Flags lowered for Vandenbroek-Kaukauna firefighter who died from COVID-19
Gov. Tony Evers has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff tomorrow, Wed., Dec. 29, 2021, in honor of firefighter Stephen M. Smith of the Vandenbroek-Kaukauna Fire Department, who lost…
Longtime waitress reopens former Rico’s as Mama D’s Cafe
Longtime waitress Donna Wall and her husband, Dick, have reopened the popular eatery in Freedom as Mama D's Cafe.
Smoldering incense blamed for small fire at Kaukauna home
Firefighters say a smoldering incense stick discarded outside in the snow blew into the foundation of a Kaukauna home, starting a fire that was quickly extinguished.
2021 year in review: Top 10 most-read stories in Kaukauna
Although the pandemic dominated headlines around the nation in 2021, there were many other stories that captured the attention of Kaukauna Community News readers.
UPDATE: Law Street in Kaukauna reopens following report of gas leak
Crews responded to a gas leak Tuesday in Kaukauna.
Lifelong friends turn passion for fishing into online directory for anglers
The MaxWells Fishing Directory helps anglers find bait shops, guides, resorts and lodges in Wisconsin.
Health officials warn about surge in cases as Fox Valley hospitals near capacity
State health officials today issued a public health advisory calling on all Wisconsinites to take urgent action to prevent additional hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19.
Appleton man accused in mid-afternoon knife attack
Police arrested a 61-year-old Appleton man Sunday after they say he sliced another man's neck with a knife.
Rico’s restaurant in Freedom closes permanently
Rico's Family Restaurant in Freedom has closed permanently following the death last month of the owner.
As Christmas approaches, demand grows at Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry
As Christmas approaches, volunteers at the Loaves and Fishes food pantry typically see demand grow, so they try a little harder to help make the holidays bright for everyone.