Troy Times

Published December 8, 2020

Troy library officials observe trends during pandemic

TROY — While the building is still closed as a safety precaution amid the pandemic, staff at the Troy Public Library continue to serve the community in a variety of ways.

Published December 8, 2020

Search underway for next Troy library director

TROY/WEST BLOOMFIELD — After more than 13 years as the director of the Troy Public Library, Cathy Russ has left to take up the same position at the library in West Bloomfield Township.

Key2Finesse members celebrate at last year’s Speak the Difference competition.

Published December 8, 2020

Troy students host virtual fundraiser for Gift of Life Foundation

TROY — Students from the Troy School District are rallying together this month to help youth build important social skills while supporting organ and tissue donation across Michigan.

Published December 8, 2020

Oakland County offers free grocery delivery to seniors through Shipt

OAKLAND COUNTY — Keego Harbor resident David Emmings, 61, and his wife’s last worry in the midst of this pandemic has been their bi- or tri-weekly trip to the supermarket for groceries.

Published December 8, 2020

Less money, more time helps make the season bright during COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Families are being asked to celebrate the holiday season in a more intimate way as they stay at home amid COVID-19, making this the perfect year to start new traditions and make lasting memories together.

Published December 8, 2020

Holiday light shows make season bright amid COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Families across the country are being asked to stay home to help curb COVID-19. But as we’ve all experienced by now, too much together time can easily dampen the Christmas spirit.

Published December 8, 2020

Avoid getting scammed when shopping from home this season

METRO DETROIT — With Michiganders following state guidelines to stay home, wear masks and limit social interactions, online shopping is perhaps more popular than ever this holiday season.

Published December 7, 2020

Music venues, musicians try to get by during pandemic

METRO DETROIT — Kicking back with a cold brew while watching live music at your favorite watering hole basically has been put on hold since March.

Published December 4, 2020

Schools face substitute teacher, support staff shortage amid COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — Educating students in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic has been an ongoing challenge.

Published December 2, 2020

Shooters fire bullets in hotel parking lot, windows broken

TROY — Troy police officers are looking for the people who shot off multiple guns outside a hotel near Interstate 75 and Big Beaver Road.

Published November 20, 2020

Troy police observe possible uptick in gun-related crimes

TROY — A recent rash of gun-related crimes in Troy is likely not a trend, police say, but they are still urging vigilance during the holiday shopping season.

The Costello Elementary School building was closed to students due to coronavirus concerns. A sign welcomes students to Zoom for virtual learning.

Published November 20, 2020

Troy Schools moves to online learning only amid rise in COVID-19

TROY — The Troy School District has moved to online-only instruction for K-12 students in response to rising cases of COVID-19, officials said.

Published November 20, 2020

Foundation grants tech tools to Troy teachers

TROY — Over 800 classes in the Troy School District will benefit from new technology tools thanks to the Troy Foundation for Educational Excellence.

Abigail Tucker is able to participate in school activities after starting a new treatment for Crohn’s disease.

Published November 20, 2020

Teen’s Crohn’s treatment helps her keep playing music

TROY — School can be challenging enough for many young people, but having symptoms of Crohn’s disease can make it an even bigger struggle.

Published November 20, 2020

Troy officials reflect on election turnout, security

TROY — Many cities across the U.S. saw a sharp increase in absentee voting during the election Nov. 3, and a decrease in in-person voting — a trend that held true in Troy.

A Suburban Collection Farmington Hills Nissan employee makes a donation to the Drive Away Hunger campaign.

Published November 20, 2020

Drive Away Hunger campaign hopes to donate 1 million meals

METRO DETROIT — Food is a basic need, but for some families, it’s become their biggest challenge.

State rolls out COVID-19 exposure notification app

Published November 19, 2020

Michigan rolls out COVID-19 exposure notification app

LANSING — MI COVID Alert is a new statewide COVID-19 exposure notification app that lets users know whether they might recently have been exposed to COVID-19. It uses randomly generated phone codes and low energy Bluetooth technology instead of GPS location to protect privacy.

Published November 18, 2020

‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ at home with your favorite holiday music

METRO DETROIT — This holiday season will be different for many because of COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean it has to be a “Blue Christmas.”

Published November 18, 2020

Veterans group celebrates Veterans Day remotely

METRO DETROIT — Recognizing Veterans Day Nov. 11 was a challenge for most people given the COVID-19 quarantine, but the Metro Detroit Veterans Coalition forged ahead with a virtual alternative to its annual parade.

Published November 18, 2020

It’s beginning to look — kinda — like Christmas

METRO DETROIT — COVID-19 has taken a lot of celebrations away from us this season. Will it take out the season of giving, too? Not if retailers have a say in the matter.