Royal Oak Review

Published November 12, 2019

Local team first U.S. pair to compete in World Para Dance Sport Championships

ROYAL OAK/WEST BLOOMFIELD — When Andrew Downs, 23, of Royal Oak, witnessed his first Dance Mobility class at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in West Bloomfield, he thought, “I can do that.”

Published November 12, 2019

Detroit Zoo to collect old and obsolete electronics

ROYAL OAK — If you’ve been stockpiling old electronics, such as miscellaneous cords, old cellphones and broken printers, because you don’t want to just throw them away, you’re in luck.

Published November 7, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 8-10

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 6, 2019

OCC operating millage renewal passes overwhelmingly

OAKLAND COUNTY — On Nov. 5, voters in the Oakland Community College district, which includes almost all of Oakland County and parts of Lapeer, Livingston and Washtenaw counties, overwhelmingly passed the college’s operating millage renewal.

Published November 6, 2019

Royal Oak incumbents hold on to seats

ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak Mayor Michael Fournier and three members of the City Council all retained their seats in the Nov. 5 election.

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

Clawson gets a new mayor, 2 new council members

CLAWSON — Clawson Mayor Deborah Wooley will soon end her term and be replaced by Reese Scripture, a resident who sued the city for allegedly violating the Open Meetings Act.

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

Royal Oak warns residents of ‘action level’ lead in water

ROYAL OAK — Interim City Manager and City Attorney David Gillam said he does not want to scare people, but that they should take seriously the public advisory about lead levels in the city’s water issued Oct. 29.

Published November 5, 2019

Arts, Beats & Eats extends Royal Oak contract through 2024

ROYAL OAK — On Oct. 28, the Royal Oak City Commission voted 5-2 to extend its contract with Arts, Beats & Eats, which was in effect through 2021, an additional three years to 2024.

Published November 5, 2019

City issues call for floats in Royal Oak Jingle’s Light Parade

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority is planning its signature holiday event, Royal Oak Jingle, for Dec. 13-14. A new highlight this year will be the Light Parade on Main Street, beginning at 6 p.m. Dec. 14.

Published November 5, 2019

Royal Oak Historical Society Museum to present D-Day exhibit

ROYAL OAK — From Nov. 10 to Jan. 11, the Royal Oak Historical Society Museum will host its latest exhibit, which focuses on the Allied invasion of Normandy, France, also known as D-Day, during World War II.

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 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.