West Bloomfield Beacon

Published January 26, 2022

Former player announced as head coach of St. Mary’s football program

ORCHARD LAKE — After having just one head coach patrol the sidelines for the past 32 seasons, the Orchard Lake St. Mary’s football team will have a new leader next season.

Published January 26, 2022

Homeowners urged to test for radon this month

METRO DETROIT — You can’t see it or smell it, but radon gas in your home can be a serious health hazard.

Published January 26, 2022

Arts grants distributed by Anton Art Center

METRO DETROIT — Nearly a dozen organizations are receiving funding for arts programs after being awarded grants through the Anton Art Center, the Region 10A Regranting Agency for the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA).

Published January 26, 2022

Pandemic impacts school music, sports, theater programs

METRO DETROIT — It has been nearly two years since the world was changed by news of a worldwide pandemic. Among the many ways society was altered, the education system was perhaps forever changed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, with schools ushering in virtual learning.

Published January 20, 2022

Officials share goals for 2022 in Greater West Bloomfield area

WEST BLOOMFIELD/KEEGO HARBOR/ORCHARD LAKE — With 2021 now in the rearview mirror, local leaders recently reflected on the past year and focused on aspirations for the year ahead.

Published January 20, 2022

Coyote sightings spark awareness efforts

WEST BLOOMFIELD/FARMINGTON — West Bloomfield resident Carrie Candela recently said that there are paw prints all over the subdivision she lives in.

Published January 20, 2022

Free at-home COVID test kits available under new government programs

METRO DETROIT — As the omicron variant continues to spread throughout the U.S., state health officials say testing for COVID-19 is vitally important to limit spread of the virus.

Published January 19, 2022

The Friday 5 — Jan. 28-30

Your guide for local events the weekend of Jan. 28-30, 2022

Published January 19, 2022

The Friday 5 — Jan. 21-23

Your guide for local events the weekend of Jan. 21-23, 2022

Published January 17, 2022

Crime briefs of the year in West Bloomfield

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Here’s a look back at some of the most interesting and bizarre local crime briefs from 2021.

Published January 17, 2022

Honoring MLK in 2022

METRO DETROIT — Here's some events in C & G's coverage area that will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 17.

Published January 13, 2022

Michigan love sent to Mayfield

METRO DETROIT — Roger Harrison has a background as a forensic fire and explosion investigator, having been on site at many high-profile industrial fires and explosions.

Published January 13, 2022

West Bloomfield School District Superintendent announces retirement

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A career in education that has spanned more than 48 years is set to end next summer, as West Bloomfield School District Superintendent Gerald D. Hill announced that he will be retiring June 30.

Activities such as snowshoeing can be a good way to get some exercise in the winter months, since it gets people outside and lets them be active in a socially distanced manner.

Published January 12, 2022

COVID can complicate those new year’s resolutions

METRO DETROIT — With the new year here, many people have made resolutions to improve their lives in 2022. A common resolution has always been getting in shape or losing weight, and that may be more true than ever due to COVID-19.

Published January 12, 2022

Grace Centers of Hope program helps former West Bloomfield resident get sober

METRO DETROIT — Grace Centers of Hope in Pontiac is Oakland County’s oldest and largest homeless shelter.

Published January 12, 2022

Pantone names ‘Very Peri’ 2022 Color of the Year

METRO DETROIT — The Pantone Color Institute recently announced “Very Peri” as its 2022 Color of the Year, marking the first time that the institute created a new color for the program.

Published January 11, 2022

Oakland County K-9 deputy dies after battling cancer

OAKLAND COUNTY — Longtime Oakland County K-9 Deputy Bob Loken died Jan. 8 after a battle with cancer, officials said.

Published January 11, 2022

Event will honor radio disc jockey John O’Leary

METRO DETROIT — Local radio disc jockeys, music fans and musicians will gather Jan. 30 at the Token Lounge in Westland to remember their dear friend John O’Leary.

Published January 8, 2022

Omicron ‘juggernaut’ threatens to send Beaumont Health past breaking point

METRO DETROIT — On Jan. 6, officials from Beaumont Health and the U.S. Department of Defense appeared for a digital news conference to give an update about the health system’s becoming-overwhelmed resources; namely, its staff.