Summer Reading Lists for Preschoolers and Kids Ages 2-7

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check out this list of The Best Illustrated books from James Patterson.

Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 6-9

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Terrific Transitional” books from James Patterson.

Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 8-12

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Favorite Pageturners” from James Patterson. These books are great read.

Summer Reading List for Tweens and Teens, 11-up

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. Here, James Patterson’s summer reading picks for tweens and teens, ages 11-up.

Police Report: Jimmy Choo Shoe Shell Game

A Fox Point woman thought she had sold her Jimmy Choo shoes to a reputable purchaser on eBay for $400, but when they were supposed to be returned, all she got back was an empty shoe box.

Police Report: Vandals Trash Town Club Pool

Someone tossed everything but the kitchen sink into the Fox Point Town Club pool Friday. Just like the vandalism at the Lion's Gates in Bayside, this isn't the first time this location has been victimized.

Trade Your Blood for a Free Summerfest Ticket

The BloodCenter of Wisconsin is thanking donors in June by handing out free Summerfest tickets in exchange for blood at any of the nine area locations.

Bayside Cuts the Red Ribbon on the New Consolidated Dispatch Center

The new dispatch center is open for business, now supporting all seven North Shore communities for police and fire dispatching services.

Bayside's Lion's Gate Vandal Is At It Again

Almost exactly one year ago, someone ripped out dozens of plants that were planted along the historical landmark at Lake Drive and Fairy Chasm Road. Early Friday morning, the plants were removed again and so far, no one know who's to blame.

Photo: Maple Dale Student Gets Ride Home with River Hills Police

No, he wasn't getting arrested. This sixth-grader's family bid the highest at the MDIH Bash for one of the top prizes, a ride home with a police officer.

How to Post Your Free Graduation Announcement on Fox Point-Bayside Patch

Use our free announcement service to share the good news about your graduate.

OMG PD: The Odd and Odder from Police Reports

We've compiled the best ... er, worst ... of odd crime tidbits from around the Milwaukee suburbs.

Nicolet Aiming to Raise $20K With Annual Golf Outing

David Hobbs Honda and PNC Bank Mortgage will be the primary corporate sponsors for the annual fundraiser happening June 16 at the Silver Spring Country Club.

BYOD Program Major Success in Some Classrooms, Less in Others

Tech-related classes are seeing an entire revolution of education with the Bring Your Own Device program at Bayside Middle School, but traditional core classes aren't quite ready to completely rework their curriculum.

Thiensvillian Cited for Absolute Sobriety After Insufficient Alphabet Performance

Officers noticed he didn't have his full vehicle lights on at 2:30 a.m. and when they asked him to recite the alphabet, he missed more than a couple of letters.

An Intoxicated 17-Year-Old Arrested for Underage Drinking After Dropping Some Expletives on Police

He could hardly stand outside the van and when officers stopped over to make sure things were OK, he had less than a friendly response for police.

Illinois Woman Tries to Make Drunken Pit Stop at Ogden Center

She admitted to police she stopped to relieve herself but officers could already smell the alcohol on her breath.

Fox Point Flips for Walker and Bayside Stays With Barrett in Recall Election

Comparing results to Tom Barrett and Scott Walker's face off in 2010, Fox Point shifted its support from Barrett to Walker while Bayside held steady for Barrett in both elections.

River Hills Man Tries to Steal Gas From Open Pantry

Police caught up with him at his home and escorted him back to the gas station to pay for the $20 of gas he ran off with.

The Run to Cure Cancer: Steve Cannon Stops in Milwaukee

Steve Cannon is running a marathon around Lake Michigan to raise money for cancer awareness and research and he stopped in Milwaukee Wednesday.

Fox Point, Bayside: Your Local Election Update

Stay up-to-date on the happenings surrounding the recall election, get info on the candidates that will be on the ballot, learn where to vote, and read a list of things to know about voting from the Government Accountability Board.

Venus in Transit Coming to a Sky Near You Tuesday

You'll probably be dead the next time this happens, so watch it on Tuesday evening.

Too Much Beer and Red Bull Leaves Man Lost in Fox Point, Looking for Waukesha

This 34-year-old Hartford man was arrested for his second OWI after having four or five beers and performing poorly on field sobriety tests.

Have You Seen This?: Fox Point and Bayside on YouTube

Nicolet High School students and former students get creative on the popular video sharing site. Another user chronicles a journey to the Holy Land.

Daily Recall Roundup: June 4

Here are the latest updates from the campaign trail in the Wisconsin gubernatorial recall election.

OMG PD: The Odd and Odder from Police Reports

Excuses, excuses — all of which are bunk, law enforcement officials quickly learn.

Gov. Scott Walker Outraises Tom Barrett By Big Margin in Fox Point, Bayside

Two Fox Point residents each donate $25,000 to help the incumbent governor in Tuesday's recall election.

Bayside Road Repairs On the Way

These projects will consist of pulverizing and shaping the existing pavement and base, overlaying with new asphalt pavement, as well as restoring the existing stone shoulder.

Beware: Darting Deer Cause Most Crashes in June

Fox Point and Bayside have hot spots for deer activity, but this month ranks as one of the worst for crashes involving the darting animals. So here's some tips from the Department of Transportation to help you avoid a costly collision.

Daily Recall Roundup: June 2

Here are the latest updates from the campaign trail in the Wisconsin gubernatorial recall election.

VIDEO: Arrest Made at Bill Clinton Appearance at Pere Marquette Park

Supporter of Gov. Scott Walker was arrested for disorderly conduct after a verbal altercation with a few Barrett backers at Milwaukee rally with Clinton.

78-Year-Old Driver Misses Lake Drive Curve and Lands in The Shul Parking Lot

She didn't make the curve on Brown Deer Road as it turns into Lake Drive and took out a sign and some bushes before landing in The Shul parking lot.

Fox Point Man Accused of Hitting Man in the Neck With a Machete

Suspect attacks a man who was at his house for a night of drinking after the victim gets upset with him for hitting his girlfriend.

House Explosion Put Consolidated Dispatch Center to the Test

The new state-of-the-art facility allowed dispatchers to quickly and easily communicate with fire personnel, police officers and each other to minimize response times and keep the community safe.

Fox Point Man Faces Charges After Hitting Mequon House With SUV

Suspect ran his Chevrolet Suburban into a house after he and two friends spent the night drinking on a boat in downtown Milwaukee.

Fidgety Cudahy Man Busted With Pot Tries to Literally Hide Behind Puerto Rican Flag

A 22-year-old Cudahy man was pulled over for a burned out taillight. When the officer tried to talk to the man, he pulled out a Puerto Rican flag and tried to hide his face.

John Stephens Retires After 54 Years at University School of Milwaukee

Stephens said it's most important to engage students, challenge them and help them learn. He says mostly, he'll miss the students and the dynamite faculty at USM.

CONTEST: Pick Tuesday's Election Winner and Percentage for $50 Gas Card

Predict who will win on Tuesday and also the percentage of votes this person will receive to be eligible to win a $50 or $25 gas card.

Middle Schoolers Learn the Rules of the Road

Students at Maple Dale Middle School got professional bike tune-ups from Wheel & Sprocket and learned the rules of the road from Fox Point and Bayside police at the annual Bike Rodeo.

Photos: Nicolet Seniors Strut Across the Stage

Seniors at Nicolet High School took the stage Friday to accept their diplomas and transition into the next stage of their lives.