Farmington Press

Published April 20, 2018

Scientists discuss quake that rattled metro Detroit

No, that wasn’t a semi dodging a pothole that shook your house April 19. It was an earthquake. According to the United States Geological Survey, a magnitude 3.6 earthquake hit Amherstberg, Ontario, just after 8 p.m. April 19. Amherstberg is about 30 miles south of Windsor.

Published April 18, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Jaguar replica reflects original ’30s style

ROCHESTER HILLS — For most car collectors, an original 1937 Jaguar SS 100 is unattainable, as only a few still exist, and those that do cost a small fortune.

Published April 18, 2018

Try before you buy with motorbikes, gear

METRO DETROIT — With warmer weather on the way, anyone interested in acquiring a new motorcycle should not be afraid to test ride a variety of two-wheelers and remember to buy safety gear, according to a local motorbike dealership.

Published April 18, 2018

Know what to do when wildlife moves into your yard

METRO DETROIT — Spring has sprung, and while it may be nice to get back to nature, sometimes nature can get a little close to metropolitan backyards.

Published April 18, 2018

Lessons from a global textbook

METRO DETROIT — Whether it’s to build on their education or to spread their faith, some teens just have a need to seek out an adventure.

Former Farmington Mayor Bill Galvin announces the winners of the essay contest during the 2016 Miss Farmington Pageant.

Published April 16, 2018

Miss Farmington Pageant harkens back to bygone days of city, traditions

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — This isn’t your grandmother’s pageant — although it could be.

Published April 16, 2018

Farmington student faces sentencing after social media threats

PONTIAC/FARMINGTON HILLS — A 17-year-old Farmington Central High School student is facing a sentencing in May following his arrest in connection with a social media message March 21.

Published April 16, 2018

Farmington Presbyterian Preschool celebrates 50 years

FARMINGTON HILLS — What did a group of young moms do in 1967 when they saw that their church’s classroom at First Presbyterian Church of Farmington was underutilized?

Published April 16, 2018

New mobile app available at Farmington Public schools

FARMINGTON — Do you want to find out what happened over the school week at your child’s school?

VegFest volunteers hand out free samples at a past VegFest.

Published April 13, 2018

VegFest brings the meat of the matter behind plant-based eating

NOVI/METRO DETROIT — VegMichigan Vice President Tom Progar has experienced various shades of green.

Published April 10, 2018

Drivers reminded to put down distractions

METRO DETROIT — Traffic and safety observers are casting their full attention on safe driving habits this April, which is also Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Published April 10, 2018

When thunder roars, go indoors

METRO DETROIT — Michigan Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 8-14.

Published April 10, 2018

The sky is green — at least it should be

METRO DETROIT — Considering the fact that our state boasts nearly 600 species of trees, it’s safe to say the Great Lakes State could just as easily carry the moniker the Great Trees State.

Published April 10, 2018

Open house to explain Nine Mile/ Halsted intersection project

FARMINGTON HILLS — Residents can learn the details of a Nine Mile Road and Halsted Road intersection project at an open house 4-7 p.m. April 11 at Farmington Hills City Hall, according to a press release.

Farmington’s city water tank will undergo a restoration that will remove lead-based paint on its roof coating, among other improvements.

Published April 10, 2018

City water tank undergoes restorations in Farmington

FARMINGTON — Farmington’s roughly 62-year-old green water tank is undergoing a number of restorations that won’t impact — or interrupt — water usage for residents, city officials confirmed recently.

Published April 10, 2018

Fundraiser to raise a toast to the Rouge

METRO DETROIT — Raise your glass if you support the Rouge River.

Published April 10, 2018

OC Youth Assistance empowers youth, seeks volunteers

FARMINGTON HILLS — Some people donate blood. Others pick up trash on the side of the road.

Published April 10, 2018

Fire suppression foam found in groundwater

METRO DETROIT — Fire suppression foam containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, have been found in Michigan groundwater, and state Fire Marshal Kevin Sehlmeyer is looking for answers and input on the issue from fire service entities, according to a press release from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

Published April 9, 2018

State, local police warn of consequences for school threats

DETROIT — The consequence of falsely threatening a school with violence is a felony charge, punishable with fines and up to 20 years in prison. So one might wonder why anyone, young or old, would even think about calling in a school threat. But it happens, and since the February school shooting in Parkland, Florida, such threats have been on the rise.

Published April 9, 2018

Fundraiser to raise a toast to the Rouge

METRO DETROIT — Raise your glass if you support the Rouge River. The Raise One for the Rouge fundraiser will be held 5-7 p.m. April 21 at Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Road in Livonia, to support Friends of the Rouge endeavors.