Grosse Pointe Times

Published December 2, 2021

Officials respond to school closings, threats to districts

OAKLAND/MACOMB COUNTIES — On Dec. 2, two days after a student opened fire at Oxford High School, killing four students and wounding several other students and a teacher, more than 60 schools were closed out of an “abundance of caution” due to threats made.

Published November 28, 2021

Park hopes 911 Ready bags improve encounters with individuals who have autism

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Public safety officers in Grosse Pointe Park now have a new tool to improve their interactions with people on the autism spectrum.

Published November 24, 2021

Loan experts discuss the 30-year mortgage versus shorter-term loans

METRO DETROIT — The process of preparing to purchase a home is an exciting time in the lives of many people.

Published November 23, 2021

Shopping small makes a big difference in Grosse Pointes

GROSSE POINTES — Shopping at the small, locally owned businesses in your neighborhood isn’t just convenient — it also benefits your community.

Published November 22, 2021

Maintain your furnace with fresh filters and seasonal tuneups

METRO DETROIT — As winter approaches and the air grows chill, homeowners are turning up the heat and thinking more about furnace maintenance.

Published November 22, 2021

Grosse Pointes public safety departments train to better respond to mental health crises

GROSSE POINTES — Not every call for service involves a crime, fire or medical emergency.

Published November 19, 2021

Santa Claus is coming back to town

GROSSE POINTE CITY/FARMS — After being canceled last year due to the pandemic, the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce is vowing that this year’s Grosse Pointe Santa Claus Parade is going to be a spectacle unlike anything the community has ever seen.

Published November 18, 2021

Shoppers delighted as holiday craft shows return

METRO DETROIT — The aroma of fresh-baked cookies that fills the air as shoppers hunt for handmade Christmas crafts, delicate jewelry pieces, stocking stuffers and more has found its place again as craft show season has begun.

Published November 18, 2021

Supply chain shortages, rising costs are impacting local food pantries

METRO DETROIT — By now, every household has likely experienced the effects of supply chain and labor shortages in one way or another.

Published November 18, 2021

Grosse Pointe Woods charter change not yet implemented

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — On Nov. 2, voters in Grosse Pointe Woods overwhelmingly approved two charter amendments that will change how City Hall operates administratively.

Published November 17, 2021

At 60, Warren Astronomical Society still reaching for the stars

METRO DETROIT — Looking to keep their father busy in his twilight years, Jon Blum’s adult children bought him a telescope as a retirement gift 20 years ago, when he wrapped up his career as a dermatologist.

Published November 17, 2021

Bask in the warm glow cast by holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — With most theaters now operating again, the holiday show tradition returns to stages throughout the area, warming hearts of all ages with music, dance and plays.

Published November 17, 2021

Grosse Pointe City strengthens grease trap ordinance to keep oils, fats from slipping into sewer system

GROSSE POINTE CITY — As part of its ongoing efforts to improve operations of the city’s sewer system, Grosse Pointe City has amended its grease trap ordinance to strengthen it and keep grease out of sewer lines.

Published November 16, 2021

New DPW under construction in Grosse Pointe Park

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Motorists who’ve traveled past the corner of Mack Avenue and Wayburn Street lately might have noticed more activity than usual on that corner.

Published November 16, 2021

Grosse Pointe Farms sets aside surplus for future expenses

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — An unexpected surplus in Grosse Pointe Farms is being set aside for anticipated needs.

Published November 11, 2021

Park City Council shows support for pursuit of emergency sewage discharge valve permit

GROSSE POINTE PARK — After two powerful storms June 25-26 and July 16 that caused widespread flooding and basement sewage backups in Grosse Pointe Park, city officials are looking at ways to prevent this from happening again.

Road Commission prepares for winter season

Published November 11, 2021

Road Commission for Oakland County prepares for winter season

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County is preparing for the winter season, and it’s beginning by taking on its annual review of its winter maintenance procedures.

Published November 10, 2021

Police continue to search for missing Rochester Hills teen

ROCHESTER HILLS — Police from various agencies have joined the search for a Rochester Hills teen who went missing while visiting Michigan State University Oct. 29.