Troy Times

Published December 5, 2019

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published December 4, 2019

Santa, snowball room, Snow Sisters to highlight Winter Wonderland

TROY — Troy families that make the Christmas tree lighting and Santa’s arrival at Troy City Hall an annual tradition can once again continue the fun — and stay warm — Dec. 6 at the Troy Public Library and the Troy Community Center.

Published December 4, 2019

Planning Commission OKs plans for 5-story Marriott on Crooks

TROY — A five-story, 138-room Courtyard by Marriott hotel, which the developer said will draw business travelers, will proceed on 1.5 acres on Crooks Road, near Corporate Drive.

Published December 4, 2019

Give more than gifts this season with customized presents

METRO DETROIT — Hey, gift cards are great. But sometimes, a holiday gift needs to have a more distinctive touch. A personalized item can sometimes say what plastic can’t: You’re unlike anyone else.

Published December 4, 2019

Winterize homes before the blizzards hit

METRO DETROIT — Snowfall and cold temperatures have hit southeast Michigan relatively early this year, but those looking to protect their homes for the upcoming winter season still have time.

Published December 3, 2019

Troy tree recognized as state champ in Big Tree Hunt

TROY — The massive dawn redwood in the front yard was one of the things that drew Bill Williams and wife Sarah to purchase their 1967 home on a half-acre on Herbmoor Drive.

Published November 27, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 26, 2019

More newly paved lanes of I-75 lanes need redo for bad pavement

TROY — Portions of two recently constructed traffic lanes on northbound Interstate 75 from 13 Mile to 14 Mile Road and shoulders on exit ramps on Big Beaver and Rochester roads will be removed and re-poured after inspectors discovered crews used the wrong concrete mix.

Published November 25, 2019

Small retailers are a big deal to Oakland shoppers

OAKLAND COUNTY — Lisa Gentile lives in the heart of downtown Birmingham. Without a doubt, she said, one of her favorite things about the neighborhood is that she can step out her door and walk to her favorite local haunts.

Published November 22, 2019

Partying in a winter wonderland

METRO DETROIT — This is Michigan. Snow is to be expected. Of course you know that. But what you might not know is how much fun it can be to forget the flakes and keep entertaining guests outdoors into the winter months.

Published November 22, 2019

There’s no place like home for holiday movies

METRO DETROIT — As Christmas lights twinkle, curling up on the couch with a cup of warm cocoa while watching a favorite Christmas movie is how many people get into the holiday spirit.

Published November 22, 2019

Treasurer hosts taxpayer assistance meetings

OAKLAND COUNTY — If you’re having issues paying your property taxes, there is help available.

Published November 21, 2019

The Spirit of Giving: Hollywood trainer finds closure in race for HAVEN

OAKLAND COUNTY — At the end of August, just days after he had gotten married on a beach in Malibu, celebrity fitness trainer Alex Fine made good on a promise to his mom to complete an ultramarathon in her honor.

Published November 20, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 22-24

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 20, 2019

Simple solutions can upgrade a bland apartment to a happy home

METRO DETROIT — Moving into a new apartment is fun, but it can pose some challenges that people might not consider when moving into a home that they own.

Published November 20, 2019

Reopening of I-75 lanes from 13 Mile to Coolidge delayed a month

TROY — Motorists will continue to drive on just two lanes of north- and southbound Interstate 75 from 13 Mile Road to Coolidge Highway for longer than originally anticipated this fall.

Published November 20, 2019

Enjoy the gift of stage ‘presents’ with holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — The weather outside might be frightful, but inside metro Detroit venues, the sights and sounds will be delightful, as concerts and other productions bring the holiday season to life.

Published November 19, 2019

Troy crews, equipment battle early snowstorm

TROY — City crews and equipment stood ready to clear Troy roadways of up to 8 inches of snow that fell on Nov. 11.

Published November 19, 2019

Athens film students’ public service announcements judged a cut above

TROY — Two students — one past, one current — from Athens High School teacher Adam Burns’ writing for broadcasting class, aka Athens TV, created public service announcements that have received acclaim.

Published November 19, 2019

Son charged in mother’s death found incompetent to stand trial in Troy

TROY — Uriah Lee Scott, 43, charged in the murder of his mother, Cynthia Scott, 61, after police found her body partially in the closet of her Troy home, was recently declared incompetent to stand trial.