OCPD and WI DNR Address Coyotes in Urban Areas
Recently law enforcement agencies have been receiving calls related to citizen concerns regarding their safety and the safety of their family and pets in regards to coyotes. The OCPD and the WIDNR have compiled a resource regarding this concern.
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Free Shred Day Scheduled for Saturday, April 29
Bring your sensitive and private documents and papers to Oak Creek Street Department, 800 W. Puetz Road on Saturday, April 29, 2017 for a free shredding event.
Read More »Health Department: Help Norovirus stay out of our Community!!!!
Norovirus is the leading cause of outbreaks of diarrhea and vomiting in the United States, and it spreads quickly.
Read More »Health Officials Investigate Rare Viral Illness Linked to Ratteries in Wisconsin and Illinois
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), the Illinois Department of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating illnesses caused by the Seoul virus, which a very rare type of hantavirus carried by Norway rats.
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Health Department Receives Donation to Continue Safe Sleep Program
Due to the generous donation from the Oak Creek Lion’s Club and Rob Johnston from the Production Network, the Health Department is able to continue our Safe Sleep Program in 2017!
Read More »City Forestry to offer Workshop on Tree Pruning Techniques
Workshop will consist of classroom instruction followed by in-field demonstration (no hands-on participation). Course will focus on pruning assessment and techniques for homeowners.
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January is National Radon Action Month
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is produced over long periods of time from decaying uranium in the earth. Find out why you should test your home during cold winter months.
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Health Department: UW Madison / Meningitis Information
If you are a UW-Madison student and you received the first recommended vaccine against meningococcal disease serogroup B, you need another shot.
Read More »Wisconsin DHS: Flu cases on the rise in Wisconsin
Flu cases are on the rise, and health officials are urging people to take precautions. Simple steps, including getting a flu shot, help protect against the flu.
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Health Department: Winter Weather Safety Tips
With the snow season here, please remember to be prepared so you get through it safely.
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Police Department: Keep Your Deliveries Safe!
We have had suspicious activity in Oak Creek and reports from South Milwaukee, where thieves have followed delivery trucks and stolen the packages after a delivery was made.
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Bitter Cold Moves into Wisconsin: Dangerous Wind Chills Expected
With the dangerous frigid weather approaching please take some time to take precautions to protect yourself, family members, and neighbors.
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