Is your neighbor's noise affecting your peace? Local ordinances exist to prevent excessive sound from invading your home. Noises like music blaring and lawn mowers roaring are all addressed in the ...

The dogs on David Mancl's block in West Allis bark at anything. "It's enough to wake you up in the morning," Mancl, 66, said. The small dog across the street from Mancl or "Lil yapper," as he calls it ...

In a bygone era, a dog’s barking was a cherished trait. When humans lived in villages with open spaces, barking was basically the town’s loudspeaker—it helped announce everything from enemy tribes to ...

If peace and quiet are at the top of your list when choosing a dog, some breeds may not be the best fit. Certain dogs are known for their vocal nature, whether it’s high-pitched yaps, deep howls, or ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...

When barking dogs or blaring music disturb their peace, Topekans can remedy that by reporting it. The city can then address the problem and cite the noisemaker in connection with violating any of ...

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Editor's note: This has been updated with the correct meeting date when residents said they would like to see noises regulated. When: West Lampeter Township Board of Supervisors meeting, July 14. What ...