Novi Note

Published November 26, 2021

After 18-month hiatus, Choralaires return under new director

NOVI — For Becky Staab, singing is her form of self-care. She’s been singing with the Novi Choralaires since 1981.

Published November 24, 2021

Loan experts discuss the 30-year mortgage versus shorter-term loans

METRO DETROIT — The process of preparing to purchase a home is an exciting time in the lives of many people.

Published November 22, 2021

Santa Claus arrives in Novi

NOVI — Kids and adults alike gathered at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk Nov. 19 for a special guest.

Due to a shortage in bus drivers, the Novi Community School District is reducing transportation service through the end of 2021.

Published November 22, 2021

Parents begin adapting to change in Novi district’s bus service

NOVI — If there is any upside to a reduced bus schedule in the Novi Community School District, state Rep. Kelly Breen thinks she’s found it.

The Rev. Richard Elmer, a prominent figure at Detroit Catholic Central High School, died Nov. 4. He was 93.

Published November 22, 2021

Detroit Catholic Central leader dies

NOVI — A man with a great dedication to Detroit Catholic Central High School who served in several roles with the school in addition to being an alumnus died earlier this month.

Published November 22, 2021

Maintain your furnace with fresh filters and seasonal tuneups

METRO DETROIT — As winter approaches and the air grows chill, homeowners are turning up the heat and thinking more about furnace maintenance.

Published November 22, 2021

Small Business Saturday: Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise owner offers more than batteries and bulbs

NOVI — When a customer with brain cancer asked Jeff Gibson, owner of a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise in Novi, to repair an electric bike for his wife, Gibson jumped at the challenge.

Published November 18, 2021

Shoppers delighted as holiday craft shows return

METRO DETROIT — The aroma of fresh-baked cookies that fills the air as shoppers hunt for handmade Christmas crafts, delicate jewelry pieces, stocking stuffers and more has found its place again as craft show season has begun.

Published November 18, 2021

Supply chain shortages, rising costs are impacting local food pantries

METRO DETROIT — By now, every household has likely experienced the effects of supply chain and labor shortages in one way or another.

Published November 17, 2021

At 60, Warren Astronomical Society still reaching for the stars

METRO DETROIT — Looking to keep their father busy in his twilight years, Jon Blum’s adult children bought him a telescope as a retirement gift 20 years ago, when he wrapped up his career as a dermatologist.

Published November 17, 2021

Bask in the warm glow cast by holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — With most theaters now operating again, the holiday show tradition returns to stages throughout the area, warming hearts of all ages with music, dance and plays.

Daniel Chaston, 58, of Novi, was killed in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday morning.

Published November 13, 2021

‘He had a really big heart’: Family remembers Novi man killed in crash

The daughter of a Novi man who was killed in a car crash Tuesday morning described him as a loving, caring father.

Local business owner, Navy vet, raises awareness of Filipino American History Month

Published November 13, 2021

Novi business owner, Navy vet, raises awareness of Filipino American History Month

NOVI — A Novi resident and business owner is sharing his personal story to raise awareness for Filipino American History Month.

After failing to sell for $1, the city of Novi is proceeding with plans to demolish the BeGole House on Grand River Avenue. The sale would have required the purchaser to relocate the house.

Published November 12, 2021

BeGole house in Novi fails to sell for $1, will be demolished

NOVI — A historic Novi home is slated to be demolished in the near future after failing to sell for $1.

Published November 11, 2021

Novi district to begin reducing bus schedule next week

Starting Wednesday, Novi parents will have to find a different way to get their students to school one day a week.

Road Commission prepares for winter season

Published November 11, 2021

Road Commission for Oakland County prepares for winter season

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County is preparing for the winter season, and it’s beginning by taking on its annual review of its winter maintenance procedures.

Published November 11, 2021

Berkshire Pointe residents voice concerns over proposed driveway at Catholic Central in Novi

NOVI — When a proposed connector road at Detroit Catholic Central High School was brought before Novi’s Planning Commission, residents of a nearby subdivision grew concerned

District Court Judge David Law poses for a portrait Wednesday, Nov. 3, in his chambers in the 52-1 District Court in Novi. Law was recently recognized with an award from the Oakland County Coordinating Council Against Domestic Violence.

Published November 10, 2021

Novi judge with focus on helping domestic violence survivors recognized with award

NOVI — A judge in the 52-1 District Court in Novi has been honored with an award from the Oakland County Coordinating Council Against Domestic Violence during a recent ceremony.

The Shyft Group recently secured a $53 million contract from the U.S. Postal Service to produce 447 Utilimaster truck bodies for bulk mail delivery.

Published November 10, 2021

Novi-based Shyft Group secures $53M contract from U.S. Postal Service

NOVI — A truck body manufacturer from Novi recently secured a $53 million contract from the U.S. Postal Service.

Published November 10, 2021

Police continue to search for missing Rochester Hills teen

ROCHESTER HILLS — Police from various agencies have joined the search for a Rochester Hills teen who went missing while visiting Michigan State University Oct. 29.