Farmington Press

Published December 5, 2018

Options abound to spruce up your home for the holidays

METRO DETROIT — Whether you’re into dazzling displays in a rainbow of colors, officially licensed products featuring beloved characters, well-worn vintage nostalgia or holiday kitsch, there’s no shortage of options for adorning your home for the holiday season.

Published December 5, 2018

A twist on the sweet seasonal standard: peppermint

METRO DETROIT — From our décor to our lattes, it seems that as soon as the calendar flips to December, our hearts go out in search of candy canes. There’s something about the taste of peppermint that’s not only indicative of the season, but also serves as sweet nostalgia of cozy holidays gone by. So why not load up on some sugary, minty, red-and-white goodness while you can?

Published December 4, 2018

Neighborhood Watch warns of seasonal dangers in the age of social media

FARMINGTON HILLS — The season that is known for being merry and bright has some dark spots that the Farmington Hills Police Department wants to warn residents about.

Published December 3, 2018

If Michigan repeals its bottle deposit law, will residents still recycle?

LANSING — Hold tight, Cosmo Kramer. You might want to hold off on that big bottle deposit scheme, because there’s a chance the Great Lakes State won’t be offering 10 cents back for cans and bottles anymore.

Published November 29, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 30-Dec. 2

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 27, 2018

Harrison HS to perform final play ‘The Election’

FARMINGTON HILLS — Harrison High School will present its final play, “The Election,” before the curtains close for good when the school closes before the 2019-20 school year.

Published November 27, 2018

Corporation says erosion at condos to be fixed in the spring

FARMINGTON HILLS — The Botsford Commons Condominium Association is claiming in a lawsuit that Beaumont Health has not properly cared for the grounds of Botsford Commons for years.

Published November 27, 2018

Inspect your car before the ice arrives

METRO DETROIT — A freezing November with early snowfalls serves as a good reminder that it’s not too early to get a car ready for winter, even weeks before it officially arrives on the calendar. Al Laity, service director at Rochester Hills Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, offered a few tips for anyone who wants to prepare a vehicle for the arctic temperatures.

Published November 27, 2018

Get a read on where to settle in with a book

METRO DETROIT — Now that the weather has turned frosty, it’s prime time to snuggle up indoors with some quality reading material. Local experts weighed in on the best ways to prepare a space to get lost in a good book.

Published November 27, 2018

Giving classes as gifts makes for long-lasting memories

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t many things in life that are as exciting as opening a gift. The anticipation of what might be, the crunch of the wrapping paper, the reveal as the box opens and the excitement of seeing that special something meant just for you.

Published November 26, 2018

Local cities discuss 2019 CDBG funding

OAKLAND COUNTY — The cities of Ferndale, Berkley, Huntington Woods and Pleasant Ridge recently discussed plans for their respective Community Development Block Grant funds next year.

Published November 26, 2018

Oakland County announces photo contest winners ahead of busy winter activity season

OAKLAND COUNTY — If you head to Oakland County parks in the spring to see the birds return, or in the summer to see the fireworks, or in the fall to watch the leaves change, you’re not alone. But in the winter, the parks are just as picturesque, with plenty of fun things for the whole family to do. Really. There are photos to prove it.

Published November 21, 2018

Keego Harbor police chief, WBSD encourage bus safety

KEEGO HARBOR/WEST BLOOMFIELD — A string of school bus incidents across the nation involving kids being injured by vehicles has prompted local authorities to encourage bus safety.

Published November 21, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 23-25

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 19, 2018

Holiday shows set the stage for merry moments

METRO DETROIT — If your holidays are more hectic or ho-hum than happy, there’s nothing like toe-tapping seasonal tunes and timeless tales to get you in the spirit, so grab your coat and head out to one of the many festive productions brightening local stages this year.

Published November 19, 2018

Get away from winter — but take steps to protect your home

METRO DETROIT — Whether traveling for Thanksgiving or Christmas, or getting away for the entire winter season, there is plenty that can be done to protect a home from intruders and Old Man Winter.

State Rep. Christine Greig, D-Farmington Hills; David DeVries, the husband of the late Vicki Moreau DeVries; and the late trooper’s partner, Michigan State Police Trooper Bob Muldore, celebrate Vicki Moreau DeVries’ life Nov. 14 at a press conference in Southfield.

Published November 15, 2018

Only fallen female MSP trooper honored with highway sign

SOUTHFIELD/FARMINGTON HILLS — While driving along westbound Interstate 696 to southbound Interstate 275 in Farmington Hills, Trooper Vicki Moreau DeVries Memorial Highway is bound to catch one’s attention.

Erin Henderson, left, and Emily Goodman work at Scott Colburn Boots & Western Wear Nov. 14.

Published November 15, 2018

Farmington businesses bring good business to community

FARMINGTON — Scott Colburn Boots & Western Wear owner Sarah Colburn believes that small businesses succeed on the strength of their employees and the dedication of their customers — and she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Published November 14, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Summer of Cruising contest winner has crafted his dream car

All summer long, C & G Newspapers asked classic car owners to submit photos of their vehicles for our Summer of Cruising online car show contest, and this year, the top vote-getter was Clinton Township resident Jerry Aiello and his 1957 Chevrolet hot rod.