Madison - Park News

Published February 10, 2021

OU announces $2,500 scholarship for Michigan frontline workers

ROCHESTER HILLS — Oakland University is offering financial assistance to those working the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published February 10, 2021

New member appointed to Hazel Park City Council

HAZEL PARK — The city of Hazel Park has a new council member to help shape its policies. Luke Londo, 32, has lived with his wife in Hazel Park since late 2016.

Published February 10, 2021

COVID-19 spikes demand for in-home senior services

METRO DETROIT — Sterling Heights resident Roxanne Hayes has an 86-year-old father who lives with her and her husband.

Published February 9, 2021

Dreaming about — and planning for — next spring’s yard and garden

METRO DETROIT — Families once were busy running from school to dance class to basketball practice, and from family parties to hanging out with friends all weekend, but the past months have made for a change of pace that’s affecting how residents feel about the importance of their yard to their peace of mind.

Published February 9, 2021

For many, COVID reveals existing ADD/ADHD

BIRMINGHAM — How are you doing, handling all of this time at home? If working or learning virtually has you a little down, unmotivated, maybe a bit forgetful and anxious, you’re far from alone. The pandemic has caused a lot of people to feel that way.

Published February 9, 2021

Baker College campus coming to downtown Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — The excavation and construction of a seven-story, 86,000-square-foot, $51 million Baker College campus is underway in downtown Royal Oak at 420 S. Lafayette Ave., north of Fifth Street.

Published February 8, 2021

Park buildings now available for rental in Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — Birthday parties, grad parties, family gatherings, retirements and more can now be hosted at the two park buildings in Madison Heights, following a vote by the City Council to make them available for rental.

Published February 8, 2021

Madison Heights, Hazel Park aim for steady progress in 2021

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — With the new year in full swing, communities across the country are hoping to see a return to normalcy as the vaccine rollout continues and society slowly becomes safe enough to fully reopen.

Published February 6, 2021

Fish Fry Fridays 2021 - sponsored by Big Boy

A local guide to metro Detroit Friday fish fry dinners in 2021

Published February 5, 2021

Two polar bear cubs born at Detroit Zoo doing well

ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoo recently announced that two polar bear cubs born Nov. 17 to mom Suka, 8, and 16-year-old father Nuka are doing well.

Published February 5, 2021

Residents share memories of the Great Blizzard of 1978

METRO DETROIT — Talk about a snow day. Forty-three years ago, the Great Blizzard of 1978 blanketed metro Detroit, the state and other parts of the U.S.

Published February 5, 2021

Madison Heights Public Library permanently ends library late fees

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Public Library has not been collecting late fees on overdue materials since the pandemic started last year.

Published February 5, 2021

Lamphere, Madison schools return to in-person learning

MADISON HEIGHTS — The pandemic is not over, but the Lamphere Public Schools and Madison District Public Schools have begun resuming in-person learning, with precautions in place, and options available to continue learning remotely for those who feel safer doing

Published February 4, 2021

Nonprofit helps change lives by providing clean water

STERLING HEIGHTS — It has been more than five years since Sterling Heights resident David Lomasney made a decision that changed not only the course of his life, but possibly thousands of others.

Starters is one of several restaurants to receive aid from Oakland County and the city of Southfield.

Published January 30, 2021

Southfield, county to provide aid to struggling restaurants

OAKLAND COUNTY — The bar and restaurant industries have been some of the hardest hit in the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurant owners have had to adjust hours and switch solely to carryout in order to keep business afloat.

Published January 27, 2021

New online services available at Madison Heights library

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Public Library is trying to meet patrons where they’re at during the pandemic. With building access limited, that means more online services for the residents at home.

Oakland County Michigan Works has hosted two virtual career fairs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with roughly 30 employers at each one.

Published January 26, 2021

Employers report success with online job fairs

OAKLAND COUNTY — The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lot of people without jobs. Whether it be furloughs or permanent layoffs, people in Oakland County and around the country are looking for work. Oakland County Michigan Works has stepped in to help.