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Published April 16, 2019

Shelter dogs hit the town as part of Detroit Dogventures

DETROIT — On April 6 and 7, people from all over the Detroit area gathered in the city to have a special day with a new furry friend.

Published April 16, 2019

Find good deals and community at the Harper Woods Spring Flea Market

HARPER WOODS — The second annual Harper Woods Spring Flea Market will return in May to offer residents a chance to head outside, meet their neighbors and try to find some new treasures.

Harper Woods will be continuing its upgrade of water meters to digital meters via a $200,000 grant from Michigan’s Financially Distressed Cities, Villages and Townships grant program.

Published April 16, 2019

Harper Woods to upgrade water meters using grant money

HARPER WOODS — State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks announced March 22 that Harper Woods will be receiving $200,000 to replace water meters in the community.

Published April 12, 2019

Miller, Levin focus on lake advocacy efforts

MACOMB COUNTY — Two local politicians and advocates for the health of the Great Lakes are planning continued efforts to protect the “Heart of the Great Lakes” — Lake St. Clair.

Published April 12, 2019

Harper Woods police seek home invasion suspects

HARPER WOODS — Harper Woods public safety officers were dispatched to a residence in the 19900 block of Kenosha Street, near Beaconsfield Street and Moross Road, at 2:04 a.m. April 12 after receiving reports of a home invasion.

Published April 12, 2019

Police investigate shots fired in Harper Woods neighborhood

HARPER WOODS — Harper Woods police officers responded to reports of shots fired at 7:24 p.m. April 11 in the 19700 block of Damman Street, which is near Beaconsfield Street and Huntington Avenue.

Published April 11, 2019

Harper Woods students learn through ‘Hamilton’

HARPER WOODS — A group of Harper Woods High School students are getting the chance to experience the hit musical “Hamilton” while making their own creations exploring the time period of the Revolutionary War.

Published April 11, 2019

New trial begins for former state trooper accused of murder

DETROIT — On April 10 in 3rd Circuit Court, a new trial began in the case of former Michigan State Trooper Mark Bessner, who is charged with one count of second-degree murder and one count of involuntary manslaughter in the death of 15-year-old Detroit resident Damon Grimes.

Published April 10, 2019

The Friday 5 — April 12-14

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published April 10, 2019

Fourth Fur Ball to benefit four-legged pals

FARMINGTON HILLS/NOVI — When you’ve conquered the competitive world of professional bowling, you need to find a new mountain to scale.

Published April 10, 2019

Home is where the party is

METRO DETROIT — It’s a warm Saturday as the summer sun begins to set over the lush backyard. The bride and groom have recited their wedding vows, the tiered cake has been cut, and the reception is just getting started.

Published April 10, 2019

Slow and steady is how to start the race

METRO DETROIT — On any given weekday, it’s not an uncommon sight to look out a window at the C & G Newspapers building and see a tall, slender woman in bright and cheery athletic gear stride by. Brooke England-Wagenknecht is a veteran graphic designer in C & G’s art department who spends her days juggling time in front of the computer with motherhood. Sometimes, she needs to literally and figuratively run away from it all.

Published April 9, 2019

State shuts down local auto repair facilities, suspends dealerships

Published April 5, 2019

Police provide update on Macomb County pursuit

MACOMB COUNTY — Local police recently provided an update on a dangerous police pursuit that spanned multiple jurisdictions in Macomb County. Sterling Heights Police Lt. Mario Bastianelli said at an April 2 press conference that police learned at around 7:15 a.m. that morning of “possible shots fired” in an incident involving two vehicles.

Published April 3, 2019

The Friday 5 — April 5-7

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published April 3, 2019

Aquariums can add tranquility, beauty to homes

METRO DETROIT — There are many choices facing a homeowner when decorating a home. Something that is not uncommon, but definitely stands out, is an aquarium. Victor Bondi, a Warren resident and president of the Motor City Aquarium Society, said he has at least four fish tanks in his home, and at one point he had as many as 18.

Published April 3, 2019

Families flock to the great outdoors to bird watch

METRO DETROIT — Bird-watching, local experts say, is not just for the birds. It’s a great excuse to get everyone spending quality time together outside — away from the temptation of screens — and cultivating an interest in science and nature.

Published March 27, 2019

Opportunities abound for youth to volunteer this summer

METRO DETROIT — In just a few months, the summer will stretch out before local youth — weeks of sleeping in, fun, sunshine ... and boredom. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. Younger volunteers can make a big difference over the summer instead by helping organizations that feed the hungry and support local children or animals.

Published March 27, 2019

Get birds to flock to the yard this spring

METRO DETROIT — Bird-watching is entertaining and educational for people of all ages, and people can even enjoy this activity from inside the comfort of their own home if they take a few simple steps.