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.

ROCHESTER HILLS — Leading Rochester Adams varsity baseball to the Oakland Athletics Association-Red league title and the school’s single-season wins record, senior Parker Picot was dominant on the mound and at the plate.

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Blossom Ridge, a luxury senior living campus at Adams and Dutton roads in Oakland Township, recently celebrated its three-year anniversary.

ROCHESTER HILLS — Detectives from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after a mother and her daughter were found dead inside a Rochester Hills residence June 27.

ROCHESTER HILLS — After leading the Rochester Adams varsity softball team to the regional championship game, it was an easy decision for the Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association to name junior Ella McDonald first team all-state.

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — After a two-year hiatus, Oakland Township’s Music in the Meadows summer concert series is back.

ROCHESTER HILLS — Voters will notice some changes when they head to the polls Aug. 2.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — In the Post’s coverage area, voters will decide various state, county and local primary races Aug. 2.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County is home to more inland lakes and registered boats than anywhere else in the state. To ensure residents’ safety this summer, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners is piloting a program to increase marine safety patrols on Oakland County lakes.

OAKLAND COUNTY — On June 22, Oakland County and school officials announced the Oakland County Schools Mental Health Grant Program, which will automatically distribute $175,000 to each school district in the county to address students’ mental health needs.

MICHIGAN — In a virtual press conference hours after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down Roe v. Wade in a 6-3 vote, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel took questions from members of the press June 24.

ROCHESTER — Families can once again enjoy the magic of the big screen under the stars this summer.

ROCHESTER — Shoppers will have the opportunity to hunt for bargains and support local businesses as they stroll along Main Street in downtown Rochester next month.

ROCHESTER — The city of Rochester is working hard to increase its tree canopy.

METRO DETROIT — The skies above Lake St. Clair will once again roar with the sounds of jet engines this July as Selfridge Air National Guard Base hosts its air show and open house.

ROCHESTER/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A teenager who admitted to firing a gunshot in the parking lot of a beach at Stony Creek Metropark June 15 has been released back to their parents.

METRO DETROIT — Bringing a pet into a home can make a huge difference to an animal, even if it is just on a temporary basis.

METRO DETROIT — Earlier this month, Michigan State Police decided to play a game of laser tag.