C&G Newspapers

Published March 22, 2018

Book donations support reading volunteer program

METRO DETROIT — A California nonprofit distributed over 23,000 books in the metro Detroit area in 2017, including at Jewish Family Service in West Bloomfield.

Published March 21, 2018

Get your car on the right start for spring

METRO DETROIT — As trees start budding and the grass grows greener, it’s also time to replenish your vehicles’ supplies and maintenance needs, according to auto maintenance experts.

Published March 21, 2018

Working smoke detectors, CO detectors can be lifesavers

METRO DETROIT — The beginning of daylight saving time, which occurred earlier this month, is a great time to check the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in our homes.

Published March 21, 2018

Consider spring cleaning a philanthropic tradition

METRO DETROIT — While you’re pitching old junk in the coming weeks during your annual spring cleaning purge, remember that there are plenty of neighbors — on two legs and four — who could benefit from your tried-and-true goodies.

Published March 14, 2018

Experts say choosing the right tree for the right place is key

METRO DETROIT — Late winter and spring are the perfect time to plant trees, but picking one that’s right for your property is about more than just aesthetics.

Published March 14, 2018

Local dermatologists discuss taking care of your skin in the warmer weather

METRO DETROIT — As the weather starts to warm in metro Detroit and the sun sticks around a little longer each day, residents may be ready to throw open their doors and spend some time outside.

Published March 14, 2018

Coverage plans can ease pothole pain to tires

METRO DETROIT — The service departments at local dealerships are confirming that tires and rims are taking a beating on metro Detroit’s roads, and they recommend investing in special coverage programs to cushion the blow should it ever happen to you.

Published March 7, 2018

Bill hopes to clarify what to do if ‘stopped by blue’

LANSING — It really is possible for two sides of our government to come together, especially when it means both law enforcement and civilians will benefit from the effort.

Published March 7, 2018

The Friday 5 — March 9-11

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published March 7, 2018

Chippewa grad creating film to combat school gun violence

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The prevalence of school-related violence in recent months has prompted a former Chippewa Valley High School graduate to fight back — with art.

Published March 7, 2018

Time change no excuse for drowsy driving

METRO DETROIT — Growing tired of early evenings is typical for many people this time of year, but the switch to daylight saving time is no excuse to be tired on the roads.

Published March 7, 2018

Research, preparation minimize moving hardships

METRO DETROIT — Moving to a new residence can be a real pain in the you-know-what, and it sometimes involves just offering your friends and family pizza and beer for their time and energy.

The indoor pool facilities at the Warren Community Center were voted an audience favorite by Click On Detroit.

Published March 7, 2018

Learn swim safety now for summer fun later

As Michiganders, spoiled with the Great Lakes and numerous other bodies of fresh water, summer often means plenty of time spent swimming.

Published March 2, 2018

Vinyl revival sets the record straight

METRO DETROIT — Just about everyone who grew up after a certain time in the 20th century had a record collection — or at least their parents did. Vinyl records were once a staple for music fans, who played their favorite albums on hi-fi stereo systems adorned with speakers, oversized knobs and built-in radios.

Published March 1, 2018

The Friday 5 — March 2-4

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published February 28, 2018

How cooking classes can give kids a leg up on growing up

METRO DETROIT — Typically, kids in the kitchen can be divided into two categories: eager to help, and avoiding at all cost until they learn to boil pasta in college.

Published February 28, 2018

Simple tricks can transform stale living spaces

METRO DETROIT — With the bustling holiday season over and many in the metro Detroit area hunkering down indoors for the winter, local designers say now is a good time to work on home improvements.

Published February 27, 2018

Hyundai fans celebrate new Veloster debut

METRO DETROIT — Hyundai fans who are hoping for a speedy arrival of the new version of the Veloster won’t have much longer to wait, according to the automaker.

Published February 23, 2018

Bills aim to support memorial for state’s World War II vets

WARREN — More than 600,000 Michiganders served at home or abroad in the armed forces during World War II. Most returned to raise families and help build their communities. We’ll never know how the stories could have ended for the thousands who never made it back.

Published February 21, 2018

Cottage & Lakefront Living Show experts talk summer living

METRO DETROIT — With about 17 weeks left until summer, Dawn Baker wants people to start thinking about their cottage and lakefront needs before they shed their winter coats for sandals and shorts.