C&G Newspapers

Published December 4, 2019

Winterize homes before the blizzards hit

METRO DETROIT — Snowfall and cold temperatures have hit southeast Michigan relatively early this year, but those looking to protect their homes for the upcoming winter season still have time.

Published November 27, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 22, 2019

Partying in a winter wonderland

METRO DETROIT — This is Michigan. Snow is to be expected. Of course you know that. But what you might not know is how much fun it can be to forget the flakes and keep entertaining guests outdoors into the winter months.

Published November 22, 2019

There’s no place like home for holiday movies

METRO DETROIT — As Christmas lights twinkle, curling up on the couch with a cup of warm cocoa while watching a favorite Christmas movie is how many people get into the holiday spirit.

Published November 20, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 22-24

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 20, 2019

Simple solutions can upgrade a bland apartment to a happy home

METRO DETROIT — Moving into a new apartment is fun, but it can pose some challenges that people might not consider when moving into a home that they own.

Published November 20, 2019

Enjoy the gift of stage ‘presents’ with holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — The weather outside might be frightful, but inside metro Detroit venues, the sights and sounds will be delightful, as concerts and other productions bring the holiday season to life.

Published November 15, 2019

Scouts collect donations for those in need

METRO DETROIT — This month, eight Boy Scouts of America districts in Macomb, Wayne and Oakland counties collected nonperishable canned goods for their annual Scouting for Food community service project.

Published November 14, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 15-17

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 13, 2019

Families, first responders share lifesaving Narcan accounts

METRO DETROIT — It might be easy for some to dismiss the life of a drug user, to think they’ve made a choice and will live — or maybe die — with the consequences.

Published November 13, 2019

Fall housing market doesn’t lean toward buyers or sellers

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t too many “for sale” signs out on the front lawns of homes this time of year, and that’s for good reason, according to regional real estate brokers.

Published November 7, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 8-10

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 6, 2019

Veterans continue to navigate a post-military existence

METRO DETROIT — The plight of the American military veteran is all too real. Now, they and others are standing up for veterans.

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

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.