News across Greater Detroit
Downriver residents call for Wyandotte to switch drinking water source due to pollution near Detroit River intake
Environmental advocates are calling for Wyandotte to switch from its Detroit River intake to the Great Lakes Water Authority system due to contaminated groundwater that flows from a nearby BASF facility. State regulators and the city say the water quality meets standards.
Highlander alumni take to field Saturday for 12th baseball game
Baseball’s hold on Americans is unmistakable. Kids grow up playing the game and debate the merits of their favorite teams well past the end of their playing days. But at Howell, a group of Highlander alumni will once again gather this weekend to renew acquaintances, step into the…
DPW to Collect Storm Damaged Limbs
The Livonia Department of Public Works will conduct a citywide, one-time sweep to provide chipper service for brush and branches following the recent storms.
Beware of Scammers Pretending to Be From the City
Scammers are impersonating City of Livonia departments, commissions, and even City employees. These fraudulent communications may come through phone calls, emails, text messages, or social media and can appear very convincing.
How Michigan attorney general race could reshape utility regulation, ratepayer protection
Michigan's next attorney general will decide whether to continue Dana Nessel's work challenging utilities over rate hikes and environmental issues.
Michigan environmental news: 105,000 without power after overnight storms, more severe weather expected
Overnight storms left over 105,000 Michigan residents without power, with more severe weather expected Thursday. Plus: fall vaccines arrive, Sterling Heights unveils green infrastructure project, and Lincoln Park raises water rates.
Canton Township
Published September 02The Factory To Host Open Houses Once Completed
Once completed, Canton Township will celebrate the opening of The Factory by hosting several open houses. Dates have yet to be determined, but please check back later in September for a possible schedule, if final construction projects go as planned.
Clinton Township Recreation Fall Brochure Now Available
Classes, games, sports, special events, and more! Find something fun for the whole family in this issue of the Clinton Township Recreation Brochure!
CatchLight selects Planet Detroit for grant to report on climate anxiety among Detroit youth
Planet Detroit receives a national grant to report on how climate change and pollution affect the mental health of young Detroiters through Climate Cafés, photography workshops, and youth-led storytelling.
Road Work: Crescent Lake Rd & Watkins Lake Rd.
Beginning September 8th, expect intermittent lane closures and traffic delays on Crescent Lake Rd and Watkins Lake Rd due to preservation overlay road work.
Seeking Member: Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee
Seeking a Waterford resident volunteer to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee. If you love the Nature Center as much as we do, we invite you to bring your ideas, insight, and volunteer spirit to the table!
Canton Township
Published August 26Canton’s Independence Park Unveils New Mural
Local artist Madhurima Ganguly brought a new mural to life in Canton’s Independence Park, featuring an uplifting Poetry Project message that is infused with colorful elements of nature that exude energy and hope.