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Mack/Vernier revamp in the works

Courtesy photoBlack mast arms, like the one pictured, will replace traffic signals at the intersection. GROSSE POINTE WOODS — When Wayne County approached Grosse Pointe Woods and asked if there were any joint projects the city may want to work on, city officials jumped at the opportunity to enhance one of its most dangerous intersections:

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Carl Edward Berger

Carl Edward Berger Carl Edward Berger, 93, of Grosse Pointe Woods, died peacefully Thursday, April 28, 2022. Born March 10, 1929, in Detroit, Carl was a graduate of St. John Berchmans School and De La Salle Collegiate High School, and went on to earn a master’s degree in chemistry from the University of Detroit Mercy.

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Arthur Wilhelm Arthur Wilhelm, 87, of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away Friday, April 22, 2022, at Ascension St. John Hospital. He was born April 7, 1935, in Detroit, to Max and Rose (nee Debrowski) Wilhelm, both now deceased. Arthur trained as a die designer, first working at Wilhelm Engineering and ending his career at General

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47th annual flower sale

Photo by Renee LanduytThe 47th annual flower sale takes place May 6-7, in front of city hall. GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Grosse Pointe Woods Beautification Advisory Commission presents its 47th annual flower sale Friday, May 6, and Saturday, May 7, at the Robert E. Novitke Municipal Center. The

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New tot lot coming to town

The plans for the tot lot at Chene-Trombly Park include engaging educational panels, playground equipment, fossil digs and log crawl tunnels. GROSSE POINTE WOODS — After initial plans for Chene-Trombly Park’s renovation were discussed at a committee of the whole meeting in October 2021, the Grosse Pointe Woods Foundation has taken on the task of

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Trees memorialize loved ones

Photo by Renee LanduytJeanne Kowalske, Christie Scoggin and Rick Brown hold their certificates for the trees they dedicated for their loved ones. GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The Grosse Pointe Woods community gathered Wednesday, April 6, for an evening of memorializing loved ones through the dedication of six trees to be planted throughout the community. The

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Diseased trees to be replaced

Photo by Renee LanduytTwo Colorado blue spruce pines, riddled with disease, were approved for removal by city council at a meeting Monday. They will be replaced by two 12- to 14-foot Norway spruce pines. GROSSE POINTE WOODS — As residents drive up and down Mack, they’ll notice two Colorado blue spruce pine trees gracing the

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Library dropbox going in at city hall

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Approved at a city council meeting Monday, March 21, Grosse Pointe Woods residents soon will be able to return all Grosse Pointe Public Library books via a dropbox to be installed at the city’s municipal center. “Grosse Pointe Shores and Grosse Pointe Park have already put boxes at their municipal sites,”

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Pride of the Pointes

Nate Stiyer, a Grosse Pointe South High School graduate and freshman at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, was named to the College of Engineering fall 2021 Dean’s Honor List. *** Adrian Martinelli of Grosse Pointe Farms was named to the 2021 fall Dean’s List at Endicott College. Martinelli plays on the men’s ice hockey team. *** Audrey Leo of the […]

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Frank David Bradley

Frank David Bradley, 85, died Monday, Feb. 28, 2022, in Grosse Pointe Woods. He was born June 22, 1936, in Detroit, to Joseph and Francis (nee Rakowsky) Bradley, both now deceased. Frank married Ann Rahaim on Sept. 13, 1964. He was employed as a specifications analyst for Chrysler Corp., and retired after 34 years of devoted service. He will be […]

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Team Jake toy drive an overwhelming success

The third annual Team Jake toy drive took off Dec. 31, and was expected to last until Jan. 20; however, the drive was extended until Feb. 6, to accommodate the outpouring of community support, said Amy Pennar, of Grosse Pointe Woods. The toy drive took place in honor of her son, Jake Pennar, who at age 9 lost his battle […]

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Roy Levy Williams, Former Auto Executive Who Worked For 3 Michigan Governors, Dies At 83

Roy Levy Williams, a former auto executive who also worked for three Michigan governors, has died at his suburban Detroit home. He was 83.

