TROY — In the top right corner of this photo, looking east into Troy, is the intersection of Long Lake and Beach roads. The top right corner shows the mausoleum of White Chapel Cemetery (c. 1955). 

TROY — The Troy City Council recently approved a series of text and map amendments to the city’s zoning ordinance regarding neighborhood nodes. The “nodes” determine what kinds of developments are allowed in each district, such as office space, commercial and residential. 

TROY — The city of Troy celebrated the grand opening of its full-size cricket field at Boulan Park May 14, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community cricket clinic. 

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of May 22-25.

TROY — On Aug. 4, voters will consider a proposal that aims to support schools throughout Oakland County.

TROY — At the State of the City event May 6, officials highlighted progress in Troy.

METRO DETROIT — As spring planting season ramps up across the state, gardening experts say starting a home vegetable garden doesn’t require a large backyard or years of experience.

METRO DETROIT — There’s a spot in Ferndale, near the train tracks that cross Nine Mile and Hilton roads, where car buffs and motorcycle enthusiasts gather every Sunday year-round.

METRO DETROIT — As summer approaches, blood donation organizations are preparing for a disparity in blood donations.

OAKLAND COUNTY — The 14 Mile water main break in Farmington Hills has caused concern throughout Oakland County. Suzanne Coffey, CEO of the Great Lakes Water Authority, addressed the West Bloomfield Board of Trustees May 11 to talk water infrastructure systems, future plans, and the anomalies of the 14 Mile pipe. 

ROCHESTER HILLS/AUBURN HILLS/BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP/TROY — The Avondale School district has selected a new leader.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of May 15-17.

METRO DETROIT — Chearia Broughton, a 38-year-old from Detroit, was sentenced to one year in prison for organizing a high-volume theft ring targeting Ulta Beauty stores in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.

TROY — On the Saturday before Mother’s Day, families gathered at the library to craft cards for the holiday.

TROY — Athens High School student Henry “Hank” Hegdal is one of 31 caddies in Michigan to be awarded the Western Golf Association’s Chick Evans Scholarship, a full housing and tuition college grant offered to golf caddies.

TROY — The Troy Planning Commission unanimously voted to postpone a decision on plans for the Learning Center Childcare Facility, a new business that would be located on the east side of Troy Center Drive and south of Big Beaver Road.

METRO DETROIT — Cruising season has officially driven into metro Detroit for 2026. As classic car owners, hot-rodders and motorcycle enthusiasts retrieve their prized possessions from storage, two local events were held recently to ensure safe travels. 

TROY — At its April 27 meeting, the Troy City Council unanimously approved a purchasing resolution for enhancements at the southwest corner of Big Beaver and Livernois roads, as well as providing a mid-block pedestrian crossing on Big Beaver Road east of Livernois Road at Talbot Street. 

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of May 8-10.

TROY — The Troy City Council decided April 6 to delay zoning ordinance changes so it could better assess the impact on neighborhoods. The conversation is now expected to continue at its meeting May 11.