Lace Up the Ice Skates for Some Winter Fun

Ice skating opportunities abound, and with indoor and outdoor rinks, there's something for every person — and all weather.

Rep. Pasch Voices Support for Legal Challenge to Law Regulating 'Pill Abortions'

Planned Parenthood filed suit Wednesday alleging the recently enacted state law — which subjects doctors who perform "pill abortions" to the risk of criminal penalties — doesn't clearly define procedures to satisfy the measure.

Gift Ideas and Acts of Kindness in Shorewood

The Shorewood Insider digs deep after holding court in the locker room to point you to local gifts for $20, $40, as well as priceless acts of kindness.

You Can Still Give to Those in Need This Holiday Season

It isn't too late to make a donation that will make this year's end brighter for someone suffering, whether from hunger, poverty, disease or disaster.

SHOP Celebrates 5 Years in Shorewood

The mother-daughter duo of Mary LeBlanc and Liz Sumner say their East Capitol Drive women's clothing shop has been a great success.

$3 Million Project Will Replace Aging, Failing Boilers in Schools

The boilers at Shorewood High School and Atwater are leaking water and have surpassed their life span, so officials say the should be replaced. However, some residents say the district shouldn't spend millions without a referendum.

Free Chicken Wings Tuesday at Wingstop

Pick up your five free wings between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at the new Wingstop opening up in Glendale.

12-12-12 Concert to Benefit Hurricane Sandy Victims

Some of the biggest names in music will play at a benefit concert on Wednesday. All proceeds will go to Hurricane Sandy victims, via the Robin Hood Foundation.

Who's In the Running for the Open Shorewood School Board Seat?

Long-time member and former president Paul Zovic is among nine candidates who have thrown their names into the running for an open seat on the Shorewood School Board.

Police Report: Fight at Shorewood High School; Car Break-In

A roundup of the latest from the Shorewood police log.

A Trek through 'Near Space'

Shorewood's John Flaig captured breath-taking, NASA-like photos and video of Earth and its atmosphere after launching a stratospheric weather balloon into "near space."

When The Snow Finally Falls, Village Will Be Ready

After a mild winter last year, Shorewood is stocked up on salt and has been preparing for months for the white stuff.

Tour the Best Holiday Lights in Shorewood and Whitefish Bay

Patch editors found some of the best Christmas and holiday lights displays in Shorewood and Whitefish Bay and mapped them out for you.

Menorah Parade Meanders Through North Shore

Dozens of cars topped with menorahs made their way through the North Shore in a parade in celebration of Chanukah.

Reminder: Tax Bill in Holiday Mail Mix

It's property tax bill season. Homeowners should have received their bills already in the mail.

Shovel the Snow or Face A Hefty Fine

Shorewood is once again enlisting the help of Milwaukee-based landscape company, the Green Team, to ensure public sidewalks are cleared of snow and ice this winter.

3 Car Break-ins Reported Last Week

Among the illegal entries to cars was an incident on North Summit Avenue where $1,400 in clothing and a $900 computer were stolen.

Obituary: Matthew M. Rupsis

Rupsis, a graduate of Shorewood High School, passed away Nov. 22 at the age of 33.

Shorewood Rings in Holiday Season with First Tree Lighting

The lighting, held on the Cornerstone patio, between North Star American Bistro and Thief Wine, was attended by around 75.

Shorewood Lawyer's License to Practice Suspended after Shoplifting Convictions

The Wisconsin Supreme Court says Naomi Soldon committed professional misconduct when she shoplifted items from several stores including video games and a candy bar in separate incidents in 2009.

Obituary: Harry J. Onufrock

Former resident of Shorewood, Onufrock passed away Thursday at the age of 71

Village Fighting Hunger This Holiday Season

And, you can help too. Shorewood has donation boxes at most village buildings where residents can drop off non-perishable food items.

Parking in Shorewood: Changes Near Garden Room Prompt Broader Local Discussion

A proposal to raze a home for parking has become a contentious one, but recent developments in the saga have elevated the a broader discussion to the issue of parking in Shorewood.

Nominate Shorewood's Person of the Year

Shorewood Patch is taking nominations for volunteers and other people who are doing positive things in the community.

New Restaurant Will Fill Former El Guapo's Space in Whitefish Bay

A local restauranteur has stepped up to open The Bay, a community-based restaurant and bar on Silver Spring Drive.

Homicide Charges Explored against UWM Student following Death of Man in Dorm

UWM police were called to a dorm room around 11 Monday night after a 56-year-old Watertown man was found unresponsive at a desk with drug paraphernalia.

Last Day for Village Leaf Pick-up is Friday

Place leaf piles on the parkway near the curb and small piles of leaves or sticks and garden debris into paper bags for collection on your normal garbage day.

Woman Accused of Stealing Coworker's Debit Card

Police say a Milwaukee woman stole her coworker's debit card, then used it to buy items at an area Walmart.

Shorewood Holiday Events Aimed at Relieving Seasonal Stress Run Saturday

For the second year, the Shorewood BID will host its Stop, Shop & Restore event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday events and deals at local businesses.

If You Can't Say Anything Nice...Come Sit by Me

Etiquette expert, Margery Sinclair, returns to Shorewood Saturday to give local children a lesson on proper dinner table manners and protocol.

Police Report: Stolen Car; Several Vehicles, Stop Signs Hit with Graffiti

A roundup of the latest from the Shorewood police log.

Village, School Board Seats Up for Re-election in Spring Elections

Three School Board and two Village Board seats are up for re-election on the April 2 ballot. Candidates can circulate nomination papers, and the deadline to file is Jan. 2.

Storms Cause Slew of Car Accidents Monday Night

Police report eight accidents in one night, including one that sent two people to the hospital.

Shorewood's First Tree Lighting Set for Friday

Shorewood High School carolers and McMenimen Irish Dancers are among the entertainment, organizers will offer holiday treats and say expect a jolly special guest.

Honor Flight Movie Showing at Marcus Theaters

In the film, WWII veterans are sent on a free trip to Washington, DC to visit the war memorials built to commemorate their service.

Citgo Owner Punches 2 Men Trying to Steal Cigarettes

The gas station owner told police one man tried to take a carton of cigarettes from a storage room while the other man distracted him by checking out.

Man Accused of Shorewood Bomb Threats Pleads Guilty

Thomas Yela, 50, pleaded guilty on Monday to one count of creating a bomb scare, after he called police and an intervention center in August, and threatened to blow up Shorewood's River Park apartments and the Locust Street bridge.

Fly A Kite on New Year's Day

The 26th Cool Fool kite festival takes over Veterans Park in Milwaukee on New Year's Day. Family-friendly, the event has lots of chances to see some amazing (and huge) kites, plus try your hand at something a little bit smaller.

Social Worker by Day Jewelry Maker by Night

What started out as a hobby has blossomed into a business for Shorewood Resident Julie Bischoff who has been a jewelry and greeting cards vendor at the Shorewood Arts and Crafts Fair for 15 years.

Does Shorewood Have Enough Police Officers?

The village has 1.82 officers for every 1,000 people living in the community. Use this searchable database on Patch to see how this compares with others around the state.