Grosse Pointe Times

Published November 13, 2019

Families, first responders share lifesaving Narcan accounts

METRO DETROIT — It might be easy for some to dismiss the life of a drug user, to think they’ve made a choice and will live — or maybe die — with the consequences.

Published November 13, 2019

Fall housing market doesn’t lean toward buyers or sellers

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t too many “for sale” signs out on the front lawns of homes this time of year, and that’s for good reason, according to regional real estate brokers.

Published November 12, 2019

‘Rumors’ about Grosse Pointe Theatre are true: Neil Simon farce back onstage

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Grosse Pointe Theatre is spreading “Rumors” this season — to audiences, that is. GPT is staging the Neil Simon farce “Rumors” from Nov. 15 to 24 in the auditorium at University Liggett School in Grosse Pointe Woods.

Published November 12, 2019

Rocket Fiber expansion in GPPSS moves forward

GROSSE POINTES — Plans to add a high-speed fiber network in the Grosse Pointe Public School System continue.

Published November 12, 2019

Businesses, homeowners honored with beautification awards in Park

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Many residents and business owners take great pride in maintaining their properties, and a select group of them were rewarded for their efforts with beautification awards.

Published November 12, 2019

Fundraiser to help homeless youths escape cold, chart new lives

GROSSE POINTES/DETROIT — Sleeping outside on a November night with nothing between you and the icy concrete but a flimsy cardboard box and a sleeping bag is no one’s idea of fun, but each year, local residents do just that to raise money for, and awareness of, a nonprofit that aids homeless youths.

Published November 12, 2019

School millage proposal, sinking fund pass Nov. 5

GROSSE POINTES — Voters in the Grosse Pointe Public School System passed a millage proposal and a sinking fund proposal Nov. 5.

Published November 12, 2019

Newcomers and incumbents elected to councils in Farms, Shores

GROSSE POINTE FARMS/GROSSE POINTE SHORES — A mixture of newcomers and familiar faces will be seated around the council tables in Grosse Pointe Farms and Shores.

Published November 12, 2019

Artist’s creative power evident in ‘Electric Eclectic’

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The work of some artists can be easily identified because they use one medium and explore similar subject matter. Grosse Pointe City artist Linda Allen, however, prefers to mix it up — collage, watercolor pouring, acrylic, mixed media and photo transfers are just some of the mediums she’s explored, and she’s continuing to expand her creative horizons.

Published November 12, 2019

Three newcomers elected to council in contested Grosse Pointe Park election

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Change seemed to be a common theme at the ballot box Nov. 5 in the Grosse Pointes, and nowhere was that more abundantly clear than in Grosse Pointe Park.

Published November 7, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 8-10

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 6, 2019

New mayor, council member elected in Grosse Pointe City

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Grosse Pointe City will be swearing in a new mayor and City Council member at its next meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Neighborhood Club.

Published November 6, 2019

Veterans continue to navigate a post-military existence

METRO DETROIT — The plight of the American military veteran is all too real. Now, they and others are standing up for veterans.

Published November 6, 2019

These dogs perform important jobs for their human companions

METRO DETROIT — Increasingly, dogs aren’t just our best friends — they’re also our aides and co-workers. From police and military dogs to service animals, our furry buddies are showing that they can do a lot more than fetch a ball.

Published November 6, 2019

Daylight saving time serves as a home fire safety reminder

METRO DETROIT — Although most homeowners already turned their clocks back an hour for the end of daylight saving time Nov. 3, it doesn’t mean they’re off the hook.

Published November 6, 2019

Women helping women in business

METRO DETROIT — It’s always difficult to start a business, but women can face different challenges than men when they’re trying to get their company off the ground, whether it be access to funding or access to networking, training and other opportunities.

Published November 6, 2019

Challenger wins spot on Grosse Pointe Woods City Council

WOODS — The ballots were cast, and the votes were counted.

Published November 5, 2019

Workshop focuses on talking to children about tragedy

GROSSE POINTE PARK — As the community learned of last week’s devastating fire that killed Briggs Connolly, 11, and Logan Connolly, 9, the Family Center of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods put together a program to help parents talk about the event with their children.

Published November 5, 2019

Elements restored to plans for new Grosse Pointe City facilities

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Some elements of Grosse Pointe City’s new public safety, public works and municipal court buildings have been added back into the project.

Published November 5, 2019

Grosse Pointe Park purchase agreement draws crowd, criticism

GROSSE POINTE PARK — It likely wasn’t the reaction Grosse Pointe Park officials were expecting. During an Oct. 28 council meeting, a real estate purchase agreement that’s part of a forthcoming new art center was met with boos from a packed council chambers.