Woodward Talk

Published December 5, 2019

Your guide to this weekend's events

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

Berkley to become 3rd Oakland County city to ban ‘conversion therapy’

BERKLEY — Berkley is on its way to becoming the third city in the Woodward Talk’s coverage area to ban “conversion therapy.”

Published December 3, 2019

Holiday Ice Festival turning 19 in downtown Ferndale

FERNDALE — Ice sculptures, hayrides and Santa Claus all will be returning to Ferndale soon for its Holiday Ice Festival.

Published December 3, 2019

La Salette School renovation gets site plan approval

BERKLEY — The redevelopment of the former Our Lady of La Salette School will move forward after the city of Berkley’s Planning Commission approved a site plan for the project.

Published December 3, 2019

Huntington Woods to replace 40 lead service lines

HUNTINGTON WOODS — In June 2018, the state of Michigan passed the Lead and Copper Rule, which is aimed to reduce lead and copper levels in drinking water.

Published November 27, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Your guide to this weekend's events

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.

With hot drinks in hand, Amber Welch, Devin Welch, Brendan Welch and Derek Marx take in last year’s Berkley Holiday Lights Parade and tree lighting ceremony.

Published November 22, 2019

Holiday Lights Parade to celebrate 15 years in Berkley

BERKLEY — Nighttime in Berkley will be filled with holiday spirit, as the yearly parade and tree lighting ceremony will return at the beginning of December.

Published November 22, 2019

Berkley honors Steadman for 22 years on City Council

BERKLEY — Monday, Nov. 18, marked the final day that Eileen Steadman took her seat on the Berkley City Council after 22 years of public service.

Published November 22, 2019

Berkley honors Steadman for 22 years on City Council

BERKLEY — Monday, Nov. 18, marked the final day that Eileen Steadman took her seat on the Berkley City Council after 22 years of public service.

Published November 22, 2019

Pleasant Ridge crafts ordinance meant to stop spread of oak wilt

PLEASANT RIDGE — The city of Pleasant Ridge is taking precautions in regard to trimming oak trees that are suffering from oak wilt.

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

Newly remodeled Edison School features adult transition program

HAZEL PARK/FERNDALE — Edison School, part of Hazel Park Public Schools, recently completed a $12 million remodeling project that expanded its available space by roughly 50%.

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.