Southfield Sun

Published November 27, 2018

Giving classes as gifts makes for long-lasting memories

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t many things in life that are as exciting as opening a gift. The anticipation of what might be, the crunch of the wrapping paper, the reveal as the box opens and the excitement of seeing that special something meant just for you.

Published November 26, 2018

Local cities discuss 2019 CDBG funding

OAKLAND COUNTY — The cities of Ferndale, Berkley, Huntington Woods and Pleasant Ridge recently discussed plans for their respective Community Development Block Grant funds next year.

Published November 26, 2018

Oakland County announces photo contest winners ahead of busy winter activity season

OAKLAND COUNTY — If you head to Oakland County parks in the spring to see the birds return, or in the summer to see the fireworks, or in the fall to watch the leaves change, you’re not alone. But in the winter, the parks are just as picturesque, with plenty of fun things for the whole family to do. Really. There are photos to prove it.

Published November 23, 2018

Annual Potters Market returns to Southfield

SOUTHFIELD — As the largest pottery sale in the country, the Potters Market is back again for its 43rd year Nov. 29-Dec. 2 at the Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road.

Published November 21, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 23-25

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 19, 2018

Holiday shows set the stage for merry moments

METRO DETROIT — If your holidays are more hectic or ho-hum than happy, there’s nothing like toe-tapping seasonal tunes and timeless tales to get you in the spirit, so grab your coat and head out to one of the many festive productions brightening local stages this year.

Published November 19, 2018

Get away from winter — but take steps to protect your home

METRO DETROIT — Whether traveling for Thanksgiving or Christmas, or getting away for the entire winter season, there is plenty that can be done to protect a home from intruders and Old Man Winter.

Published November 16, 2018

Southfield Police investigate fight, third shooting at Bar 7

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Police Department is looking into a third shooting at a local bar. According to a police report, the shooting occurred at around 10:22 p.m. Nov. 3 at Bar 7, 24528 W. 12 Mile Road.

Published November 16, 2018

Southfield small businesses stay invested in neighborhoods

SOUTHFIELD — When it comes to automobiles, it’s safe to say the Tremontis know a thing or two. What started as a small car wash in Oak Park in 1979 by John Tremonti Sr. has grown into three car washes and three auto repair shops under the Midas franchise.

Published November 16, 2018

Southfield Police launch crackdown on school bus safety

SOUTHFIELD — Following multiple recent incidents nationally of students being hit by cars while trying to board a school bus, the Southfield Police Department has launched a crackdown on school bus safety.

State Rep. Christine Greig, D-Farmington Hills; David DeVries, the husband of the late Vicki Moreau DeVries; and the late trooper’s partner, Michigan State Police Trooper Bob Muldore, celebrate Vicki Moreau DeVries’ life Nov. 14 at a press conference in Southfield.

Published November 15, 2018

Only fallen female MSP trooper honored with highway sign

SOUTHFIELD/FARMINGTON HILLS — While driving along westbound Interstate 696 to southbound Interstate 275 in Farmington Hills, Trooper Vicki Moreau DeVries Memorial Highway is bound to catch one’s attention.

Published November 14, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Summer of Cruising contest winner has crafted his dream car

All summer long, C & G Newspapers asked classic car owners to submit photos of their vehicles for our Summer of Cruising online car show contest, and this year, the top vote-getter was Clinton Township resident Jerry Aiello and his 1957 Chevrolet hot rod.

Published November 14, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 16-18

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 13, 2018

Lathrup Village City Council approves trash can ordinance

LATHRUP VILLAGE — The Lathrup Village City Council recently voted unanimously to change an ordinance regarding trash pickup.

John Fox, president and CEO of Beaumont Health, discusses the health system’s partnership with Universal Health Services to build a $45 million mental health facility in Dearborn Nov. 5 at the Beaumont Service Center.

Published November 13, 2018

Beaumont unveils plans for $45M mental health facility

SOUTHFIELD/DEARBORN — Beaumont Health and Pennsylvania-based Universal Health Services recently announced plans for a $45 million mental health facility in Dearborn.

Published November 13, 2018

Lathrup Village doctor charged in opioid prescription ring

LATHRUP VILLAGE — A local man allegedly operating a cash-only clinic in Lathrup Village was recently charged for conspiracy to illegally distribute prescription drugs.

Published November 13, 2018

Stop carbon monoxide poisoning with alarms, checkups

METRO DETROIT — Colorless, odorless and tasteless, carbon monoxide is a toxic gas known as the “silent killer.”

Published November 13, 2018

How law enforcement is changing its tune to address addiction

METRO DETROIT — It was Sept. 23, 2013. He can tell you the exact day when he felt there was “no way out,” and he knew he needed to get serious about recovery from his addiction to heroin and alcohol. “I was in treatment five different times,” said David Clayton, of Macomb Township. “I had been using for 11 years before I got sober, from the time I was 17 to 28, starting with prescription pills and marijuana and drinking, then heroin at 23.”

Published November 9, 2018

Redistricting proposal passes

LANSING — More than 60 percent of voters across the state were in favor of creating a new commission of registered voters to draw district boundary lines across Michigan.

Published November 9, 2018

Whitmer elected as Michigan’s next governor

LANSING — After months of campaigning and meeting with constituents, Democrat Gretchen Whitmer was voted in as Michigan’s next governor during the Nov. 6 election, beating out five other candidates, including Republican Bill Schuette.