Sunday, January 20, 2013
Here's 12 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 12 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: $1,000 Bracelet Stolen from My House of Style, Tires Taken From Rental Car Also in this week's police blotter, propane tanks continue to go missing in and around Graefield Road and a block on Humphrey is targeted by "eggers" for the fourth time in months. Birmingham Schools Will Start Locking Front Doors During the Day As part of a short-term plan to beef up security throughout the school district, locked front doors at Birmingham school buildings will soon be manned by security personnel. Birmingham Joins Schools of Choice on Limited Basis In Exchange for State Aid Birmingham Public Schools will open …
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Here's 12 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 12 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Birmingham's Zumba Mexican Grille Closes The small Mexican restaurant on West Maple closed its Birmingham location after opening in June 2011. Kilwins Closes, New Business Already Interested in Downtown Space In addition, Principal Shopping District Director John Heiney said a deal is already in the works for the newly-vacated Zumba Mexican Grille space on Maple. New Report Details Who's Shopping in Birmingham, Complaints About Parking The most-visited business downtown is the Palladium 12 Theater and the amount spent by Birmingham shoppers continues to decline, according to a new market analysis on the …
Sunday, January 6, 2013
Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 10 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Police Arrest Southfield Man in Connection With Birmingham Woman's Overdose Death Richard Patrick Babbie is charged with delivery of heroin causing death in connection with the overdose of Birmingham resident Tawyna Jarvis last summer. Birmingham Police Arrest 2 Drunk Drivers; Troy Man Arrested for Marijuana Possession Also in this week's police blotter, Birmingham police investigate a stolen iPod at the Roeper School. No Charges Filed After Groves Student Sends Threatening Tweet The Oakland County Prosecutor's Office denied an arrest warrant for a Groves student who sent a threatening tweet in late …
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 10 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: No One Injured During Christmas Day House Fire in Birmingham A fire that began in the garage of a home on Kennesaw, in the city's Poppleton Park neighborhood, left one Birmingham family out in the cold on Christmas. Detroit Men Arrested in Birmingham With Car Full of Drugs, Alcohol and Knives, and More Also in this week's police blotter, a couple tries to steal a cart full of Red Bull from CVS and Birmingham police arrest two drunk drivers on Maple and Woodward. After Attempted Break-In and Jewelry Theft, Holiday Thieves Target Chapin Avenue Residents living on Chapin said someone stole jewelry from …
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 10 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Police Respond to Threatening Tweet From Groves Student Police and school officials were alerted Thursday night to a Groves student writing "tweets of a threatening nature" and later took the student into custody. Groves principal says student safety is a top priority. 'We Owe It to Our Children': Birmingham Superintendent Vows to Review Safety Rules Birmingham Schools Superintendent Daniel Nerad says 'we need to feel a sense of shame' about the Newtown shooting, promises review of school safety procedures by end of January. Report Shows Achievement Gap Among Birmingham Minority, Special Education …
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Here's 12 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 12 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Birmingham Schools to Increase Security Monday After Connecticut Shooting Superintendent Daniel Nerad said all measures are preventative and no threats have been made against the district. In addition, Nerad said the district will review all safety policies and procedures. Woman Driving Wrong Way Nabbed for Drunk Driving, Decorative Fence 'Decapitated' Three women are arrested for drunk driving on Woodward this week. Meanwhile, an iPhone is stolen from Peabody's Restaurant. Two Injured in Wrong-Way Crash on Woodward Avenue Wednesday Police said they suspect alcohol was a factor in the evening crash that …
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 10 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Birmingham Has the Priciest Housing Market in Michigan, Report Says Birmingham is ranked No. 1 among the state's most expensive communities in Coldwell Banker's latest Home Listing Report. Linda Hatfield Named 2012 Birmingham-Bloomfield Business Person of the Year Hatfield, an executive from the Birmingham-Bloomfield Credit Union, received the award during the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber's annual meeting. Shoppers Can Valet Park During Magic of Birmingham This Year Downtown Birmingham retailers will also be giving away everything from gift certificates to jewelry during the city's sixth annual shopping…
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 10 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Christmas Trees Stolen From Plant Station, Drunk Driver Arrested Near Roeper School Also in this week's police blotter: A man makes off with six packs of 5-Hour Energy drinks from Kroger, and a scooter and lawn equipment are stolen from area garages. Birmingham School Board Formally Opposes State Education Overhaul School board resolution echoes comments at Royal Oak informational meeting with Oakland Schools Superintendent Vickie Markavitch. Letter to the Editor: State Education Legislation is 'Bad for Birmingham' Birmingham Board of Education argues house bills 6004, 5923 and state bill 1358 "create a …
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Here's 12 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 12 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Oh Christmas Tree: Birmingham Welcomes the Holiday Season Officials from Birmingham and Metro Detroit — as well as Santa himself — rang in the holiday season Wednesday night in Shain Park. Your Guide to the 2012 Holiday Season in Metro Detroit Looking for some holiday cheer within an hour's drive? We've got lights, Santas, parades and more happing in the greater Detroit area. Police: Man Stuffs a Dress Down His Pants at Complex, Arrested for Retail Fraud Also in this week's police blotter, a Warren woman is arrested for drunk driving while a man pulled over on Southfield is discovered with marijuana. No …
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Birmingham Patch this week.
Are you spending your Sunday catching up with last week's news? Here's the top 10 stories you may have missed about Birmingham this week: Derby Parents Sue Birmingham Schools Over Overcharged Fees Parents were asked to pay for student planners, locks and gym uniforms this year. According to the lawsuit, however, that violates the Michigan Constitution. 2011 Crime Data: Thefts Higher, Violent Crime Lower in Birmingham The FBI's Crime in the United States report shows more than 430 crimes were reported in Birmingham in 2011, up from 2010. Birmingham's Newest Steakhouse Moves Closer to Approval On Wednesday, the Birmingham Planning Board passed along plans for the Stoney River Steakhouse, which is looking to replace Max & Erma's. Birmingham …
R Jeppostol
10:49 am on Sunday, November 18, 2012
And, though not directly under the police and fire category, the loss of hostess brands is a tragedy that will have a tremendous impact in the law enforcement community. more ›