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Bulldogs returned five days later

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Five days after two English bulldogs, Luna and Oreo, were stolen from their Grosse Pointe Woods front lawn in the 2000 block of Stanhope Friday, Feb. 4, they were reunited with their family of six, bringing the Hamilton household back to a full occupancy of eight. “My babies are back!” Melissa Hamilton, owner of the dogs, […]

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Greek traditional with a modern take

With its third location opening at 20871 Mack in Grosse Pointe Woods in December 2021, the owners of Estia Greek Street Food are spreading the love of their childhood food favorites with a hint of more modern elements. “‘Estia’ means ‘hearth,’” owner Nina Rochelle said. “Back in the ancient times, the hearth was the center of the home where people […]

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Woods clerk resigns, search begins

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Following the resignation of former Grosse Pointe Woods City Clerk Lisa Hathaway, the city has announced the beginning of its search to fill the position, something it hasn’t had to do in more than 25 years. Hathaway’s resignation comes after a motion was made by Councilman Todd McConnaghy at a council meeting Monday, Dec. 20, to […]

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English bulldogs missing

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Two English bulldogs, each just six months old, were reported missing from their home in the 2000 block of Stanhope Saturday, Feb. 5. According to the police report, owner Melissa Hamilton believed the dogs, named Luna and Oreo, were inside the Stanhope home when she left around 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4. Six hours later, she […]

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Pride of the Pointes

The following students recently earned degrees from Miami University: McKenna McGraw, Halle Mogk and Andrew Sharp of Grosse Pointe Park; Caroline Calcaterra, Patrick Bourke and Charlie Yoo of the City of Grosse Pointe; Brandon Johnston of Grosse Pointe Shores; Michael Lesha of Grosse Pointe Woods; and Carmella Bate, Angelo Pendolino and Ellie Birgbauer of Grosse Pointe Farms. *** Matthew Orsi, […]

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2 English bulldog puppies stolen from front yard in Grosse Pointe Woods

Two English bulldog puppies were stolen from a resident’s front yard in Grosse Pointe Woods last week.

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Little League to livestream games

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, SHORES — T-Mobile, the official partner of Little League, launched a program in partnership with GoDog Sports that allows select Little Leagues nationwide to livestream games free of charge. With Woods council approval Monday, Jan. 24, the Grosse Pointe Woods-Shores Little League became one of these select leagues — and the first in Michigan — that will […]

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Dispatchers get pay rate hike

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Grosse Pointe Woods residents took to Facebook asking if calling the non-emergency public safety line was even an option anymore. After calling the (313) 343-2400 number, they said, they were met with no response. Unfortunately, this is the case due to a shortage of dispatch workers, with low wages making it difficult to recruit new talent. […]

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Regina Coeli Stormes

Regina Coeli Stormes (nee Bartoszewicz), 58, formerly of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, in St. Clair Shores. Regina was born May 17, 1963, in Detroit, to Dr. Leonard and Joan Bartoszewicz, both now deceased. She graduated from Central Michigan University in 1985, then worked as a sales representative for Xerox and EDS. She later became […]

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Hillside Hearth: Fresh baked goods and beyond

When locals walk into Hillside Hearth at 19487 Mack in Grosse Pointe Woods, they'll smell freshly baked bread and pastries. They'll find Pearson Wells and Kevin

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We were pleased to learn last week that Pointes will be united in the same congressional and state House and Senate districts. On the congressional level, the

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'21 Days of Jake' toy drive ends next week

It's been nearly a year since Grosse Pointe Woods 9-year-old Jake Pennar lost his battle with a rare brain tumor. In his honor, his family — parents, Amy and

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2021 in Review: A year of challenges in the Woods

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The Woods faced its fair share of challenges this year. It endured the loss of two members of council, who passed away within months of

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Friends request memorial plaque

After their friend passed away of brain cancer Nov. 14, three Grosse Pointe Woods friends knew they needed to pay homage to the community-loving man. "We wanted

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Estia Greek Street Food opens Grosse Pointe Woods location

Local chain Estia Greek Street Food has opened a third location in metro Detroit. The new restaurant is located at 20871 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe...

