yo ho, yo ho—it’s a pirate’s day for you!
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
- Brookfield, WI
A Green Bay native with a journalism degree and criminology and law studies minor from Marquette University, Lisa Sink comes to Patch.com after working for more than 15 years at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / JSOnline.com and the Milwaukee Sentinel. She also has freelanced for other media, such as the Business Journal, Wisconsin Builder magazine and the American Planning Association.
Way back in those heady college days, Lisa says she naively thought she had life figured out. But then she got married, bought a house and had two children. And she learned that life is messy and learning is a lifelong adventure.
Learning about new people and ideas is what keeps Lisa in journalism during this uncertain time for the industry. Patch.com will offer her new editing and managerial challenges that she is sure to stumble upon. But then she'll get up and keep moving.
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Brookfield|News|
Arrr! An Aye for an Aye on International Talk Like a Pirate Day 2012
Yo ho, yo ho—it’s a pirate’s day for you! How to make a pirate hat, learn to talk like a pirate and watch a video about a Milwaukee couple with a pirate-themed wedding.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Questions Raised About Viability of Town Financing Plan for The Corners Project
County and school officials concerned about whether major retail-office-housing project at the I-94/Barker Road exit could repay $37 million in debt — plus interest — in a required 16-year deadline. If not, taxpayers could be on the hook.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Gov. Scott Walker Declares Bluemound Road Corridor 'Open for Business'
A $14.1 million state construction project along Bluemound Road from Moorland to Barker roads is substantially complete, officials said Wednesday as they promoted recent economic growth in the corridor.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Police Report: Woman Threatens to 'Blow The Head Off' Plastic Surgeon
The latest police reports also include suspicious phone calls, a dispute over an engagement ring, garage burglary, sleeping at the wheel, first day of school bus problems and more.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Grill Fire Prompts Warning About Turning Off Gas
Firefighters responded to a grill fire Friday afternoon in the 2400 block of Coach House Drive.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Mayor Steve Ponto: Act 10 Ruling 'Very Unfortunate' But Not Impactful
Brookfield Mayor Steve Ponto says he believes a Dane County circuit judge's ruling striking down parts of Act 10 will not upend the city's contracts with its five employee unions.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
UPDATED: More than $50K in Jewelry Stolen in 4 'Probably Related' Burglaries
Brookfield police are working with other area police departments who are investigating similar break-ins and jewelry heists.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Week Ahead: Von Maur Financing, Superintendent's Chat, Water Sale to Elm Grove
The week ahead also includes a library program all about chocolate (with free tastings), a Yo Mama school benefit and parent engagement meeting for special education student at Elmbrook schools.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Wauwatosa, WI|News|
Yet Another Supermarket: Trader Joe's Set to Open Near Tosa
The opening date for the long-anticipated second Milwaukee area location for Trader Joe's has been set, as final construction touches are under way.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
PHOTOS: Beautiful Day at Brookfield Farmers Market
Warm, sunny Indian Summer weather greeted vendors and visitors at Saturday's Brookfield Farmers Market. Patch was there, giving away free tote bags for those who signed up for our free daily e-newsletter.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Jury to Hear About Tosa Police Clerk's Alleged Conspiracy in Brookfield Murder
Waukesha County Judge Patrick Haughney ruled Friday Tommy Douyette can testify about a deceased Wauwatosa police clerk's alleged involvement in plotting the murder of a Brookfield radio communications business owner.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Chill at Yo Mama, Raise Dough for Brookfield Elementary
Yo Mama! in Brookfield will donate a portion of its proceeds to Brookfield Elementary School's PTO when patrons mention the school at the register. Details in the link.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Town of Brookfield Proposes $37M Financing Plan for The Corners / Von Maur Project
The plan, to be reviewed Tuesday and set for public hearing Sept. 26, calls for the town to borrow $37.18 million for public improvements and a parking structure, and to repay the debt with new tax revenue in 16 years.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Brookfield Trader Joe's Opening Date Set
The long-anticipated second Milwaukee area location for Trader Joe's has been set, as final construction touches are underway.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Town Proposes $37 Million Financing Plan for The Corners / Von Maur Project
The plan, to be reviewed Tuesday and set for public hearing Sept. 26, calls for the town to borrow $37.18 million for public improvements and a parking structure, and to repay the debt with new tax revenue in 16 years.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Brookfield Man Named Nonprofit CFO of the Year
The Business Journal's annual list of the area's top chief financial officers includes a Brookfield resident who was recognized in the nonprofit category.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Brookfield Academy Students Named National Merit Semifinalists
Eleven students were chosen as semifinalists — a record number for the academy.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
Elmbrook School Board Approves Wage Raises for Teachers
In its first teachers contract post Act 10, the Elmbrook School Distict and teachers agreed to a 1.5 percent wage increase.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
Brookfield|News|
UPDATED: Apartment Crews Rescue Elderly Couple from Burning Unit
Mandel Group maintenance workers pulled a man and wife from a burning apartment on Astor Court and rescued their pet dog and birds.
Lisa Sink, Patch Staff
