Madison - Park News

Published August 10, 2021

Libraries see summer return of patrons after in-person reopenings

OAKLAND COUNTY — After more than a year, local libraries have begun to allow patrons to visit the buildings once again.

Published August 9, 2021

Former C & G staff writer remembered for his talent and kindness

TROY — On the evening of Thursday, June 25, Auburn Hills resident Jim Pontzer rushed home at his wife’s request.

Published August 9, 2021

Cities ready to bring back Dream Cruise events

METRO DETROIT — After the COVID-19 pandemic forced its cancellation last year, the Woodward Dream Cruise is returning to metro Detroit this month.

Published August 9, 2021

Rare anime figures worth thousands stolen from local hobby shop

MADISON HEIGHTS — Rare collectible figures worth thousands of dollars were recently stolen from a niche hobby shop in Madison Heights after someone broke the front door to gain entry.

A blue-green algal bloom is pictured in West Bloomfield Township in 2019. It did test positive for cyanobacteria — blue-green algae — but it tested negative for the toxins that bacteria produces.

Published August 6, 2021

Residents living near water advised on how to spot potential toxins

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services recently sent out a press release advising people living near or visiting Michigan waters in the summer or fall to be aware of the potential for harmful algal blooms, or HABs.

Published August 6, 2021

Aretha Franklin’s legacy shines brightly in new exhibition

DETROIT — The Detroit Historical Museum is paying homage to the late, great Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.

Published August 5, 2021

More details emerge on murder at local motel

MADISON HEIGHTS — Police recently shed more light on the possible motives behind a man accused of killing a woman at a local motel.

Published August 5, 2021

Voters approve operating millage renewal for Madison Schools

MADISON HEIGHTS — Madison District Public Schools voters approved a measure Aug. 3 that renews the district’s operating millage while increasing it by a half-mill — a tax that will only affect businesses and other non-homestead properties.

Published August 5, 2021

MDOT shares insight into I-75 sinkhole repairs

MADISON HEIGHTS — The first week of August saw a stretch of northbound Interstate 75 temporarily closed while the Michigan Department of Transportation, or MDOT, worked to address a sinkhole that was forming as a result of construction under the freeway.

Berkley resident David Young likes to take his “Purple Chameleon” to local car shows and cruises, including the annual Woodward Dream Cruise.

Published August 4, 2021

Behind the Wheel: This ‘Purple Chameleon’ is custom made

BERKLEY — Perhaps you have spotted David Young’s 1953 Ford F-100 pickup truck cruising around town.

Published July 30, 2021

Oakland County’s Adopt-a-Road program returns after COVID cancellation

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County’s Adopt-a-Road program has returned this year, after a COVID-19-relted hiatus, and is seeking additional volunteers to sign up for its fall cleanup dates, Sept. 25-Oct. 3.

A free robotics technician training program offered at Oakland Community College has helped some local residents find jobs.

Published July 29, 2021

Partnership leads to free robotics training, jobs for Oakland County residents

OAKLAND COUNTY — Since 2017, some local residents have been given what could be described as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity via a partnership between Oakland County Michigan Works!, Oakland Community College and the Workforce Intelligence Network for Southeast Michigan.

Published July 29, 2021

Simple Recycling program returns to Oakland County

OAKLAND COUNTY — One of the more popular programs in southern Oakland County has recently returned after a long pause due to COVID-19.

Published July 28, 2021

Work begins on new senior living community

MADISON HEIGHTS — City officials in Madison Heights recently marked the groundbreaking for a major new senior living community, named The Reserve at Red Run.

Published July 28, 2021

A lemonade stand can be a hit with a little planning

METRO DETROIT — Anna Mullen always wanted to have a lemonade stand. This summer, she finally did it.

Published July 28, 2021

Trail Tunes returns to Civic Center Park this August

MADISON HEIGHTS — Musicians will soon line the trail loop at Civic Center Park, in what will be Madison Heights’ second annual Trail Tunes.

Published July 28, 2021

Public skate parks carve out huge space in recreation market

METRO DETROIT — When most of us think of the standard amenities at our local municipal park, we see images of basketball courts, walking trails and swing sets. The old favorites.

Published July 28, 2021

Product developed by Wayne State professor touted to be safer for marine life

METRO DETROIT — After spending weeks and months in the water, the bottom of a boat can become a slimy mess, as algae and other marine organisms coat the hull.

Published July 27, 2021

Solar panel grant awarded to Hazel Park District Library

HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park District Library is among four groups awarded funds to help pay for the installation of solar arrays, which will help reduce their energy costs and carbon footprint — part of the library’s plan to be more eco-friendly.

Published July 27, 2021

Berkley, Pleasant Ridge to see contested races in November

OAKLAND COUNTY — The deadline to file for the November election passed at 4 p.m. July 20, and the candidates for local offices who will appear on ballots have been set.