NOVI — An 11-year-old entrepreneur is working to rebuild his business after his mobile gaming bus was broken into at a Wixom storage facility in early June.

NOVI — Thousands of people attended the Festival of Chariots, an Indian spiritual and cultural festival also known as the Rathyatra, held in Novi July 17, according to event spokesman Madhu Mahadevan.

SOUTHFIELD — A developer looking to convert a former hotel into a senior assisted living facility has gotten the necessary approval in order for the change to take place.

SOUTHFIELD — The Detroit Institute of Arts is partnering with Southfield to bring high-quality reproductions of famous art pieces to city properties as part of the DIA’s Inside|Out program.

OAKLAND COUNTY — A new Oakland County Land Bank was approved by the county’s Board of Commissioners at its June 23 meeting.

TROY — The Troy Public Library is wishing patrons bon appetit with its upcoming Beyond the Plate program on Tuesday, Aug. 2.

ROYAL OAK — On June 21, an open house highlighted the talents of adults in the mental health rehabilitation program and celebrated 30 years of community service with complimentary ice cream and door prizes at Easterseals Michigan’s Dreams Unlimited Clubhouse, 1222 Catalpa Drive.

ROYAL OAK — Oakland County FC’s return to Royal Oak for its 2022 campaign was nothing short of successful.

ROCHESTER HILLS — A man accused of stealing deposits from prospective business owners after their deals failed is facing prison time.

ROCHESTER HILLS — A man from Sterling Heights is facing criminal sexual conduct charges after allegedly inappropriately touching a female employee at a store in Rochester Hills July 1.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS — A new nonprofit is hoping to support and expand community-centered arts and culture in the Rochester area.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — As families begin shopping for school supplies, the Rochester Area Neighborhood House is hoping they will pick up a few extras for local kids in need.

ROCHESTER — Do you know a property owner, business owner or employee in downtown Rochester who deserves to be recognized for their community spirit?

ROCHESTER — Thelma G. Spencer Park has a fresh look thanks to a new public art installation.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — While the first-round exit in the playoffs wasn’t what University Liggett School was hoping for, the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association brought a sense of accomplishment in the offseason.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — One of the newest members of the Grosse Pointe Shores Public Safety Department is more than a little bit familiar with the east side.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Patrons of Village restaurants and bars may soon be able to enjoy an adult beverage to go.

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Grosse Pointe Park voters who opt to cast their ballots in person during the primary Aug. 2 will be doing so at new locations.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — When Grosse Pointe City Councilman John Stempfle announced he was stepping down from his post in June because he and his wife were moving out of the community, it was a loss that resounded beyond the City’s borders.

DETROIT/GROSSE POINTE CITY — His hearing might not be as sharp as it once was, but at 90, acclaimed jazz drummer Bob Pinterich, of Marge’s Bar Band, doesn’t need it — he feels the rhythms from his fellow musicians and keeps the beat as precisely as he always has.