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WEB4 days ago · Johnathan Dye — the namesake of Mr. Dye’s Pies — gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how his delicious desserts are made. The Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service is an online source for objective, professional reporting about revitalization efforts in central city communities.
Election 2024: What you need to know to vote in the Nov. 5 election
WEB1 day ago · Community members provide free coffee and donuts outside of Washington High School during the 2020 election season. As the 2024 general election approaches, Milwaukeeans have a number of ways to make sure their vote counts. (NNS file photo by Sue Vliet) This year’s general election is Tuesday, Nov ...
Milwaukee is relaunching an initiative that brings neighbors …
WEBNov 9, 2023 · Ald. Milele Coggs, left, speaks about the Alert Neighbor Program during a Nov. 2 news conference at Waico Apartments. She is accompanied by Ashanti Hamilton, center, director of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, and Patricia Ruiz-Cantu, City of Milwaukee community outreach manager.
Public hearings set for We Energies’ proposed rate increase. Here’s ...
WEB2 days ago · Groups gather outside We Energies to protest utility disconnections and “fight for our lights.” (NNS file photo by Sam Woods) There’s a chance Wisconsinites will see their utility bills rise once again. The Public Service Commission, or PSC is holding hearings for community members who want to ...
Neighborhood News Service, Wisconsin Watch win $1.4 million …
WEBJul 30, 2021 · The American Journalism Project has jointly awarded the Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service and the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism $1.4 million over three years to support their efforts to reshape the local news ecosystem in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin.. The grant will build revenue and operations teams at both nonprofit newsrooms to support the expansion of journalism that ...
Milwaukee COVID-19 coverage | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
WEBApr 5, 2020 · Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service is committed to providing coronavirus news coverage in our neighborhoods throughout the city. You’ll find all of our stories on COVID-19, resources, tips, and feedback from the community here. For up-to-date information and safety recommendations from the …
OPINION: Milwaukee, it’s getting ugly out there. But we can stop …
WEBMar 30, 2022 · Denise Wooten writes: “There are many factors that lead to blight and disarray in a community that seem to be all but forgotten. But the true ray of hope is constantly shone in the actions of those who were raised to understand neighborhood chutzpah.” (Photo by Adam Carr)
We’ve updated our guide to getting free or low-cost meals
WEBDec 21, 2021 · Call 414-488-2477 to order for pickup. The Victory Garden Initiative ’s pantry will be opening back up on Tuesday, Jan. 4 and every Tuesday thereafter from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Hot meals cooked by Harambee resident Helen Dixon will be served. Free or low-cost food delivery (60 and older) For those who are 60 or older, Meals on Wheels will deliver ...
We’ve updated our list on where you can get free food or low-cost …
WEBAug 18, 2021 · The Hunger Task Force has created an interactive map complete with soup kitchens, MPS meal sites, non-MPS meal sites, mobile markets, meal sites for seniors and more. You can search by ZIP code or by resource type to find what you are looking for at a location near you. The map is updated daily, but call the location before you visit to make sure it is still open.
A count says homelessness has significantly dropped in …
WEBSep 24, 2021 · The Milwaukee Continuum of Care is a coalition of local agencies that advocates for people experiencing homelessness.. In a news release in June, city and county officials said the count “saw the sharpest decrease to date of individuals staying in unsheltered settings.”