Woodward Talk

Published July 6, 2018

C & G Newspapers staff members share their favorite summer jams

WARREN — Sly and the Family Stone harmonized about “Hot Fun in the Summertime,” while Eddie Cochran and The Who battled the “Summertime Blues.” With summer in full swing, this week’s Warren Weekly pays tribute to flip-flops, road trips, backyard barbecues, and relaxing at the lake by asking C & G Newspapers staff members about their favorite summertime jams.

Published July 3, 2018

Experts offer tips to protect homes during vacation

METRO DETROIT — Taking proper safety precautions should be a high priority to avoid returning home to a burglarized or damaged home.

Published July 3, 2018

Berries: Excellent taste, fashionably late

METRO DETROIT — Our fine state is known for its tart cherries, and it’s one of the leading producers of blueberries in the country, harvesting an average 110 million pounds of more than 30 varieties.

Published July 3, 2018

Don’t detour around safe work zone driving habits

METRO DETROIT — Whether it’s “road closed” barricades or orange barrels, all of the markers for road construction are in sight for many commuters this summer.

Published July 2, 2018

Backyard chickens to stay in Berkley

BERKLEY — After a yearlong pilot program, the Berkley City Council has decided to continue allowing chickens in the backyards of homes.Read More

Published July 2, 2018

Berkley Street Art Fest to chalk the surface of Coolidge

BERKLEY — After a successful first year in the city, the Berkley Area Chamber of Commerce will be holding another Street Art Fest in the downtown in July. The second annual event will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Read More

Published June 29, 2018

County commission shows support for ‘red flag’ gun legislation

OAKLAND COUNTY — In the heated debate over Second Amendment rights, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners has made a statement on where it stands in regard to weapons and mental health.

Published June 29, 2018

Oakland County Fair to feature dinosaurs, magic

OAKLAND COUNTY — Grab the kids, some sunscreen and an appetite for elephant ears, because the Oakland County Fair is coming back to Davisburg July 6-15.

Published June 28, 2018

Man robs Huntington Bank brandishing semi-automatic gun

FERNDALE — Ferndale police are searching for a man who they said displayed a black, semi-automatic handgun to a teller and directed the teller to give him the money in the teller’s drawer at the Huntington Bank at 306 W. Nine Mile Road at 12:30 p.m. June 25.

Geri Feigelson, left, of West Bloomfield, and Sue Carlson, right, of Farmington Hills, hike on the West Bloomfield Trail June 26. The trail is one of many nature trails open to the public throughout the township.

Published June 28, 2018

Oakland County parks to launch guided hike series

OAKLAND COUNTY — Whether you’re looking to get moving this summer or you’re just bored of the usual sights and sounds of your neighborhood walking route, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department has got you covered.

Published June 28, 2018

Oakland County Fair to feature dinosaurs, magic

OAKLAND COUNTY — Grab the kids, some sunscreen and an appetite for elephant ears, because the Oakland County Fair is coming back to Davisburg July 6-15.

Published June 27, 2018

Missing teen found safe

BERKLEY — The Berkley Public Safety Department is asking for help to find a missing teen who the department said was seen twice during the night of June 27.

Published June 27, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Flyer to be featured on Discovery’s ‘Sticker Shock’

FERNDALE — Last year, Ferndale resident Chris Beltz shared the history of his 1919 Briggs & Stratton Flyer with our readers as part of C & G Newspapers’ Behind the Wheel series, and now the story of his car is about to reach an even bigger audience on national TV.

Published June 26, 2018

Take steps to protect your pets from heat, anxiety this summer

METRO DETROIT — With a few days having hit highs in the mid-90s before the official start of summer, it’s important to remember that humans aren’t the only ones who feel the effects of the heat — pets do too.

Published June 26, 2018

Stop recycling myths about trash

METRO DETROIT — Lots of researchers say now that making an effort to reduce all of our waste overall is a better approach to cleaning up our planet.

Published June 26, 2018

Police arrest man who allegedly tried to steal from Ferndale restaurant

FERNDALE — A 51-year-old Pontiac man was arrested after he allegedly attempted to steal money out of a cash drawer at a Ferndale restaurant.

Published June 26, 2018

Berkley council approves Community Center, infrastructure improvements for November ballot

BERKLEY — Two ballot proposals to fund projects in Berkley have been approved by the City Council to be on the November ballot.Read More

Published June 25, 2018

Gleaners kicks off Hunger Free Summer campaign

METRO DETROIT — With the help of several sponsors, Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan will again feed children this summer. On June 16, Gleaners kicked off its Hunger Free Summer campaign with games, food and more during an event held at the Emerald Springs Townhomes in Detroit.

Published June 22, 2018

Ferndale police arrest resident on indecent exposure charge

FERNDALE — A 23-year-old Ferndale resident has been arrested for allegedly exposing himself to a woman, a charge that could result in up to two years in prison.

Published June 20, 2018

Ferndale police search for man who exposed himself to woman

FERNDALE — Ferndale police are asking for help to identify a man who exposed himself to a woman near the corner of East Nine Mile Road and Paxton Street.