Monday, December 31, 2012
The most-read stories included a bank robbery and shooting, a millage request, lots of restaurant news and more!
It was a busy year in Berkley and Huntington Woods, so we've rounded up the top 10 most-read stories to refresh your memory! [What were your top stories of 2012 on Huntington Woods-Berkley Patch? Leave a comment!] 1. First Impressions of Vinsetta Garage Restaurant: I'll Be Back! A Patch reader's review of the Woodward Avenue eatery after her visit on opening day in June was the most popular story on Huntington Woods-Berkley Patch in 2012. Crowds from throughout Metro Detroit have continued to pack the Berkley restaurant, boosting business but complicating parking in the area. 2. Berkley Public Safety Seeks Man Who Touched Girl in Park The suspect impersonated a law enforcement officer in July near the Community Center as he …
Monday, December 24, 2012
Check out favorite titles for ages 2 and older from James Patterson's ReadKiddoRead Foundation.
Courtesy of the ReadKiddoRead Foundation Maurice Sendak once said that one of the best things about being a maker of children’s books was that his audience kept being born. It’s true, of course: The great books from years past are brand new to today’s children and teens. But let’s take a moment at year’s end to recognize the books being published now for our young people. Here’s a quick roundup of a dozen highlights of 2012. For more, visit ReadKiddoRead.com and check out our reviews. Great Illustrated Books (Ages 2-5) Llama Llama Time to Share By Anna Dewdney For ages 2-5 When the doorbell rings, Mama Llama welcomes the neighbors – the Gnus. While Mama and Nelly have tea, their two toddlers are left with a boxful of toys to play with and …
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
If you're just hopping online again after the break, Berkley Patch has the scoop on what you need to know.
Welcome back, Berkley and Huntington Woods! Whether you were out of town or simply logged off to enjoy the holidays with friends and family, we're happy to fill you in on what you missed on Berkley Patch over the holidays. The first official day of winter was just three days before Christmas, but true Michigan winter weather didn't show up until yesterday, when blustery winds and icy temperatures blew into the state. The National Weather Service predicts frigid temperatures today in Berkley and Huntington Woods, with a high and low of 18 degrees. Wind chill values could be as low as zero, with winds gusting up to 22 miles an hour, the agency warns. So, don't forget to bundle up before you head out! According to AAA, the average price for …
Monday, January 2, 2012
Despite the rejection of a proposed Woodward Avenue light rail line and a planned regional transit center in Troy, proponents of a regional transportation system remain optimistic.
The story: Light rail proponents began 2011 with high hopes for a Woodward Avenue line that would run from downtown Detroit north to Eight Mile and, potentially, even farther north, connecting the city and suburbs. A proposed regional transit center in Troy would have provided connecting routes throughout the area. By year-end, hopes for both the light-rail line and the transit center had been dashed. In December, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing and Gov. Rick Snyder rejected the light rail plan in favor of a bus rapid transit system that would be less expensive and quicker to implement. And, the Troy City Council voted 4-3 during the same month to end a regional transit center project that was 12 years in …
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Patch looks back on the top high school athletes from in and around the Oakland County.
Oakland County Patch sites were there to cover many of the biggest moments in prep sports in 2011. Here's a list of 10 of the top athletes, based on their incredible performances during the past year. This lists focuses on athletes from schools in Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Clawson, Ferndale, Royal Oak, Troy and West Bloomfield. Agree? Disagree? Tell us the comments. Make sure to check out our list of top 10 high school games this year in Oakland County. Click here for part one and here for part two. West Bloomfield Cross Country; Track and Field Erin Finn was easily the most dominate high school athlete in Michigan this past year. The girls cross country star won the Division 1 state championship this season, nearly set a …
Friday, December 30, 2011
The longtime resident recalls her most memorable moments in office and says she plans to spend her time with family and, of course, volunteering on behalf of the city during her retirement.
The story: Former Berkley Mayor Marilyn Stephan, who was elected in 2005 and before that served on council since 1999, did not file to run in the Nov. 8 election. Former City Councilman Phil O'Dwyer, who ran unopposed, was elected mayor. The update: Stephan, who is expecting another grandchild in March, said she plans to spend her newfound free time doting on family. "I didn't intend to stay this long to begin with," she said with a smile. "I've served the community for 22 years. I think I've done my part." Prior to her career in city government, Stephan taught at Anderson Middle School, Norup International School and Berkley High School. She also served as Berkley Education Association union president for 10 years before her retirement in…
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Here are the top 10 games of 2011, including Ferndale over Berkley in basketball and Avondale topping Andover in soccer to head to the state finals.
Patch covered a lot of high school games in Oakland County this year – from the basketball playoffs in East Lansing to regular season lacrosse to the state football finals at Ford Field. To celebrate the end of 2011, our sports staff put together a list of the top 10 games we've covered this season. This lists focuses on schools from Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Clawson, Ferndale, Royal Oak, Troy and West Bloomfield. Agree? Disagree? Make sure to sound off in the comments and tell us the top games you saw in 2011. We ran the first part of the top 10 list on Tuesday: 10. Berkley tops Ferndale, 71-67 9. Birmingham United beats Grosse Pointe South 8. Royal Oak edges St. Clair Shores Lake Shore, 21-20 7. Clawson tops Macomb Lutheran …
Monday, December 26, 2011
The Berkley Downtown Development Authority will vote in January on whether to spend an estimated $375,000 to replace brick pavers at the corner with concrete and, possibly, stamped concrete in crosswalks.
The story: In June, we reported on a special work session between the Berkley City Council, Downtown Development Authority and Planning Commission where the clay pavers at the 12 Mile Road and Coolidge Highway intersection were discussed. A majority of members representing the three organizations advised City Manager Jane Bais-DiSessa that they'd prefer to see the pavers – which are crumbling and popping out of place in some spots – to be repaired in the short term using bricks and funds the city already has set aside for the corner and replaced in the future with partially stamped concrete. The story received eight comments on Berkley Patch, many expressing disagreement with the original project and a desire to see the intersection …
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