Troy Times

Published December 2, 2021

Officials respond to school closings, threats to districts

OAKLAND/MACOMB COUNTIES — On Dec. 2, two days after a student opened fire at Oxford High School, killing four students and wounding several other students and a teacher, more than 60 schools were closed out of an “abundance of caution” due to threats made.

Published November 24, 2021

Loan experts discuss the 30-year mortgage versus shorter-term loans

METRO DETROIT — The process of preparing to purchase a home is an exciting time in the lives of many people.

Published November 24, 2021

Troy Historic Village to host Victorian Christmas

TROY — The Troy Historic Village is inviting the community to join them for some traditional Christmas fun with its Victorian Christmas.

Published November 24, 2021

Troy businesses prepare for Small Business Saturday

TROY — Every year, on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, customers and patrons celebrate small businesses around the country with Small Business Saturday.

Published November 24, 2021

Fraser, Troy police report rise in catalytic converter thefts from vehicles

FRASER/TROY — Many law enforcement agencies across southeast Michigan have seen an uptick in catalytic converters thefts.

Published November 23, 2021

Troy Community Foundation gives out grant money to community partners

TROY — Three local nonprofits were recently presented with grants for $1,000 each by the Troy Community Foundation.

Published November 22, 2021

Maintain your furnace with fresh filters and seasonal tuneups

METRO DETROIT — As winter approaches and the air grows chill, homeowners are turning up the heat and thinking more about furnace maintenance.

Published November 22, 2021

One dead, one injured after car accident

TROY — The Troy police are investigating a car accident involving two pedestrians that left one of the two pedestrians dead and the other hospitalized.

Published November 22, 2021

Police report rise in catalytic converter thefts from vehicles

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP/TROY — Many law enforcement agencies across southeast Michigan have seen an uptick in catalytic converters thefts.

Published November 18, 2021

Shoppers delighted as holiday craft shows return

METRO DETROIT — The aroma of fresh-baked cookies that fills the air as shoppers hunt for handmade Christmas crafts, delicate jewelry pieces, stocking stuffers and more has found its place again as craft show season has begun.

Published November 18, 2021

Supply chain shortages, rising costs are impacting local food pantries

METRO DETROIT — By now, every household has likely experienced the effects of supply chain and labor shortages in one way or another.

Published November 18, 2021

Troy recognizes Veterans Day

TROY — The city of Troy hosted a recognition of Veterans Day Nov. 11 at Troy City Hall in Veterans Plaza, along Big Beaver Road.

Published November 17, 2021

Home assistance for seniors program returns to Troy

TROY — The Troy Community Foundation has announced the return of its SHARP program aimed at helping senior citizens in the Troy community with home repairs.

Published November 17, 2021

Library begins competition to find Troy’s fave book

TROY — The Troy Public Library is inviting the public to share their favorite books so the library can determine the favorite book in Troy.

Published November 17, 2021

At 60, Warren Astronomical Society still reaching for the stars

METRO DETROIT — Looking to keep their father busy in his twilight years, Jon Blum’s adult children bought him a telescope as a retirement gift 20 years ago, when he wrapped up his career as a dermatologist.

Published November 17, 2021

Bask in the warm glow cast by holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — With most theaters now operating again, the holiday show tradition returns to stages throughout the area, warming hearts of all ages with music, dance and plays.

Published November 12, 2021

Restaurants offer chance to support Troy schools

TROY — Several local restaurants are ‘stepping up to the plate’ through an annual program giving customers the chance to support schools in the Troy School District.

Children’s Hospital of Michigan unveils new helicopter transport

Published November 12, 2021

Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Troy unveils new helicopter transport

TROY — Children’s Hospital of Michigan unveiled a new resource Oct. 26 at its hospital in Troy: its new PANDA-1 transport helicopter.

Published November 11, 2021

Park named in honor of former Troy mayor

TROY — The Troy City Council voted unanimously at its regular meeting Oct. 25 to name the soon-to-be-completed park on the Civic Center campus after former Troy Mayor Jeanne Stine.

Road Commission prepares for winter season

Published November 11, 2021

Road Commission for Oakland County prepares for winter season

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County is preparing for the winter season, and it’s beginning by taking on its annual review of its winter maintenance procedures.