Royal Oak Review

Oakland County Michigan Works has hosted two virtual career fairs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with roughly 30 employers at each one.

Published January 26, 2021

Employers report success with online job fairs

OAKLAND COUNTY — The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lot of people without jobs. Whether it be furloughs or permanent layoffs, people in Oakland County and around the country are looking for work. Oakland County Michigan Works has stepped in to help.

Published January 26, 2021

Virtual playdates bring connection during COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — With many schools and activities closed due to COVID-19, kids nowadays are missing out on much more than face-to-face instruction.

Published January 26, 2021

Police arrest 3 suspects with stolen trailer

ROYAL OAK — At approximately 4:44 a.m. Jan. 10, Royal Oak police pulled over a pickup truck without a license plate that was hauling an enclosed trailer and, in speaking with the driver and two passengers, reportedly noticed used syringes on the floor of the vehicle.

Published January 26, 2021

Clawson Public Schools reports in-person return successful

CLAWSON — The Clawson Public Schools district, including all students and staff from child care to 12th grade, resumed in-person education Jan. 4.

Published January 26, 2021

Royal Oak Schools to begin in-person learning March 1

ROYAL OAK — On Jan. 14, the Royal Oak Schools Board of Education voted 5-2 to proceed with a hybrid learning plan featuring both in-person and virtual elements starting March 1.

Published January 26, 2021

The Stars and Stripes in all its Old Glory

METRO DETROIT — For many Americans, especially military veterans, the U.S. flag waving in the breeze brings a sense of pride, honor and patriotism.

Published January 26, 2021

Schools round up, catch up and ramp up for fall enrollment

METRO DETROIT — Along with proms and graduation ceremonies, another time-honored school tradition will likely be muddled by COVID-19.

Published January 26, 2021

Our lips are sealed — and filled

METRO DETROIT — For many of us, the time we’ve spent cooped up working from home and steering clear of social gatherings has been — well, a pain.

Published January 25, 2021

Looking back: Royal Oak Police Department

ROYAL OAK — The history of the Royal Oak police began in 1918, three years before the village was incorporated as a city, when Philip H. Beauvais officially formed a police department.

Construction of the approximately 42,000-square-foot, $19 million Royal Oak Police Department is now complete, and police have begun moving into their new headquarters.

Published January 25, 2021

Royal Oak Police Department begins move to new headquarters

ROYAL OAK — Beginning Jan. 18, the Royal Oak Police Department began moving into its new state-of-the-art headquarters, which connects to the 44th District Court and is located at 450 E. 11 Mile Road.

Published January 25, 2021

New state order allows restaurants, bars to open indoor dining Feb. 1

OAKLAND COUNTY — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Jan. 22 that a new order governing indoor dining at restaurants during the pandemic will go into effect at the beginning of February.

Published January 25, 2021

Two new auto shows head to M1 Concourse in September

PONTIAC — Just as downtown Detroit announced the cancelation of the North American International Auto Show, Pontiac celebrates not one but two new auto events slated for this fall.

Published January 23, 2021

Despite COVID restrictions, skiing has been a popular activity this season

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Snowsports Industries Association has been trying to encourage winter outdoor enthusiasts to “know before you go” to a Michigan ski area this season.

Published January 22, 2021

Macomb County government has a new look in 2021

MACOMB COUNTY — Prior to the November general election, three of the five Macomb County offices up for grabs were held by Democrat party members.

Published January 22, 2021

Lake St. Clair down a foot from year-ago levels

LAKE ST. CLAIR — After years of rising lake levels and flooding, the 2020-21 winter is beginning with Lake St. Clair at a lower level, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District.

Published January 18, 2021

Royal Oak Woman’s Club hosts MLK Day donation drive

ROYAL OAK — From noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, the Royal Oak Woman’s Club facilitated its first of two donation drives to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Published January 18, 2021

Educators among those now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine

OAKLAND COUNTY — As many teachers across Michigan prepare to head back to classrooms full of students, many are still waiting to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

The Royal Oak Public Library continues to offer curbside pickup service for patrons at its 11 Mile Road entrance.

Published January 14, 2021

Royal Oak library expands services, continues curbside pickup

ROYAL OAK — Since the Royal Oak Public Library shuttered its doors March 13, Director Emily Dumas and her staff have been busy implementing an expanded offering of virtual services and programs in addition to providing contactless pickup.

Published January 13, 2021

Royal Oak police investigating carjacking, shooting

ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak police are searching for two suspects involved in the carjacking, robbery and shooting of a delivery driver Jan. 12.

Published January 13, 2021

Detroit Zoo celebrates its first lion cub born in 40 years

ROYAL OAK — When Binti, a female lion cub born Sept. 10 at the Detroit Zoo, successfully rejoined the lion pride just before Christmas Day, the Detroit Zoological Society rejoiced.