Nicolet Hires New Superintendent

The Nicolet School Board selected current Menasha Joint School District school chief Robert Kobylski to take the helm as district administrator.

63 Harassing Text Messages Sent to Fox Point Man

The text messages were sent from the man's former employee, who resigned after being accused of theft.

Nicolet Theater's Production of 'The Importance of Being Earnest' Opens Friday

The Tony-nominated Broadway revival tells the story to dashing men pursing fair ladies, and the matters that complicate their pursuit.

In Tough Times, 8-Year-Old's Heartwarming Gift Makes All the Difference

After selling 2,000 Girl Scout cookies, Callie Olson gave the top-seller prize – a MacBook computer – to her uncle with multiple sclerosis.

Empty Vodka Bottles Found in Drunk Driving Arrest

The Sheboygan man's blood alcohol levels were three times the legal limit when he was arrested Sunday morning on Brown Deer Road.

Clogged Sewer Line at Manageable Level, Work to Diagnose Cause Continues

Since Thursday morning, Bayside crews and contractors have pumped some 2 million gallons of excess water from a 600 foot stretch of sanitary sewer pipe, after a backup up at a West Brown Deer Road business.

Dropout and Graduation Rates in Nicolet

See Nicolet's most recent graduation and drop-out rates, and how they compare to the rest of the state and surrounding districts.

Calling All Cooks, Hobbyists, Political Junkies and Parents: Share Your Ideas on Patch

Calling all hand-raisers, soap-box speakers and community meeting attendees. If you've got an opinion, a hobby or even an obsession, Patch wants you!

North Shore Library Closed Friday, Due to Water Main Break

It's unclear how much damage was caused, after a water main break forced the Glendale library, which also serves Fox Point and Bayside, to close its door.

Don't Sit in Silence, Share Your Voice on Patch

More than likely, what you're feeling after the Boston tragedy is what others are feeling, too. Use Patch as a tool to vent those frustrations and find a connection with others who are also coping with more terrorism in America.

Bayside's Spring Clean-Up Day is Saturday

Electronics, paint, scrap metal – and almost anything else you can think of – can be disposed of at Bayside Village Hall Saturday morning.

Crews Continue Investigation Into Sewer Blockage

Along with Bayside crews, officials from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District are on scene pumping out a sanitary sewer line into another manhole.

Nicolet May Install Astroturf, Renovate Athletic Field

School officials and athletic boosters are looking at $1.5 million in renovations that would put in a new 8-lane track, install Astroturf on the football field and replace bleachers and concessions.

Flood Watch Returns With up to 3.5 Inches of Rain Expected

If it seems like we've been here before, we have - after last week's rains brought up to 5 inches of rain and flooding to some areas, another 2.5 to 3.5 inches is expected Wednesday to Friday

Drunk Driver Threatened to Kick Cops in the Groin

After crashing into a street sign on Lake Drive, the 28-year-old Milwaukee woman threatened officers and dug her fingernails into a cop's skin.

Local Boston Marathon Racers Return Home, Join Solidarity Run

One day after bombs exploded at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, about 20 local runners, including three who just returned home from Boston, participated in a short sprint Tuesday in a show of support for victims.

Nicolet Offical Lisa Elliott Gets Greenfield Superintendent Job

Elliott, director of curriculum and Instruction of the Nicolet School District, will take over the helm of south suburban district on July 1.

Boston Marathon Bombing: 4 Fox Point, Bayside Runners Entered Race

Fox Point and Bayside residents were signed up to run the famous race, which was rocked by two explosions about three hours after the winners crossed the finish line.

Walker, State GOP Attempting to Defund Public Schools, Panel Argues

A forum led by Rep. Sandy Pasch cast a bleak forecast of funding of public education under Gov. Scott Walker's 2013-15 budget proposal.

Tell Us: What Motivates You to Push Yourself?

We want to know what inspires Shorewood people to do all the great things they do. Sponsored by Grape Nuts.

Nicolet Begins Interviews with Superintendent Candidates

The School Board is conducting interviews in closed session Friday and Saturday.

Bayside, Fox Point Named Tree Cities

This is Fox Point's 24th year – and Bayside's fifth year – receiving the national designation.

Bloggers Wanted: Patch Seeking New Local Voices

Calling all hand-raisers, soap-box speakers and community meeting attendees. If you've got an opinion, a hobby or even an obsession, Patch wants you!

Student-Staff Ratios at Nicolet Districts and How They Compare

See how the number of students per staff member at Fox Point-Bayside, Maple Dale-Indian Hills, Glendale-River Hills and Nicolet stack up against nearby districts and the state.

PD Report: Drunken Driver; Counterfeit Bills

Fox Point police make a operating while intoxicated arrest after finding a woman sleeping in her car, and respond to a report of counterfeit cash found at a local bank.

4 New Teachers Hired for Maple Dale-Indian Hills

School officials approved hiring four teachers, filling classrooms of veteran, retiring teachers and others shifting into new roles.

2 Drunken Drivers Nabbed by Bayside Police

Police also receive a report of profane words sprayed painted onto property at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center.

Emerald Ash Borer Plan to Cost $50K

Fox Point will treat 681 village-owned trees as part of its emerald ash borer management plan.

Progressive Group Hosts Forum on State Education Funding

The free Grassroots Northshore forum running 3 p.m. Sunday at North Shore Presbyterian Church in Shorewood starts with a presentation from Rep. Sandy Pasch, and also includes a panel discussion of funding of voucher, charter and public school.

Pouring Rain Puts DPW Crews Out on the Street

Heavy rainfall Tuesday and Wednesday left many Fox Point and Bayside yards over saturated and brimming with water. Some residents are even joking they've recently installed a "pool." Take a look and add your own photo to the mix!

Nicolet Admin Impresses Greenfield School Officials

The Greenfield School Board could name Nicolet's Lisa Elliott or Lynette Zimmer as its next superintendent as soon as next week.

Weather-Related Power Outage Puts Hundreds in Dark

More than 900 people in Fox Point, River Hills and Glendale were without power Tuesday afternoon, as heavy rains and storms moved through the area.

Flood Watch in Effect Though Friday

Forecasters are expecting as much as 3 inches of rain over the next few days, and concerns for flooding rise as the rain falls.

Nicolet Administrator Invited to Second Interview for Greenfield Superintendent

After interviewing last week, Elliott interviewed again on Monday for Greenfield School District superintendent — a district where she previously spent 20 years.

Tell Us: What’s the Goal You Are Working on Right Now?

Big or small, we want to know what goals Fox Point and Bayside residents are working towards and how they plan to achieve them. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.

Major Overhaul for Whitney, WIllow and Regent roads

Repairing and restoring these key roads will cost more than $1 million. Be prepared to use alternate routes starting in the next several weeks.

$950K Home With Stairs to Lake Michigan Beach

This 4,500-square-foot home in Racine has a fireplace picture windows looking out over the lake.

‘Crazy Train’ as Done By Barenaked Ladies

Ozzy Osbourne’s classic song took on an entirely different meaning on the Amtrak last week. This is our weekly weird crime roundup, OMG PD.

Dispatcher Guides Baby’s Birth and First Breath

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800 Volunteers Work to Feed Starving Children

United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay hopes to pack 150,000 meals for starving children over a three-day period.