Madison - Park News

Published November 6, 2019

These dogs perform important jobs for their human companions

METRO DETROIT — Increasingly, dogs aren’t just our best friends — they’re also our aides and co-workers. From police and military dogs to service animals, our furry buddies are showing that they can do a lot more than fetch a ball.

Published November 6, 2019

Daylight saving time serves as a home fire safety reminder

METRO DETROIT — Although most homeowners already turned their clocks back an hour for the end of daylight saving time Nov. 3, it doesn’t mean they’re off the hook.

Published November 6, 2019

Women helping women in business

METRO DETROIT — It’s always difficult to start a business, but women can face different challenges than men when they’re trying to get their company off the ground, whether it be access to funding or access to networking, training and other opportunities.

Published November 5, 2019

Madison Heights voters narrowly approve tax increase

MADISON HEIGHTS — By a difference of less than 3%, Madison Heights voters approved the passage of Proposal MH in the general election Nov. 5. As a result, taxes will be indefinitely increased to support public safety and quality-of-life initiatives in the city.

Published November 5, 2019

Voters choose incumbent, new faces for Madison Heights City Council

MADISON HEIGHTS — One of two incumbents who ran for reelection will retain their seat on the Madison Heights City Council, and will be accompanied by two newcomers, according to unofficial results from the general election Nov. 5.

Published November 5, 2019

Hartwell defends position as mayor of Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — In the general election Nov. 5, voters in Madison Heights handed Mayor Brian Hartwell an overwhelming victory over his challenger, Johnnette Eggert.

Published November 5, 2019

Hazel Park voters choose members for the City Council

HAZEL PARK — One incumbent on the Hazel Park City Council will be retaining his seat, while another incumbent will be losing her seat to a newcomer, according to unofficial results for the general election Nov. 5.

Members of the Reach the Moon Grant Team of Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, accept a Domestic Violence Prevention Award at the ceremony.

Published November 5, 2019

Community recognized at domestic violence prevention award ceremony

OAKLAND COUNTY — Several local members of law enforcement were recognized for their domestic violence prevention efforts Oct. 30.

Published November 5, 2019

SMART proposes new plan for service improvements

METRO DETROIT — The Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation is presenting a plan for improvements and upgrades to the public that it hopes to implement over the next five years.

Published October 31, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 1-3

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published October 31, 2019

Police searching for suspect in fatal hit and run in Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — At press time, the Madison Heights Police Department was asking the public for any tips leading to the vehicle and driver involved in a hit-and-run that claimed the life of a homeless man.

Benjamin Cobb died Oct. 29 following an attack by a dog in his Hazel Park home.

Published October 31, 2019

Boy, 4, killed in dog attack in Hazel Park

HAZEL PARK — A 4-year-old child is dead and his mother is injured following an attack by a dog in Hazel Park.

Published October 30, 2019

Now’s the time to give Medicare plans the once-over

METRO DETROIT — Now through Dec. 7 is the only time that Medicare beneficiaries can change their prescription drug plans.

Published October 30, 2019

Behind the Wheel: Falcon owner still making memories with first car

In 1980, Rick Schanz, of West Bloomfield, bought his first car — a 1960 Ford Falcon — and he’s still driving it today, nearly 40 years later.

Published October 30, 2019

Keep your mower in tiptop shape with winter prep

METRO DETROIT — Bright colors, falling leaves and the crisp, cool air of autumn are signs that yardwork will soon turn from lawn mowing to snowblowing as Old Man Winter comes to town.

Sylvia Durant, 83, of Farmington Hills, is the author of “A Better Man, Woman & Child” and “Rich Wisdom.”

Published October 30, 2019

‘It’s never too late’ to share your story

METRO DETROIT — Author Sylvia Durant, 83, of Farmington Hills, knows firsthand that it’s never too late for anyone, especially seniors, to share their stories of wisdom and learning with the world.

Published October 28, 2019

Winners ‘pic’ked in annual parks photo contest

OAKLAND COUNTY — The only thing that the Oakland County Parks system has more of than fun things to do is great views.

Published October 28, 2019

Supreme Court ruling to push state redistricting efforts back

LANSING — On Oct. 21, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a lower court’s decision to redraw Michigan’s 34 congressional legislative districts that plaintiffs found to be “unconstitutionally cracked or packed.”

Published October 25, 2019

Oakland County cracks down on underage vaping

OAKLAND COUNTY — If you look at a map of all the spots in Oakland County where e-cigarettes, vape juice and other vaping paraphernalia are sold, you notice something interesting. Those spots tend to be clustered around schools.