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Woods modernizes with website debut

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A project in the works for years, Grosse Pointe Woods officially launched its new municipal website Monday, Nov. 29. The new site replaces

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Hard work pays off

In the 1400 block of Hampton in Grosse Pointe Woods, 9-year-old Connor Eisbrenner and his 7-year-old brother Henry have been raking leaves and doing odd jobs to

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Non-credible threats cause school closures across Metro Detroit

Students from seven different schools have been charged for making threats against schools and or having a weapon in the facility.

Grosse Pointe Woods middle schooler arrested after making threat as joke, police say

A middle school student from Grosse Pointe Woods has been arrested after admitting to making a school threat as a joke, police said.

Woods rewards beautification efforts

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The Grosse Pointe Woods Beautification Commission commemorated residents and businesses alike for their efforts to beautify their

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Emergency 911 text now available to Grosse Pointe Farms residents

Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 30, citizens in the Grosse Pointe communities and Harper Woods will be able to send text messages directly to 911 in case of an emergency.

Schulte named city administrator

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — With current City Administrator Bruce Smith set to retire at the close of the year, city council approved a succession plan Monday, Nov. 8

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This Indian restaurant cooks up its dishes in an authentic tandoori oven

Serving up sauteed rice dishes, curries packed with flavor, and marinated chicken that’s been deliciously char-grilled is basically a family tradition for Syed Mutaher. Michelle Oliver takes us to Dine in the D at the family-owned, Noorjahan Indian Grill.

Letter: About that baby bust …

To the Editor: What explains the continued decline? I would not have a child in GPPSS. Why? No dress code. I see girls walking to GP North in swimsuits, all

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Kristina Gibbons Mulder

Kristina Gibbons Mulder, 49, of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away Monday, Nov. 1, 2021, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. She was born Dec. 24,

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Charter amendments passed

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Two proposed charter amendments accompanied an uncontested city council election in the Woods and passed handily Tuesday, Nov. 2. The

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Woods author sparks inspiration with textbook on selling

Grosse Pointe Woods resident Steve Lorenz has learned quite a bit during his 35-year sales career, including the importance of a sense of humor. Lorenz, who

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Solar panels an eyesore, shingles too expensive

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — As renewable energy becomes ever more popular in today's world, Grosse Pointe Woods is in the process of updating its solar energy system

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Michigan General Election Results for Grosse Pointe Woods on Nov. 2, 2021

Track live election results for Grosse Pointe Woods in the 2021 General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 2.

Our View: Candidate endorsements

Republished as a public service from the Sept. 23 issue of the Grosse Pointe News. While even-numbered years are primarily reserved for partisan elections —

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Council proclaims Oct. 20 as Donnie Cook Day

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A community icon for animal lovers, Donnie Cook, owner of Lou's Pet Shop, has been granted an official day in commemoration of his

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Lochmoor Fights Cancer golf outing raises record $73,154

Following up the success of its first Lochmoor Fights Cancer Caddie Auction, the 2021 Lochmoor Fights Cancer charity golf event raised a record $73,154. All

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Driver tries to rob kids at gunpoint in Harper Woods while they walked back from middle school event

A driver tried to rob two children at gunpoint in Harper Woods while they were walking home from a middle school event, police said.

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Grosse Pointe News

Debra S. Gripton, 67, a resident of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away Monday, Sept. 6, 2021. Debra was born in Bellevue, Ohio, to Louise (nee Bigham) and Daniel

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Foul flag protected

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A flag hung in the doorway of a Littlestone home denounced President Joe Biden using an expletive, with additional words for those who

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Grosse Pointe Symphony returns to the stage

After an 18-month hiatus, the Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra opens its 69th season with a concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17, at Our Lady Star of the Sea

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6-year-old boy finds historic mastodon tooth in Rochester Hills creek

A 6-year-old was out on a walk with his family in September when he made an incredible discovery and found the tooth of a mastodon.

