Woodward Talk

Bob Lowe, who is a deputy for the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, helps patrol Cass Lake July 1. Sergeant Brian Burwell recently said that the Sheriff’s Office is being “inundated” with complaints about potential safety issues on the water.

Published July 9, 2021

Summertime brings attention to safety on the lakes

OAKLAND COUNTY — With its numerous lakes, Oakland County is a popular destination for boat and watercraft enthusiasts.

Published July 9, 2021

DIA Inside|Out art reproduction stolen in Ferndale

FERNDALE — One of the art pieces featured in the Detroit Institute of Arts’ Inside|Out program in downtown Ferndale has been stolen.

Published July 9, 2021

INVEST in America Act could have impact on local roads

METRO DETROIT — On July 1, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act, known as the INVEST in America Act.

Published July 9, 2021

As COVID-19 fades, hospitals face new challenge with ‘severe’ blood shortage

METRO DETROIT — Just over a year ago, the world came to a halt.

Published July 9, 2021

Michigan breweries rebounding after pandemic challenges

METRO DETROIT — As Michigan is bouncing back from the COVID-19 pandemic, its industries are finding their way back to business as usual.

Published July 2, 2021

Clawson resident creates ‘roadside attraction’ in backyard

CLAWSON — Since moving into his Clawson home in February, David Renneker has been adding elements to DavidLand, a “roadside attraction” located in his backyard showcasing the fanciful imaginings of the 53-year-old’s mind.

Published July 1, 2021

Harsens Island to host car show

METRO DETROIT — Why did the car cross the river? To get to a car show, because that’s exactly what attendees of the Harsens Island Charity Car Show do each year.

Published July 1, 2021

Oakland County Fair returns July 9-18

OAKLAND COUNTY — Families will finally be able to celebrate a true Oakland County summer, the way it’s meant to be, with the return of the annual Oakland County Fair next month.

Published July 1, 2021

Huntington Woods to have Fourth of July parade, no fireworks

HUNTINGTON WOODS — The city of Huntington Woods will be forgoing its annual tradition of Fourth of July fireworks this year.

Published July 1, 2021

Family speaks on Huntington Woods native’s monthlong detainment in Myanmar

HUNTINGTON WOODS — On May 24, Danny Fenster boarded a plane in the country of Myanmar to head back to his native Huntington Woods to surprise his parents, Rose and Buddy.

Published July 1, 2021

Ferndale businesses discuss post-pandemic hiring troubles

FERNDALE — Establishments in Ferndale and neighboring cities are working to get back to the way business was before the COVID-19 pandemic. The problem is that some are having trouble finding people to hire.

Published June 30, 2021

Local dog trainers discuss business trends, importance of training

METRO DETROIT — As the COVID-19 pandemic raged on in 2020, many people found themselves isolated. Cut off from co-workers, friends and family, many turned to pet adoption centers in search of a furry friend.

Published June 30, 2021

C & G staffers win Society of Professional Journalists awards

METRO DETROIT — The Detroit Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists announced the 2020 Excellence in Journalism award winners during a live virtual presentation June 8.

Published June 30, 2021

May housing stats show high prices, fast sales and no letup

METRO DETROIT — During a year of many changes for everyone, the housing market also saw some major changes, and it shows no signs of cooling down anytime soon.

Published June 27, 2021

Ferndale approves increase in number of marijuana retailers

FERNDALE — Ferndale will be expanding the number of marijuana businesses allowed to operate in the city.

Published June 27, 2021

Pleasant Ridge schedules public hearing on allowing marijuana businesses

PLEASANT RIDGE — The city of Pleasant Ridge has set a date for a public hearing on a marijuana facilities ordinance.

Published June 26, 2021

Selfridge Air Museum auctions flights to raise funds

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — It’s not often that civilians have the chance to fly in military airplanes.

Published June 25, 2021

DDA looking to install murals in ‘dot’ for wayfinding project

FERNDALE — After the completion of The dot last year, the structure now will be the target of a ”high visibility art and wayfinding” project.

Published June 24, 2021

Eastland Center to be demolished

HARPER WOODS — Eastland Center, the long-standing shopping mall located in Harper Woods, has been approved for demolition to make way for new industrial businesses.

Published June 24, 2021

SOCRRA to keep appointment-only policy at drop-off center

OAKLAND COUNTY — While much of Michigan is returning to business as usual — or however close we can get to that — others are keeping their COVID-19 restrictions in place into the future.