Bayside Police Issue 25 Citations During Sting Operation

To bring more awareness of pedestrian safety, Bayside police ran a sting operation at Brown Deer and Regent roads. Lt. Tom Henkel would click the pedestrian crossing light and when cars didn't stop, they got pulled over.

Man Arrested for OWI After Driving on Wrong Side of Brown Deer Road

He told police it was his birthday, so he did have a few drinks. But for this man, it was one too many.

Last Chance: Patch Peeps Challenge

Patch aims to keep you up to date on local deadlines and calendar dates. Click to learn about those can't-miss opportunities.

'Panty-Gate' Hits Bayside for April Fool's Day

A Bayside family awoke Sunday morning to an elaborate undie display on their front lawn. They found it so funny, they kept it up all day until someone complained to the police and they were asked to take it down.

Last Chance: A Lenten Fish Fry

Patch aims to keep you up to date on local deadlines and calendar dates. Click to learn about those can't-miss opportunities.

Friberg Retains Seat on Fox Point-Bayside School Board

A challenger for the Nicolet School Board, Melody Halstrom, garnered a good percentage of votes in Fox Point and Bayside even though she dropped out of the race in January.

Fox Point, Bayside Elections: With Play-By-Play Updates, Check Patch for Results

The best spot for up-to-the-minute news and information on the 2012 election.

Fox Point-Bayside Election Preview: Voter ID, Where To Vote, Candidate Info

City, county and national races make for a full ballot on Tuesday; be informed before you head out and cast your ballot.

Teens Involved in Theft of a McDonald's Sign from Inside the Restaurant

When officers caught up with them, one teen said he thought it "would be funny." He was cited for theft.

Week Ahead: Bayside Board Meeting, Election Day and a Passover Event

A roundup of places to be and people to meet in Fox Point and Bayside.

OMG PD: The Odd and Odder From Police Reports

The bad news is: You're in jail. The good news is: Two ladies will come visit you. The bad news is: They come at the same time. The good news is: You're in jail, safe and sound.

Best Buy to Close Stores, Cut 400 Jobs; Unknown if Fox Point is Included

Fifty stores could close and 400 employees could lose their jobs.

LIVE BLOG: Fox Point-Bayside Candidates Forum

The two candidates running in Tuesday's election for the Fox Point-Bayside School Board will be sharing their views in candidates forum set for 7 p.m Wednesday. Patch will be blogging live throughout the event.

Local Fire Department and Synagogues Pairing Up for Passover Tradition

For safety and community connections, the North Shore Fire Department is hosting an official chametz burning – the removal by fire of all leavened bread – in honor of Passover.

Inside the Journey of Brittney Fair

How the unanimous, 1st team, all-state point guard achieved her goal of becoming Nicolet's all-time leading scorer, despite her first love being soccer.

What's with the New Look? Patch Gets Prettified

Patch got a speedy nip-and-tuck to make your community news hub more user-friendly.

MDIH Cinco De Mayo Benefit Bash

Take a look at all the work happening to get the 11th year of the Bash ready to go.

Glenbulah Man Arrested for Using Charger at Best Buy Without Buying It

He told police he thought he was entitled because he'd "spent a lot of money at Best Buy" in the past.

Three Men Steal Hair Clipper From Fox Point Beauty Supply Store

They tried to make off with a hair clipper, but were caught outside of Best Buy in RiverPoint Shopping Center.

Why Nicolet Doesn't Make Milwaukee Magazine's Best Public Schools List

Residents are asking why the "Blue Ribbon" school was excluded from the list of the top public schools in the area; District Administrator Rick Monroe calls it "inexcusable" but the magazine explains.

Fox Point and Bayside Escape Ballot Errors Unscathed

Testing done in advance of the April 3 General Election has discovered a flaw in the election ballots sent to many cities and municipalities in Milwaukee County, but Fox Point and Bayside hadn't received theirs yet so they remain unaffected.

Last Chance: Godspell Closes Sunday

Our new 'Last Chance' feature lets you know about important upcoming deadlines.

Fox Point, Bayside Residents Get Free Mulch for Spring

Doing some yard work and need some mulch? If you live in either village, you can avoid a costly trip to a home improvement store and just swing by the DPW for your free mulch.

OMG PD: The Odd and Odder From Police Reports

Our roundup of weird crime for the week has something of a food theme, with chicken wings (sort of) and shrimp (stolen poorly).

Chat With Fox Point-Bayside Patch

From 8 to 11 a.m. Thursday, the Patch editor will be holding office hours at Stone Creek Coffee to get your feedback, or teach your how to expand your presence on the Internet.

Week Ahead: Candidate Forum, Patch Chat, Book and Bake Sale and a Fish Fry

A roundup of places to be and people to meet in Fox Point and Bayside.

New Poll Shows Romney in Lead in Wisconsin

In a new poll released today by Rasmussen Reports, Mitt Romney has a 13 point lead over Rick Santorum. This is a turn-around from two previous polls that showed Santorum in the lead in the Dairy State.

Submit Your Photos for National Puppy Day!

Show off your furry pride and joy by uploading your pictures to our gallery.

20-Year-Old Mequon Man Nearly Dies from Heroin Overdose in McDonald's Parking Lot

His friend noticed he passed out in the car and stopped at McDonald's for help.

Car Full of North Shore Teens Busted With Pot Brownies, a Bong and Liquor

One of the girls had her drugs hidden away precariously in a pastel-colored, zippered make-up case and her glass pipe in a multicolored jewelry box.

Mequon Woman Arrested for Second OWI Refuses to Perform Field Sobriety Tests

She asked officers if the tests were even necessary since this was admittedly her second offense.

Fox Point Native Raises Thousands to Save Honduran Baby

A 21-year-old puts her time and money into improving the lives of Hondurans and helping discover the cause of seizures attacking her seventh-month-old, Honduran goddaughter.

Fox Point-Bayside School Board Candidate Forum Wednesday

Get to know incumbent Debbie Friberg and challenger Eilene Stevens at a PTO-sponsored forum.

Man Charged With 5th OWI After Being Stopped in Bayside

Suspect ran a stop sign while exiting I-43 in Sunday.

Fire Department Fees Increasing for 2012

Largest increase is a $30 hike in advanced life support transport for a nonresident. There's also a new $900 fee for kits to treat exposure to nerve agents.

Concussion Bill Meets Muster for State Legislators

Gov. Scott Walker has on his desk new legislation that would require young athletes suspected of having a head injury to be removed from the activity until he or she can be evaluated by a health care provider.

The Village Scrapbook: Panther Prowl

Submissions from residents showcasing a day-in-the-life in Fox Point and Bayside.

Mark Your Calendar for Bayside's Spring Clean Up

Bring everything but the kitchen sink for safe, responsible disposal on April 21.

Mutual Respect: Cars and Bicycles Sharing the Road

Village Manager Andy Pederson offers some tips for safe travels when bicyclists and vehicles are sharing the village roadways.

98-Year-Old Fox Point Man Victim of 'Old Neighbor' Scam

Two men entered his home pretending to be "old neighbors" from down the street. They proceeded to go through his entire house looking for valuables.