West Bloomfield Beacon

Oakland County Michigan Works has hosted two virtual career fairs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with roughly 30 employers at each one.

Published January 26, 2021

Employers report success with online job fairs

OAKLAND COUNTY — The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lot of people without jobs. Whether it be furloughs or permanent layoffs, people in Oakland County and around the country are looking for work. Oakland County Michigan Works has stepped in to help.

Published January 26, 2021

Virtual playdates bring connection during COVID-19

METRO DETROIT — With many schools and activities closed due to COVID-19, kids nowadays are missing out on much more than face-to-face instruction.

Published January 26, 2021

The Stars and Stripes in all its Old Glory

METRO DETROIT — For many Americans, especially military veterans, the U.S. flag waving in the breeze brings a sense of pride, honor and patriotism.

Published January 26, 2021

Schools round up, catch up and ramp up for fall enrollment

METRO DETROIT — Along with proms and graduation ceremonies, another time-honored school tradition will likely be muddled by COVID-19.

Published January 26, 2021

Our lips are sealed — and filled

METRO DETROIT — For many of us, the time we’ve spent cooped up working from home and steering clear of social gatherings has been — well, a pain.

Published January 25, 2021

New state order allows restaurants, bars to open indoor dining Feb. 1

OAKLAND COUNTY — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Jan. 22 that a new order governing indoor dining at restaurants during the pandemic will go into effect at the beginning of February.

Published January 25, 2021

Two new auto shows head to M1 Concourse in September

PONTIAC — Just as downtown Detroit announced the cancelation of the North American International Auto Show, Pontiac celebrates not one but two new auto events slated for this fall.

Published January 25, 2021

Oakland County grant boosts Historical Society

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society Office and Activities Coordinator Cory Taylor recently said, “Feels like we’re moving forward into the 21st century.”

Published January 25, 2021

Historical Society offers virtual programming

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Despite setbacks that have resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society has found ways to continue to offer local history to residents of West Bloomfield, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake and Sylvan Lake.

Published January 24, 2021

Couple shares details of first baby born in 2021 at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The first baby born in 2021 at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital came at 1:04 am Jan. 1.

Published January 23, 2021

Despite COVID restrictions, skiing has been a popular activity this season

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Snowsports Industries Association has been trying to encourage winter outdoor enthusiasts to “know before you go” to a Michigan ski area this season.

Published January 22, 2021

Macomb County government has a new look in 2021

MACOMB COUNTY — Prior to the November general election, three of the five Macomb County offices up for grabs were held by Democrat party members.

Published January 22, 2021

Lake St. Clair down a foot from year-ago levels

LAKE ST. CLAIR — After years of rising lake levels and flooding, the 2020-21 winter is beginning with Lake St. Clair at a lower level, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District.

WB approves township COVID-19 vaccination site

Published January 21, 2021

West Bloomfield approves township COVID-19 vaccination site

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees recently approved an inter-local agreement that allows Oakland County to administer COVID-19 vaccines at Fire Station 1, which is located on Orchard Lake Road.

Published January 18, 2021

Educators among those now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine

OAKLAND COUNTY — As many teachers across Michigan prepare to head back to classrooms full of students, many are still waiting to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Published January 13, 2021

Detroit Zoo celebrates its first lion cub born in 40 years

ROYAL OAK — When Binti, a female lion cub born Sept. 10 at the Detroit Zoo, successfully rejoined the lion pride just before Christmas Day, the Detroit Zoological Society rejoiced.

Published January 13, 2021

Oakland County Crime of the Year: 2020

OAKLAND COUNTY — Here's a look at some of the most interesting and bizarre items provided by police during the past year.

Published January 13, 2021

Oakland County officials state goals for municipalities in 2021

OAKLAND COUNTY — It’s fair to say that 2020 was a year many people would like to move on from, and with the arrival of a new year comes new goals and ambitions.

Published January 12, 2021

Benjamin Moore, Pantone release colors of the year

METRO DETROIT — For many people, 2021 is a welcome transition away from the unprecedented global turmoil in 2020. Both the Pantone Color Institute and Benjamin Moore Paints annually release a color of the year, and their selections for 2021 reflect a desire for optimism, grounding and soothing.