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From the North Shore NOW newsroom

Electorate approves levy; police liaison restored (8/27/08)
Four Democrats vie for spot on fall ballot (8/27/08)
Homestead at the head of the class (8/27/08)
Resident demands action for alleged cutting violation (8/27/08)
Resolution withdrawn; no spankings given (8/27/08)
Taxes are going up (8/27/08)
Golf: Nicolet 13th at Central-Homestead Classic; senior Bauman ties for sixth (8/25/08)
Swimming: Brown Deer/USM co-op return a number of key participants, including Roos, Slotke (8/25/08)
Tennis: Young Knights set in singles positions; doubles up for grabs (8/25/08)
Bay ACT scores among top in area (8/20/08)
More: News | Business | Sports

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Elegance, style on 4 wheels (8/24/08)
Nicolet grad animating comic books in a new way (8/17/08)
How did urn with ashes end up in Bayside park? (8/2/08)
Guess what’s hot this summer? School! (7/20/08)
Weather hazard drills now law (6/12/08)
Bayside student qualifies for state geography bee (5/1/08)
Maple Dale jazz ensemble wins Kames competition (5/1/08)
CUW and MATC announce program agreement (4/7/08)
George Bockl (4/5/08)
School spending measures pass (4/1/08)
Proposals on ballot in 7 school systems (3/30/08)
Schools give extra as top leaders leave (3/21/08)
Challengers form team to unseat Bayside incumbents (3/19/08)
Teens' scientific skills awaken (3/15/08)
No one injured in Fox Point fire (2/12/08)
Hannah over your wallet: Tickets at any price? (1/12/08)
Synaplex Shabbat provides variety of worship options (1/11/08)
Bike store makes Nov. 21 purchases free (12/27/07)
Fire brought an outpouring of help (12/25/07)
Fire kills 1 in Fox Point (12/24/07)
More: News | Business | Sports

PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW

The high school football season is under way and we have complete coverage of Nicolet as the team takes to the gridiron this fall.

Story: Look ahead at North Shore teams
Video: NOW sports staff previews season
Poll: Ranking the top suburban teams
Contest: Pick the winners for weekly prizes
The Knights: Schedule | Roster

Cast your vote in photo contest

We received more than 700 entries in our Summer Fun Photo Contest, and now it's time for you to vote for the winners! We've narrowed the field down to 30 finalists ... and you can take it from here!
The winners will receive a $500 Visa gift card or one of two Wisconsin historical sites family packages in our Summer Fun Photo Contest.

Voting ends at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, so make your picks today!

See finalists and vote now | See all entries

Video: Contest featured on 'The Morning Blend'

Win a $100 mall gift card
in prep football contest

Calling all high school football fans! Enter our "Pigskin Picks" contest and you could win a $100 mall gift card as well as weekly prizes.
Just pick the teams you think are going to win local Friday night football games and see how your predictions stack up against other prep fans. Enter now

Marquette salutes
local honor students

Marquette University and MyBaysideNOW.com are proud to salute the outstanding students who have made the honor rolls at our local schools. Click on a student's name for a printable honor roll certificate. Go to honor rolls page

HERE'S TO YOUR HEALTH

Health Department blog

The North Shore Health Department will post information aimed at keep residents safe and healthy on its new blog, "Here's to Your Health."
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Who is making contributions?

Want to know which Bayside residents are contributing to the presidential campaigns - and how much they're giving? Wonder if Democrats or Republicans are getting more financial support in your community? Search our list of presidential campaign contributions.

Data Warehouse: More searchable databases

How much do educators earn?

Who's the highest paid person in your school district? How much is your child's teacher earning? How do salaries of educators here compare to the rest of the Milwaukee area?

Get the answers to those questions and more by searching our list of public school employee salaries.

Nicolet Prep Sportlight

The sports season is in full swing at Nicolet High School and, if you're a prep sports fan, we've got you covered. Track, soccer and more … this is your place for expanded coverage of the Nicolet prep sports scene.

Video: CNI All-Suburban banquet
Photo Gallery: Images from the season
Stories: NOW staff's prep coverage
Video: Prep Roundtable and more

STEVE'S CHEERS AND JEERS

Veteran sportswriter Tietz
goes behind local prep scene

NOW sportswriter Steve Tietz shares his unique perspective on local high school sports in his new blog. Tietz, who has covered prep sports for more than 20 years, has insight you won't find anywhere else.

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ADOPTABLE ANIMALS

Humane Society blog
features pets who need a home

There are hundreds of dogs and cats who are looking for a new home. The Wisconsin Humane Society profiles those animals in its new blog.
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Concerts in the parks

If you're looking for great music without spending a dime, check out the the free concerts that will be held throughout the Milwaukee County parks this summer. Click here for a complete concert schedule, and check out the photo gallery from this summer's events.

THE PARK PEOPLE

Citizens group is now online

Stay on top of what's happening in the Milwaukee County parks system with the blog from The Park People, a member-driven organization dedicated to citizen stewardship of our county parks.

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FAMILY WATCHDOG

Locate sex offenders
in your neighborhood

BaysideNOW.com is teaming up with Family Watchdog, a national organization, to provide residents with an interactive map that shows where registered sex offenders are living and working in your area.

With just one click of the mouse, you can quickly find out whether any offenders are in your neighborhood and can get details on those individuals.
Go to Family Watchdog offender map

Video: Family Watchdog featured on 'Morning Blend'

Ozaukee County is
a great place to visit

From the outstanding schools to the friendliness of the neighborhoods to the great business districts, there's something special about Ozaukee County.

"Where We Live," a special advertising feature, captures the unique sense the community by focusing on the area's shopping, recreation, entertainment, traditions and landmarks.

Stories: What makes us so special?
Photo Gallery: Images of our community
Advertiser Directory: List of area businesses
Special Section: Digital version of section

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