Woodward Talk

Published December 11, 2019

Readers share their favorite holiday mishap tales

METRO DETROIT — Behind every social media snapshot of glittering trees, wonderstruck kiddos on Santa’s lap and families toasting over a bountiful dinner is someone who is haggard and weary and probably cursing a little bit after working hard to make the magic happen.

Published December 11, 2019

Minimal holiday decorating can still make a major impact

METRO DETROIT — A towering, ornament-laden Christmas tree, lights strung with care over the entire front of the house, and a yard filled with festive decorations are great, but not everyone has the time or energy to deck the halls with tinsel, garland and endless boughs of holly.

Published December 11, 2019

Bridging the miles with technology

METRO DETROIT — It would be unusual for a day to pass without Brendan Ross, of St. Clair Shores, or his wife texting one or another of their children or grandchildren, who live out of state.

Published December 10, 2019

Police share tips to protect homes, presents during holidays

OAKLAND COUNTY — The end of the year can bring a lot of joy. Some are getting excited about ordering presents for Christmas, and others are planning trips to escape the cold weather. In both cases, police warn residents to take special care of their homes and personal items.

Published December 10, 2019

Berkley marijuana ordinance tabled to Dec. 16

BERKLEY — The city of Berkley and its budding association with the marijuana businesses will have to wait just a bit longer.

Published December 10, 2019

Ferndale aquarist helping to save coral from deadly disease

FERNDALE — The coral reef in Florida has been battling stony-coral tissue loss disease since 2014.The disease wipes out the tissue of the stony corals, which die rapidly after becoming infected.

Published December 10, 2019

Ferndale begins replacement of all water meters in homes, businesses

FERNDALE — Last week, residents and businesses in Ferndale began to have their water meters replaced after the old ones had started to fail and record uncertain water bills.

Published December 10, 2019

Berkley council receives update on Coolidge Highway road diet

BERKLEY — Earlier this year, Berkley underwent a road diet on Coolidge Highway that is designed to be a two-year pilot project.

Published December 5, 2019

The Friday 5 — Dec. 6-8

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.