Madison - Park News

Published October 22, 2021

Two local friends learn they are both in need of a kidney transplant

OAKLAND COUNTY — For years, Royal Oak resident Mallory Milavec has been helping raise money for the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan.

Published October 22, 2021

Grocery stores, food pantries feel impact of supply chain crisis

METRO DETROIT — We’ve seen it before — empty store shelves, purchase limits and skyrocketing prices — and, unfortunately, experts say these things aren’t going anywhere soon.

Published October 21, 2021

Fire breaks out at Hazel Park townhouses

HAZEL PARK — Authorities in Hazel Park are investigating a townhouse fire, the cause of which has been described as “suspicious.”

Published October 14, 2021

Motor City Comic Con to make grand return Oct. 15-17

OAKLAND COUNTY — The biggest comic and pop culture convention in Michigan will be returning to the tri-county area this weekend.

Published October 13, 2021

Coming in from the cold

METRO DETROIT — It’s tough to let go of the plants that you’ve grown to know and love over Michigan’s sweet summer months, and you don’t always have to.

Published October 13, 2021

Smaller apple crops can’t hinder the fun at local orchards, cider mills

METRO DETROIT — Fall has officially arrived, and the cooler weather is drawing many local families to apple orchards and cider mills for some outdoor entertainment.

Published October 13, 2021

As absentee ballots go out, clerks review election security

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — A year after the presidential election, no evidence has been found of widespread voter fraud, yet some still question the integrity of the voting process.

Published October 13, 2021

Madison Heights, Hazel Park voters to decide mayor, council

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — In the Madison-Park News’ coverage area, voters in Madison Heights and Hazel Park will decide the next mayor and council for their cities. There are also two school proposals.

Published October 13, 2021

Madison Heights, Hazel Park continue efforts to address domestic violence

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but efforts to tackle the issue have been ongoing year-round.

Published October 11, 2021

Pre-registration now open for Pumpkin Walk

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Pumpkin Walk returns to Civic Center Park this year, in what has become a Halloween tradition for the city of Madison Heights. But those who want to join the fun will need to sign up soon, as pre-registration is required.

Residents lined up outside the Novi Fire Station Oct. 7 for a drive-thru vaccine clinic, hosted by Oakland County Health Division.

Published October 8, 2021

Third shot’s the charm

Oakland County’s health director explains who should get another dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and when

Published October 7, 2021

Councilmember resigns over new social media policy in Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — Madison Heights City Councilmember Kymm Clark has resigned from the City Council, following the adoption of a social media policy for elected officials.

The Sanctuary, located in Royal Oak, offers a three-week residential program, outpatient counseling and trauma-informed care to youth and families in crisis. It is part of Common Ground, a nonprofit organization that is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Published October 7, 2021

Common Ground celebrates 50 years

OAKLAND COUNTY — As Common Ground celebrates its first 50 years and looks forward to the next, it hopes to raise funds for a behavioral health urgent care center to address the increasing demand from people facing stress, addiction and other emotional well-being issues.

Published October 7, 2021

Hands-on lab sets out to engage Oakland students

OAKLAND COUNTY — This week, as you’re sitting down to read this article, sixth graders in the West Bloomfield Schools District are experiencing the latest innovations in science, technology, engineering and math first hand.

Published October 6, 2021

A deeper look at our wider waistlines

METRO DETROIT — Social distancing may keep us from contracting COVID-19, but it could also make many of us more likely to succumb to a different national public health crisis: obesity.

Published October 6, 2021

Marijuana companies give back through Madison Heights Progress Forward

MADISON HEIGHTS — Eligible groups in Madison Heights are able to apply for grants through a program funded by ongoing donations from local marijuana companies — part of a pledge that the businesses made when they set up shop in the city.

Published October 6, 2021

Like the weather, fall has slightly cooled housing market

METRO DETROIT — Bidding wars, appraisal guarantees, cash-only offers.

Published October 6, 2021

Behind the Wheel: Studebaker returns home

STERLING HEIGHTS — Bryan Smith never thought he’d see his 1954 Studebaker again.

Published October 6, 2021

Voters to decide bond to fix buildings in Madison Schools

MADISON HEIGHTS — Madison District Public Schools is seeking taxpayer approval for a new bond in the general election Nov. 2 — and officials say it won’t increase the current tax rate.

Published October 6, 2021

Lamphere school district seeks renewal of operating millage

MADISON HEIGHTS — Once every 10 years, voters are asked whether to renew the Lamphere Public Schools’ general operating millage — a vital piece of funding. That millage is next up for renewal in the general election Nov. 2.