Milwaukee Buzz - May 2, 2009
"Ninja-style" vandals strike near Farwell and North
A group of about 20 to 30 vandals, dressed in black and wearing masks, committed multiple acts of vandalism just after 11 p.m. last night. The group, which some witnesses described as "looking like ninjas," damaged the windows of several businesses and vehicles near the East Side intersection of Farwell and North Avenues, threw barricades into the street and set off smoke bombs.
Tags: vandalism, north avenue, farwell avenue, us bank, whole foods, qdoba, bruegger's

Bars & Clubs - Feb. 25, 2009
Milwaukee's best bar near North Avenue, 2009: Hooligan's Super Bar
Last year Paddy's Pub took the cake, but this year it seems tastes have change, as the readers of OnMilwaukee.com chose Hooligan's Super Bar as their favorite bar on or near North Avenue. Hooligan's is a great corner bar and an even better place to watch a game or play trivia.
Tags: bar month, north avenue, hooligan's super bar

Living - Jan. 7, 2009
An interesting sign of the times
The saying may be old and hackneyed, but for one East Side bank, it seems, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Tags: continental savings bank, north avenue

Dining - Feb. 10, 2008
Scoopz is a cool treat for North Ave. custard fans
Given the recent cold, snowy weather, custard might not sound like a great idea. A trip to Scoopz, 3621 W. North Ave., proved otherwise.
Tags: custard, north avenue, scoopz, damon dorsey

Marketplace - Jan. 9, 2008
Ess Elle Style Studio keep it clean and classic
Fashion should never be a guessing game, although it often turns out to be one. Fear not, Ess Elle Style Studio is here to help.
Tags: ess elle style studio, north avenue, fashion district, sarah skinner, lisa trautner, denim, boutique, kenilworth building

Dining - Oct. 8, 2008
McCafe: Made to Order?
I am a huge fan of specialty coffees. I'm such a fanatic that I even worked as a barista at a coffee shop in England while studying abroad. Now that I have a grown-up job, my morning ritual includes stopping by a Starbucks, Alterra or other local coffee shop for an iced coffee, mocha or some sort...
Tags: McDonalds, McCafe, North Avenue, Coffee, Starbucks, Alterra