GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Lovely lawns, bountiful bushes and glorious gardens were among the reasons Grosse Pointe Farms residents were recognized by the Farms Beautification Advisory Commission.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — With dozens of awards — including several for lifesaving — Grosse Pointe Shores Public Safety Sgt. Tony Spina is one of the most decorated members of his department.

GROSSE POINTE PARK — In the final regular Grosse Pointe Park City Council meeting before the Nov. 8 election, officials once again clashed over a proposed water and sewer infrastructure millage in front of voters.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — The former Grosse Pointe Public School System administration building at 389 St. Clair Ave. in Grosse Pointe City has a new owner, but plans for redevelopment of the building remain largely the same.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — It might not sound like a long time, but in the world of technology, six years is an eternity.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — While municipalities usually select the lowest bidder for a contract or service, that’s not always the case, especially when it comes to professional services.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The Grosse Pointe Public School System community tailgate is back for another year to celebrate the Grosse Pointe North vs. Grosse Pointe South football game, but with a little bit more of a normal feel this year.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Snowflakes will be here soon. No, not necessarily the fluffy white precipitation that falls from the sky. These snowflakes are decorative accents, and they’re coming to Grosse Pointe Woods’ Mack Avenue business district, The Avenue in the Woods.

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Along with selecting state, federal and county officials, Grosse Pointe Park voters are faced with another important decision on the Nov. 8 ballot.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — New landscaping will accompany new playground equipment at Pier Park in Grosse Pointe Farms.

GROSSE POINTE CITY — For anyone who likes fresh cupcakes, cider, doughnuts and bagels, a new business with all those things — and more — is coming to The Village this fall.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — People who enjoy dining outdoors at longtime local favorite Irish Coffee Bar & Grill, at 18666 Mack Ave. in Grosse Pointe Farms, will now be able to do so even when it’s not a sunny day.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS/WOODS — It might sound like a simple thing, but a folder is making a world of difference for fifth graders at one Grosse Pointe public school.

METRO DETROIT — Local residents are invited to enjoy a night of laughs for a serious cause.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — Some well-meaning animal lovers in Grosse Pointe Shores are causing unintentional problems for their neighbors.