Madison - Park News

Published March 13, 2019

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published March 13, 2019

METRO DETROIT — It’s an all-natural product that can reportedly treat chronic pain, ease anxiety and bring sleep to those suffering from insomnia — with few to no side effects or drug interactions. But about half of those who hear about this supposed wonder drug won’t even try it because of its association with marijuana. It’s cannabidiol, better known as CBD oil.

Published March 13, 2019

Raise your gardening game

METRO DETROIT — The garden of your dreams doesn’t have to exist in your mind, or even in the ground in your backyard. Raised-bed gardens, made of wood or other creatively repurposed building materials, offer many advantages to vegetable growers in residential lots and community gardens.

Published March 8, 2019

School presentation to educate families on importance of sleep

MADISON HEIGHTS — After five years on a waiting list, Hiller Elementary in the Lamphere Schools district has received a grant to host a popular program that seeks to promote healthy sleep habits among students and their families.

Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb delivers his annual State of the Cities address at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights March 1, touting the city’s low crime, rising property values, growing businesses, flourishing arts and more.

Published March 8, 2019

Annual speech highlights how Hazel Park continues to make gains

HAZEL PARK — Before a who’s who of community figures at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights March 1, Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb touted the successes of his town during the annual State of the Cities address, sponsored by the Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce.

During the State of the Cities address at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights March 1, Madison Heights Mayor Brian Hartwell presents Kymm Clark with the Mayor’s Ingenuity Award for her contributions to the city.

Published March 8, 2019

Madison Heights celebrates progress at State of the Cities

MADISON HEIGHTS — Madison Heights Mayor Brian Hartwell lauded the business gains by his community during the State of the Cities address March 1, held this year at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights and sponsored by the Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce.

Published March 8, 2019

Hazel Park Public Schools aim to #choosekindness

HAZEL PARK — Hazel Park Public Schools has been campaigning for compassion with the hashtag #choosekindness all year. And the district’s efforts kick into overdrive this month with extensive activities at many of the schools.

Published March 8, 2019

Remembering Gil Demers

WARREN — Gilbert Demers, the founder, publisher and patriarch of the C & G Newspapers family, passed away peacefully Feb. 25 at his home in Florida. His wife, Charlotte, the “C” to his “G,” and his five children were by his side. He was 89.

Published March 6, 2019

The Friday 5 — March 8-10

Your guide to this weekend's events

Children relax on the dock at Camp Sancta Maria, where fathers and sons, mothers and daughters can spend a weekend at the camp together.

Published March 6, 2019

All in the family: Summer camp isn’t just for kids

Cabins, swimming in the lake, crafts and outdoor adventures are summertime traditions for some children.

Phragmites grow near the intersection of Tienken and Squirrel roads last September.

Published March 6, 2019

Invasive plants attack home values

Invasive phragmites, water hyacinth, European frogbit and red swamp crayfish — along with the fungus oak wilt and more — can damage landscapes and lower home values.

Published March 5, 2019

Feds announce effort to help states, communities combat PFAS

LANSING — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced in February that it will respond to “extensive public interest” in the dangers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, with a multifaceted action plan.

Published March 5, 2019

As PFAS testing and research continue, will those impacted even know?

OAKLAND COUNTY — Back in June of 2018, the treated drinking water that serves two mobile home parks in northern Oakland County tested positive for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS.

Published March 5, 2019

DTE says it’s clear of Ground to Sky

METRO DETROIT — It was just over four years ago that DTE Energy’s Ground to Sky program was squashed under a mountain of complaints about what residents called reckless clear-cutting of trees in residential neighborhoods.

Published March 4, 2019

U.S. welcomes 50 new citizens in naturalization ceremony

MACOMB COUNTY — On March 1, the United States officially welcomed 50 new citizens from 24 countries across five continents.

Published March 1, 2019

Ex-doctor pleads guilty to identity theft, drug delivery charges

MADISON HEIGHTS — A former physician, once arraigned in Madison Heights on charges that included stealing the identities of other doctors to deliver drugs to third parties, has since had his case moved to federal court, where he recently pleaded guilty.

Published March 1, 2019

Councilman proposes reducing days that fireworks can be used in Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — A member of the Madison Heights City Council recently proposed a measure that would dramatically reduce the number of days that fireworks are allowed in the city.

Published March 1, 2019

Madison Heights City Council begins updating boards and commissions

MADISON HEIGHTS — At its regular meeting Feb. 25, the Madison Heights City Council began the process of modernizing the city’s boards and commissions.

Published February 28, 2019

Madison Heights, animal rights advocates at odds over dog sentenced to death

MADISON HEIGHTS — The city of Madison Heights has become embroiled in a controversy over a dog named Boomer who has been sentenced to death for allegedly killing another dog.

A privacy fence can help keep a dog from getting lost, and a dog’s collar should have a tag with contact information on it.

Published February 28, 2019

Take steps to protect your furry friend from getting lost

METRO DETROIT — Something pet owners never want to experience is a moment of fear and regret while seeing that their little furry friend has taken an unplanned trip out of the house or yard.