Royal Oak Review

Published September 17, 2018

METRO DETROIT — It took about a year, but the Michigan Department of Transportation finally believes it has found the right private partner to complete — and expedite — the Interstate 75 modernization project.

Published September 14, 2018

Hep A confirmed at Renaissance Festival

METRO DETROIT/HOLLY — The huzzahs were halted briefly last week when the Oakland County Health Division was notified of a confirmed case of hepatitis A at the Michigan Renaissance Festival.

Pictured earlier this summer in a training exercise, U.S. Coast Guard members are traveling to assist with rescue operations from Hurricane Florence.

Published September 13, 2018

Local Coast Guard members travel to assist with Hurricane Florence rescues

The U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Detroit sent help to the eastern seaboard to help with search and rescue operations in the wake of Hurricane Florence, which made landfall Sept. 14.

A water line improvement project will close southbound Coolidge Highway between 13 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue for approximately six weeks. Throughout the project, the inside lane of southbound Coolidge between 13 Mile and 14 Mile roads will face intermittent closures.

Published September 12, 2018

Coolidge to close for water line work

ROYAL OAK — Southbound Coolidge Highway was set to close between 13 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue for six weeks beginning Sept. 10, after press time, due to a water line improvement project.

Published September 12, 2018

Pet-themed events coming to Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — This weekend, the phrase “dog days of summer” will undergo a physical manifestation with two separate dog-themed events planned in Royal Oak.

Published September 12, 2018

Experts tout early childhood programs for public schools

METRO DETROIT — Across metro Detroit, child care options available to public school families are getting some major upgrades with transitional pre-kindergarten instruction at various levels in one comprehensive facility — and, in some cases, year-round schedules.Read More

Published September 12, 2018

Designers mix vintage, modern in historic Detroit mansion

DETROIT — From hand-carved woodwork and moldings to a built-in pipe organ, the Charles T. Fisher Mansion in Detroit’s Boston Edison District is an example of the gracious homes once occupied by the city’s auto barons.

Published September 11, 2018

Make the grade on school bus safety

METRO DETROIT — Properly stopping and driving carefully around school buses is a lesson too important to fail.

Published September 10, 2018

Gardenia, South Campbell road projects on hold

ROYAL OAK — Effective Sept. 4, the breakdown of negotiations between the Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association and union Operating Engineers 324 resulted in the stalling of several large road projects across the state.

Published September 10, 2018

Seed library sprouts at Royal Oak Public Library

ROYAL OAK — Thanks to adult services librarian Mick Howey, Royal Oak Public Library patrons can now browse for more than just books.

Published September 10, 2018

SOCRRA introduces tool to teach users what is recyclable

OAKLAND COUNTY — Since many of us were in grade school, recycling has been pounded into our brains as one of the most important steps we can take to preserve our environment.

Published September 7, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Restoration gives new life to uncommon vehicles

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights resident Don Filipski said he has always gravitated toward “odd or unusual little cars,” so it’s no surprise that his garage holds two such vehicles — a 1957 Cushman Truckster and a 1959 King Midget.

Published September 5, 2018

Former Royal Oak teacher charged with indecent exposure

A former Royal Oak Middle School teacher faces a charge of aggravated indecent exposure. Berkley resident Timothy Jankowiak, 49, taught at Royal Oak Middle School and coached high school tennis, according to a statement from Royal Oak School District Superintendent Mary Beth Fitzpatrick.

Published September 5, 2018

Horseback riding can renew physical, mental strength for kids

METRO DETROIT — Variety, the Children’s Charity of Detroit, has offered its 4-H Handicap Horseback Riding Program for children with cognitive and physical challenges for 40 years.

Published September 5, 2018

Oversized florals, gem tones define fall décor

METRO DETROIT — As the dog days of summer signal the season’s last hurrah, design experts are preparing to usher in autumn with new and existing trends.

Published September 4, 2018

Donated bike cart gives Clawson family freedom

CLAWSON — On Aug. 28, the Clawson Knights of Columbus presented a local family with a custom bike cart during their weekly bingo night.

Published September 4, 2018

Habatat Galleries presents edgy ‘StreetKraft’ exhibit

ROYAL OAK — The latest exhibition at Habatat Galleries, which is on display now through Sept. 15, takes a turn from the more conservative collections for which the location is known.

Published August 31, 2018

Clawson school staff practices active shooter response training

CLAWSON — Educators, administrators and support staff in Clawson Public Schools recently underwent active shooter response training before the start of the school year.

Published August 28, 2018

Royal Oak breaks ground on new City Hall, police station

ROYAL OAK — On Aug. 23, the city of Royal Oak held an “I Dig Royal Oak” event to kick off its new City Hall and Police Department construction projects, solicit input on a new downtown park, and offer family fun.

Published August 28, 2018

Relay for Life to return to Clawson City Park

CLAWSON — For the second year, the Relay for Life Fall Color Bash will brighten Clawson City Park with the goal of raising funds for the American Cancer Society.