University Liggett School awards Thelma Fox Murray scholarships

Five University Liggett School students have been honored with the Thelma Fox Murray Scholarship for the 2021-22 academic year. This year's recipients, all from

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Detroit Community Sailing Center continues to evolve

Dave Simon of Grosse Pointe Woods and Larry Breskin of Grosse Pointe Park have a goal. The two are on the board of directors for the Detroit Community Sailing

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Woods welcomes new public safety officer

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The newest public safety officer in the Woods was sworn in Wednesday, Sept. 8. PSO Douglas Copple, after seven years with the Taylor

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New business blooms

Bloom Salon & Aesthetics, 20091 Mack, Grosse Pointe Woods, is a full-service salon and medical spa specializing in hair, brows, lashes, nails, massage,

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Stolen tortoises returned to Lou's Pet Shop

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Two baby sulcata tortoises were stolen from a Lou's Pet Shop aquarium tank around 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 15. The tortoises, valued at $169.99

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Tree dedication ceremony remembers loved ones

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — The Tree Commission held its 38th annual Memorial Tree Dedication Ceremony Wednesday, Aug. 4. This year's ceremony celebrated all trees

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Our View: Primaries set November ballots

Voters throughout the Grosse Pointes can look forward to at least some action in the Nov. 2 municipal elections, now that the ballots are set. Every city but

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Grosse Pointe News

Wanda Ciesielski, 101, of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away Sunday, Aug. 1, 2021, while visiting family out of state. She will be laid to rest next to her

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Reginald Warren Moxley

Reginald Warren Moxley, 82, of Grosse Pointe Woods, passed away Monday, Aug. 2, 2021, at Ascension St. John Hospital. He was born March 14, 1939, in Toledo,

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All clear: Eastside Detroit neighborhoods can resume using tap water following discoloration concerns

Residents of Detroit’s Cornerstone Village, East English Village and Morningside neighborhoods can resume using drinking water after flushing their plumbing following an investigation into brown, rusty water coming from taps.

Rusty water investigation in 3 Detroit neighborhoods expands to Grosse Pointe Woods

An investigation into rust-colored water coming out of taps in three Detroit neighborhoods has expanded to include Grosse Pointe Woods.

Tipsters come forward as JoAnn Matouk Romain death case sees renewed interest

It’s been less than a month since Dateline Detroit focused on the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain and the family said people unwilling to talk in the past are starting to come forward.

Police find man who was reported missing in Grosse Pointe Woods safe

Michigan State Police are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing man who was last seen in Grosse Pointe Woods Tuesday morning.

JoAnn Matouk Romain death case: Reward increased to $200,000 for arrest

The daughters of JoAnn Matouk Romain announced Monday they have increased the reward they are offering for information leading to the arrest of the person who killed their mother in 2010.

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Tim Matouk breaks silence 11 years after JoAnn Matouk Romain found dead in Detroit River

It’s been a mystery for 11 years, 55-year-old JoAnn Matouk Romain found dead in the Detroit River 70 days after disappearing following a church service she attended in Grosse Pointe Farms.

Dateline Detroit: Secrets of a Small Town -- new revelations in JoAnn Matouk Romain’s mysterious death

In this Local 4 special report you’ll see the new revelations in JoAnn Matouk Romain’s mysterious death that some firmly believe was murder.

Brag Book: Sophia Salvador

Sophia Salvador is a student at Parcells Middle School excelling in academics, leadership and the arts.

Grosse Pointe Woods family honors 9-year-old boy with toy drive

Jake Pennar was diagnosed with brain cancer, but the 9-year-old hated the word “cancer.” He would only call what was happening his tumor.

Grosse Pointe Woods school embraces unique outdoor learning model amid pandemic

Metro Detroit schools are struggling and scrambling to keep everyone safe after spring break.

