West Bloomfield Beacon

Published August 3, 2018

Sylvan, Otter lakes experience low water levels

SYLVAN LAKE — Residents living on or around Sylvan Lake may have noticed low water levels while attempting to go out on the water recently.

Published July 31, 2018

Repair paint damage to show car’s true colors

METRO DETROIT — Summer is often the time of year when a vehicle’s colors shine their brightest, but it also can bring more attention to scratched and chipped paint. However, experts in auto detailing or repair say options exist to restore a paint job.

Published July 31, 2018

Keep guests satiated and safe with summer outdoor food prep tips

METRO DETROIT — When hosting barbecues and get-togethers, your guests at outdoor parties want the delicious summer eats — just hold the food poisoning.

Published July 31, 2018

A third of Michiganders say ‘no thanks’ to political yard signs

METRO DETROIT — Political yard signs can help to rally supporters or alienate neighbors, with seemingly no impact in between.

Published July 31, 2018

10th annual Rouge Cruise to celebrate river history, possibilities

METRO DETROIT — The 10th annual Rouge Cruise will be held 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 7 aboard the Diamond Belle, leaving from Detroit’s Stroh River Place.

Published July 31, 2018

Annual fishing derby event features fun-filled times

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office’s Benefit for the Disabled Fishing Derby is scheduled for 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at Dodge No. 4 State Park, on Cass Lake in Waterford.

Published July 31, 2018

Damaging data: Experts explain truths behind the numbers

METRO DETROIT — Behind the scenes and on the frontlines of the opioid epidemic are individuals who have collectively devoted dozens of years to minimizing the effects of substance abuse.

Published July 30, 2018

Reports show building permits, assessed values on the rise

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A wealth of information about how the township operates awaits residents, according to township officials.

Published July 30, 2018

Nonprofit hopes to go mobile with fundraiser

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Mend on the Move, a West Bloomfield-based nonprofit, is raising money to live up to its name and hit the road in a mobile studio.

Published July 30, 2018

West Bloomfield police make arrest after business break-ins

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Police have arrested a man suspected of breaking and entering into a West Bloomfield restaurant.

Nondairy ice cream treats and other sweets will be available at VegMichigan’s third annual SummerFest.

Published July 30, 2018

VegMichigan SummerFest to draw out the herbivore in humans

OAKLAND COUNTY — Tammy Warren made up her mind to stop eating meat six years ago after thinking that other animals in the world are just as important to her as Delilah, her 13-year-old daschund.

Published July 30, 2018

West Bloomfield group to host cancer research expert

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A local group focused on making the best of life with cancer is set to host its biennial luncheon early next month with a leading expert on cancer research.

Published July 30, 2018

West Bloomfield family receives award from Kosovo president

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Residents Ekrem Bardha and daughter Donika Bardha celebrated U.S. Independence Day different than most — they were honored with a Presidential Medal from the president of Kosovo, Hashim Thaci.

Published July 27, 2018

Behind the Wheel: 1954 Ford Customline boasts original features, pristine interior

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A family connection and a bit of serendipity led Shelby Township residents Dennis and Elena Olivieri to the 1954 Ford Customline that sits in their garage today.

Published July 25, 2018

Fraudulent IRS phone calls plague county

OAKLAND COUNTY — According to statistics at www.irs.gov, thousands of people across the country have lost millions of dollars and their personal information due to these IRS scams.

Published July 25, 2018

Addiction: A stranglehold on American life

METRO DETROIT — How did America let this happen, and who is to blame?

Published July 24, 2018

Landscaping can improve your home, and perhaps your resale value

METRO DETROIT — Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, especially when it comes to home aesthetics.

Published July 24, 2018

Sick of summer: There are plenty of chances to catch a bug, even after winter

METRO DETROIT — Sunburns and swimmer’s ear are things that doctors would expect to see plenty of in their offices this time of year.

Published July 24, 2018

Local groups pitch in for Adopt-A-Road program

OAKLAND COUNTY — Every year, more than 270 groups and organizations pitch in to do their part to help clean up Oakland County’s roadsides by participating in the Adopt-A-Road program.

Published July 19, 2018

Beacon voters prep for primary choices

In the Beacon’s coverage area, voters will make their picks for governor and state and national offices, as well as county commission and a Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation tax.