A recap of the top 10 stories of 2012 remembers the closing of Foxys Bar in September, and the controversy that followed.
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- Lyssa Beyer
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Saturday, December 29, 2012
Editor's note: Looking back on 2012, there were a lot of ups and downs experienced by the Port Washington and Saukville community. While the good times are often easier to remember, it's important to also take note of the tragic events that mold the community and bring its members together — and to never let go of the memories of those we have lost, who meant so much. This series of Top 10 stores in Port Washington and Saukville takes a look at some of the most memorable moments here this year. The top 10 stories were chosen based on qualifications such as the number of readers on an article and the amount of Facebook "likes" or "recommendations" it had, as well as community impact — among other considerations. | Follow us on Twitter | …
The band from abroad travels to the United States for three shows in Port Washington, including two shows this weekend as well as a Fourth of July performance.
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- Lyssa Beyer
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Thursday, June 28, 2012
Bands often take inspiration from real-life stories and situations when writing new songs and lyrics, and Familiar Looking Strangers admits to being no exception. On a trip to the United States from London — where they all met in Liverpool — the band has been touring in the Milwaukee and Chicago area, and recently took the show a bit north, to Manitowoc. Even though the show is on the road, work is not on hold. In fact, one of the band's songwriters, Paul Baker, admits to taking inspiration from the foreign lands that surround him: he recently wrote a new song about a man the group met while in Manitowoc. The band decided to tour in the United States after meeting up with Port Washington resident Bob Mittnacht, who saw Familiar Looking …
Jill
3:56 pm on Sunday, October 21, 2012
FLS @ NewPort Shores on Saturday 10/27/12 @ 9pm!!!! more ›