Grosse Pointe Woods police investigating suspicious man who approached child

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – A letter was sent out to parents of students at Parcells Middle School regarding a suspicious man who approached a student Thursday. The school said the man was in a white windowless utility van and asked if the child wanted a ride home. The letter sent to parents urges them to review all safety precautions with their children and to urge them to be cautious in any situation that feels uncomfortable or dangerous. “Please be sure that your children know to report any incident immediately to an adult,” the letter concludes. “Our most important priority, like yours, is keeping our students safe.”AdAnyone with information should call the Grosse Pointe Woods Department of Public Safety at 313-343-2400.

Community rallies around Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream in Grosse Pointe Woods

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – In February of 2020 three friends purchased a beloved ice cream shop in Grosse Pointe Woods. A few weeks later everything shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That was just one obstacle that hit the new owners of Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream over last year. The community is stepping up to help them keep the doors open. Watch the video above for the full report.

Metro Detroit student athletes, parents share excitement as winter contact sports resume

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – Michigan high school winter contact sports were allowed to resume beginning Feb. 8, and parents and student athlete are happy to be back in action. “It means the world for her to be able to get back on the ice and play,” said Erin Grom, whose daughter Kiera is a freshman forward on Livonia girls hockey team. Grom can recall when she found out hockey, wrestling, basketball and competitive cheer would be able to resume. According to the Michigan High School Athletic Association, things have been smooth so far. READ: Michigan youth contact sports resume -- here are all the rules, specifics and detailsREAD: Timeline, tournament dates for Michigan high school basketball, hockey, wrestling, cheer

SUV crashes into Grosse Pointe Woods store

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – A black SUV crashed into a wine shop Tuesday night in Grosse Pointe Woods. Officials said that just before 8 p.m., the SUV veered off Mack Avenue, hitting small trees and parking meters before crashing into the front entrance of Merchant’s Fine Wine & Spirits. Irene, who lives nearby, said she stops into the store often and could not believe the damage done to the building. “I heard a bomb (sound) but I didn’t know if it’s in here or next door,” she said. “Everybody loves the store.”Grosse Pointe Woods police are still investigating.

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Have you ever seen a pet store like this?

Many families may want to adopt a pet during the holidays that isn’t a cat or a dog. Lou’s Pet Shop in Grosse Pointe Woods has exotic pets you may never new existed. The store also has outreach programs to educate the community on exotic animals and how to care for them. One of the programs is Lou’s U which will continue to connect with students in the classroom to teach them about nature in 2021. Watch the video to see some of the beautiful pets they have.

Police are looking for a missing Grosse Pointe Woods man

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – Police are looking for a missing Grosse Pointe Woods man who was last seen leaving his parents home at 2184 Sanctuary in Rochester Hills. Ashok Vikraman is described as being 5 feet, 5 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black fleece jacket and blue jeans. Police said he is known to have been suicidal in the past, but mentioned nothing about it before leaving his parents house.

Grosse Pointe restaurant owner speaks out in support of Michigan’s restrictions on indoor dining

New coronavirus restrictions went into effect in Michigan on Nov. 17 that prohibit restaurants and bars from offering indoor dining services through Dec. 8, among other restrictions. The owner of Andiamo, Joe Vicari, wrote a letter calling on Michigan restaurants to defy Gov. Vanessa Gonzalez, owner of Grosse Pointe Woods restaurant Garrido’s Bistro, says she’d rather stay closed than risk spreading the virus by reopening too soon. More: Michigan restaurant owners call for compromise in Lansing amid struggle to stay afloatGov. Officials have not yet indicated whether or not the state’s coronavirus restrictions will be extended beyond Dec. 8.

Metro Detroit man thankful for the gift of life

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – Living donor organ transplants of the kidney and liver have really changed the landscape of organ donation. Instead of having to wait until an organ becomes available and getting sicker and sicker with each passing day, having a living donor allows you to bypass that. The only treatment is to end up having a liver transplant. In time his condition worsened and he was placed on a liver transplant list. One year ago on Nov. 25, 2019 during a 10 hour surgery, Henry Ford Transplant Institute surgeon, Dr. Atsushi Yoshida, a specialist in Transplant Surgery completed the living donor transplant.

