Madison - Park News

Published November 29, 2018

Suspect arrested in killing of local woman

HAZEL PARK — Police believe that they have found the individual responsible for the recent death of a Hazel Park woman. Christopher Johnson, 39, was arraigned Nov. 19 in Hazel Park 43rd District Court before Magistrate James Paterson on a charge of first-degree murder, which is a felony punishable by up to life in prison. His attorney, Scott Kozak, did not return calls seeking comment by press time.

Published November 29, 2018

Lamphere PACT discusses police brutality with officers

MADISON HEIGHTS — In recent years, communities across the country have been grappling with the topic of police brutality. Looking to continue the dialogue, students in the PACT Club at Lamphere High School recently had a pancake breakfast with local police officers. Together, they were able to have an open discussion on the subject.

Published November 29, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 30-Dec. 2

Your guide to this weekend's events

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

Volunteers join up to ‘Rake with the Mayor’

MADISON HEIGHTS — Back in 2016, Madison Heights Mayor Brian Hartwell started the Rake with the Mayor program, inspired by the success of an earlier project where he and the Madison Heights Men’s Club rallied volunteers to shovel snow at SMART bus stops across the city.

Published November 21, 2018

Hazel Park receives grant to renovate Scout Park

HAZEL PARK — City officials in Hazel Park are buzzing with excitement over a $350,000 grant awarded to the community by the Sutar-Sutaruk-Meyer Foundation, which will be used to completely overhaul Scout Park.

Published November 21, 2018

Hazel Park library to hold holiday programs

HAZEL PARK — Two festive events are coming to the Hazel Park District Library next month.

Published November 21, 2018

City Council selects next city manager of Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — After conducting an extensive search that included national and international candidates, the City Council has found the next city manager of Madison Heights — and she was right under their noses the entire time.

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.

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.

Published November 14, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 16-18

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 14, 2018

Madison Heights city officials voice concerns about waste contractor

MADISON HEIGHTS — Earlier this year, the Madison Heights City Council narrowly approved a five-year contract extension for the city’s waste hauler, Green For Life Environmental, by a vote of 4-3, and did so with two years still left in the contract. The council was divided in part because of a high volume of complaints at the time regarding GFL’s service.

Published November 14, 2018

Project Blue Light remembers fallen police, firefighters

HAZEL PARK — As the nights grow darker, the men and women in uniform continue to serve, fighting crime, responding to medical emergencies and putting out fires.

Published November 14, 2018

Giving thanks to small businesses in Madison Heights, Hazel Park

MADISON HEIGHTS — Ever since its ribbon-cutting in June 2015, countless people have passed through the doors of 168 Asian Mart, showing demand for authentic Asian goods and supporting the sprawling grocery store that includes a food court, a café and more.