Fox Point, Bayside 2013 Primary Election Guide

With the election season under way, this is what every Fox Point and Bayside resident needs to know about voting in the Feb. 19 primary election.

Driver Arrested after Police Find out Car is Stolen

A run of license plates during routine traffic stop reveals car was stolen from Milwaukee.

Maple Dale Gets Active for Chance at Winning Trip to Lambeau

Along with just nine other schools in the state, Maple Dale is competing in the National Football League's Play 60 program. The winner is awarded a trip to Lambeau Field, with a chance to meet a Packers player.

Five Nicolet Swimmers Head To State Competition Saturday

The hard work paid off and several boys on the Nicolet High School swim team will be in the state competition Saturday.

Footbridge Fundraiser Falls Short of Goal

Because the group only raised one-third of the required funds, Fox Point trustees are wondering whether they should extend the fundraising deadline or put an end to the project.

Drunk Driver Headed to Get Kids, Police Say

When an officer stopped this woman for driving on the wrong side of the street, she told police she had a drink earlier in the day and was on her way to pick up her friend's two children from school.

Gays in Scouts, Animal Shelter Killings Among Hottest Blog Posts

From gays involved in Boy Scouts to the a little extra love on Valentine's Day, Patch bloggers weighed in on a variety of topics this week. Here is a look at some of the most popular posts over the past week.

157 Homes to be Assessed for Municipal Water Hook-Ups

Bayside's village government is acting as a financial conduit for four private water projects expected to occur this summer.

Last Week's Top Headlines: Coyote Workshop; Fox Point Attempted Burglary

In case you missed it, here's a few of our best stories from last week.

Congrats to National Champs from Bayside Middle School

Competing against some 45,000 participants from thousands of schools around the globe, Bayside’s Knowledge Masters Open team dominated in contests in January and December, garnering top prizes.

Knife, Crack Pipe Found on Alleged Vodka Thief

A man who allegedly stole four bottles of vodka from CVS last week had more than a retail theft citation to be worried about.

Drunk Driver Arrested After Close Call With Traffic Island

The woman cited for drunk driving on Port Washington Road last week nearly fell over when asked to step out of her minivan.

Grant Brings Anti-Bullying Program to Bayside Middle School

Local businessman offers $3,000 to Bayside Middle School to help students learn conflict resolution skills.

Coyote Conflicts? Try Hazing to Deter the Beasts, Experts Say

Responding to increasing coyote concerns, Bayside officials held a workshop that taught residents to keep coyotes off their property.

Police Investigating 2 Suspected of Writing Bad Checks at Local Carpet Store

Police say two men are being investigated for fraud at stores in Milwaukee and Brookfield in addition to writing bad checks to the tune of more than $4,500 at a Fox Point carpet store.

US Postal Service Nixes Saturday Deliveries Beginning August 5

To save money, officials with the U.S. Postal Service have decided to cancel Saturday deliveries. Here's what the current hours are at the Post Office locations in Fox Point and Bayside.

Fox Point Cites Attempted Burglar With Trespassing, Littering

Police were able to identify the man because he dropped his wallet and cell phone at the Fox Point Shoppes.

Obituary: Richard J. Stoller, Ph.D.

The Fox Point-area resident was an elementary school principal and a handwriting analyst.

Enter Patch’s Cutest Couple Contest

Are you and your partner the epitome of cute? Enter our contest to win a $40 gift card to a romantic dinner at The Pasta Shoppe!

Mining, Politics and Valentine's Day Among Patch's Hottest Blog Posts

From the Paycheck Fairness Act to Supreme Court endorsements, Patch bloggers weighed in on a variety of topics this week. Here is a look at some of the most popular posts over the past week.

Coyote Conflicted? The Humane Society of the United States Can Help

A seminar is being held by the Humane Society of the United States to help Bayside residents learn how to make peace with coyotes in their neighborhood.

Week Ahead: Nicolet Theater, Coyote Meeting

The Shul Center, Bayshore Mall and other groups are posting events to our event calendar. Check out what's happening locally this week.

MDIH Kids Help Stop Bullying With District-Wide Campaign

Kids at Indian Hill Elementary and Maple Dale Middle School donned 'Help Stop Bullying' T-shirts Friday to help raise awareness with a strong visual statement against bullying.

North Shore Among 93 Departments Who Responded To Burlington Fire

Over 300 law enforcement, fire and rescue personnel responded to a massive 9 alarm fire in Burlington last night and among them were several North Shore firefighters.

Fox Point Man Pleads for Help Finding Son's Killer

JJ Kohen was killed in Milwaukee nine months ago, and police have yet to find the man believed responsible.

North Shore Schools Open Enrollment Information

Find information on open enrolling your child in the following districts: Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District, Fox Point-Bayside School District, Shorewood School District, Whitefish Bay School District, Nicolet High School District, Mequoon-Thiensvi

What Are Your Favorite Spots In Milwaukee?

We've got this cool thing down and Milwaukee made MSN's top 10 coolest cities in the midwest, but we could show off our coolness a little more in our photo gallery.

Whitefish Bay BBall Players Brought BB Guns to Away Games

Members of the Whitefish Bay Middle School basketball team told police they had the BB guns with them when they played games at schools in Shorewood and Bayside. The four boys face gun-related charges in juvenile court.

Nicolet Renovating to Expand Special Education Program

For years Nicolet has bused its severely cognitively-disabled students to neighboring school districts because it didn't have a program, but with demand raising in other districts, Nicolet must now go it alone.

On Thin Ice: Man's Truck Falls through Skating Rink while Doing Donuts

Driver told police he thought he'd have a little fun and perform some doughnuts in his truck at a local skating rink, but quickly found himself on thin ice.

I-43 Corridor Construction Meetings Wednesday, Thursday

Department of Transportation looking for resident input on lane capacity, on/off ramps and more.

About 75 We Energies Customers Without Electricity For Over An Hour

The weather caused a tree to fall on a primary electric line causing about 75 customers to be without electricity.

Glendale Woman Killed in Fiery Crash

The woman's vehicle struck a UPS truck, sending both vehicles into flames on Green Bay Avenue Monday afternoon.

Mental Illness, Online Anonymity and DNA Submissions Among Hottest Blog Posts

From submitting a DNA sample when arrested to comparing the President to the Three Stooges, Patch bloggers weighed in on a variety of topics this week. Here is a look at some of the most popular posts over the past week.

Search Is On for New Nicolet School Chief

The School Board on Monday officially approved Superintendent Rick Monroe's retirement request Monday night and hired the consulting firm it hopes will find his successor.

Clarke Says 911 'No Longer Your Best Option,' But Response Times Fine Here

Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke called on gun owners to protect themselves and "fight back" because his department is short staffed. But Fox Point's Police Chief Tom Czaja said that's not a problem here.

Help Abuse Victims by Recycling Old Cell Phones with Fox Point Police

Advocates of Ozaukee County will receive a stipend for each recycled phone.

Super Bug or Norovirus Rampant in US, Symptoms Present Within 48 Hours of Exposure

As flu season wanes a new Super Bug from Australia is taking its place in the spotlight.

Fire Sparked at Glendale Auto Repair Shop

North Shore Fire Department officials a static charge ignited painting fumes at the Andrew Automotive Collision Repair Center late Thursday afternoon.

Bayside Voting Operations Move to Middle School Gymnasium

Bayside voters will still go to the middle school for the February primaries, but they will be headed to a different entrance to access the gymnasium.