Grosse Pointe Times

Published September 25, 2018

Grosse Pointe City approves contested new DPW building

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Although Grosse Pointe City officials say they’ve greatly reduced the size and increased setbacks for a proposed new Department of Public Works building on the site of the current DPW, neighbors living near the property remain unhappy with the City’s plans.

Published September 24, 2018

Roadwork remains stalled as union, contractors hold fast in dispute

METRO DETROIT — There’s hope that this week, according to Gov. Rick Snyder’s office, the two sides of the roadwork lockout will sit down to find an agreement that will get workers back on the job to finish projects around the state.

Published September 21, 2018

Behind the Wheel: After long career, firetruck finds new home in Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — Doug Thompson, of Royal Oak, has owned a variety of classic vehicles over the years, but out of all of them, he said, nothing beats the fun factor of owning a firetruck.

Published September 20, 2018

Police investigate attempted child abduction in Grosse Pointe Woods

WOODS — The Grosse Pointe Woods Department of Public Safety is investigating a suspicious incident that reportedly occurred just before 8 p.m. Sept. 19 in the area of Marter and Roslyn roads.

Published September 18, 2018

New book highlights less heroic tales of Detroit’s creation

METRO DETROIT — "I think we have such a deep history, in Detroit in particular, that can be told better through our missteps than our triumphs,” said local historian Mickey Lyons. “In this case, it’s the history of Detroit as told through bad guy biographies.”

Published September 18, 2018

Fall into a new home this season

METRO DETROIT — While many think that spring is the best time to start shopping for a home, local real estate agents say that better deals can be found in the fall, with less stress.

Published September 18, 2018

Grosse Pointe Congregational Church plans to build elevator to improve accessibility

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Work could be starting as soon as Oct. 1 on a project that would make Grosse Pointe Congregational Church, 240 Chalfonte Ave., accessible to all.

Published September 18, 2018

Grosse Pointe Woods/Shores Little League team honored

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — At the Sept. 10 Grosse Pointe Woods City Council meeting, the council members presented the Grosse Pointe Woods/Shores Little League team with a proclamation.

Published September 18, 2018

Plans for mini-golf course move forward

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Plans for a miniature golf course at Lake Front Park are moving along.

Published September 18, 2018

Grosse Pointe Park turns back the clock for new event

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Head back in time to the eras in which hair was big and flannel shirts constituted fashion statements when Grosse Pointe Park hosts Saturday Night Throwback on Charlevoix from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 22 along Charlevoix Avenue between Beaconsfield Avenue and Maryland Street.

Published September 18, 2018

Grosse Pointe Farms public safety promotes two longtime department members

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Recent retirements of Grosse Pointe Farms Public Safety Department supervisors paved the way for other veteran officers to move up in the ranks.

Published September 18, 2018

Chamber Music Society of Detroit brings expanded programming to region

METRO DETROIT — The Chamber Music Society of Detroit is celebrating its 75th anniversary this season by expanding its programming to make its acclaimed concerts more easily accessible to the entire region.

Published September 18, 2018

Darren McCarty’s Slapshot scores for Motor City Mitten Mission

GROSSE POINTE PARK — On the ice, retired Detroit Red Wings player Darren McCarty was known for his toughness and helping the team win the Stanley Cup.

Published September 18, 2018

Classic cars to again line Pier Park’s waterfront

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Don’t put your classic car in storage for the winter just yet. The nonprofit Grosse Pointe Farms Foundation is inviting residents of all five Grosse Pointes to again enjoy a free afternoon of vintage vehicles and complimentary hot dogs, chips and soda.

Published September 18, 2018

Library officials outline millage renewal at Grosse Pointe Farms council meeting

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — This November, voters in the Grosse Pointe Public Library district will be asked to approve a millage renewal that library officials say is critical to maintaining their operations.

Published September 17, 2018

State board confirms ballot language for marijuana legalization

LANSING — On Sept. 6, the State Board of Canvassers approved official ballot language for the recreational marijuana legalization proposal.

Published September 17, 2018

Humane Society, Oakland County look to empty the shelters, fill the coffers

METRO DETROIT — Animal lovers, mark your calendars for the weekend of Oct. 6-7, when the Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center and the Michigan Humane Society will host events in Milford, Pontiac and Detroit to benefit homeless pets.

Published September 17, 2018

Bidder named for I-75 P3 agreement

METRO DETROIT — It took about a year, but the Michigan Department of Transportation finally believes it has found the right private partner to complete — and expedite — the Interstate 75 modernization project.

Published September 14, 2018

Hep A confirmed at Renaissance Festival

METRO DETROIT/HOLLY — The huzzahs were halted briefly last week when the Oakland County Health Division was notified of a confirmed case of hepatitis A at the Michigan Renaissance Festival.

Pictured earlier this summer in a training exercise, U.S. Coast Guard members are traveling to assist with rescue operations from Hurricane Florence.

Published September 13, 2018

Local Coast Guard members travel to assist with Hurricane Florence rescues

The U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Detroit sent help to the eastern seaboard to help with search and rescue operations in the wake of Hurricane Florence, which made landfall Sept. 14.