Thieves target family’s home after fire in Grosse Pointe Woods

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – Days after a family survived a fire at their Grosse Pointe Woods home, authorities said thieves had stolen items from the property. Ferguson said the family’s safe was stolen with their passports, cash and jewelry inside. Bruce Ferguson’s wife went to the kitchen and smelled smoke. While damaged windows were boarded up, police told them thieves got in through a locked window. The thieves even made their way to the basement where they discovered Bruce Ferguson’s gun collection in a locked room.

Theives target family's home after fire in Grosse Pointe Woods

Theives target family's home after fire in Grosse Pointe WoodsIf you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.

Watch: JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Parts 1-5

Was the 55-year-old’s death a suicide or the work of something more sinister?

JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 5: Banner in the Sky

Scott Burnstein, crime reporter and historianThe family of JoAnn Matouk Romain says it will never give up on finding out what happened to her. Burnstein, an investigative reporter who typically covers mob hits, said the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain captured his curiosity. A FBI spokesperson would only say “they would not confirm or deny a meeting with JoAnn Matouk Romain occurred.”The case into Matouk Romain’s death remains open. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:

JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 5: Very Disturbing and Unresolved

Scott Burnstein, crime reporter and historianThe family of JoAnn Matouk Romain says it will never give up on finding out what happened to her. Burnstein, an investigative reporter who typically covers mob hits, said the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain captured his curiosity. A FBI spokesperson would only say “they would not confirm or deny a meeting with JoAnn Matouk Romain occurred.”The case into Matouk Romain’s death remains open. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:

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Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk Romain

On Jan. 12, 2010, Grosse Pointe Farms police reported Matouk Romain walked out of her evening church service at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church on Lake Shore Road, then walked across the street right into Lake St. Clair and killed herself. It is a mystery that has haunted Grosse Pointe Farms and Grosse Pointe Woods for more than a decade: What happened to mother of three JoAnn Matouk Romain? On Jan. 12, 2010, Grosse Pointe Farms police reported Matouk Romain walked out of her evening church service at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church on Lake Shore Road, then walked across the street right into Lake St. Clair and killed herself. Here’s some Insider info from Karen Drew on producing the series and why she took on this story:Karen Drew and photographer John Pompeo. I have to admit, I have never reported on a story with so many twists and turns as the death of Joann Matouk Romain.

JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 2: Missing When You Are Not Reported Missing

Matouk Romain had been living with her daughters on Morningside Drive at the time. That is when Columbo said the investigation into the disappearance of JoAnn Matouk Romain began. Burnstein, who mainly works on stories and investigations that involve organized crime mob hits, said the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain sparked his curiosity. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:

JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 4: Questionable Police Practices

Matouk Romain’s family doesn’t believe she committed suicide; her children believe something more sinister happened to the mom of three. The first is the idea JoAnn Matouk Romain walked to her death. JoAnn Matouk Romain's ripped purse. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:

JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 3: 'If anything ever happens to me ... '

She didn’t know what, she just knew something was going to happen.” Michelle Romain, JoAnn Matouk Romain's daughterTen years and counting and the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain remains a mystery. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. The family said Matouk Romain shared her fears of her cousin Tim Matouk to others as well. Full Screen 1 / 11 These are images of the area outside St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church where JoAnn Matouk Romain went missing Jan. 12, 2010. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:

JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series Part 1: Secrets of a Small Town

Kellie Romain, JoAnn Matouk Romain's daughterIt is a mystery that has haunted Grosse Pointe Farms and Grosse Pointe Woods for more than a decade: What happened to mother of three JoAnn Matouk Romain? Then there was the word Matouk Romain was paranoid and depressed, and the public seemed to be satisfied with the explanation she committed suicide. JoAnn’s life in Grosse Pointe WoodsJoAnn Matouk Romain was born and raised in Grosse Pointe Woods in her childhood home on Anita Street. Full Screen 1 / 19 JoAnn Matouk Romain with her husband, David Romain, and their three children Michell, Michael and Kellie. JoAnn Matouk Romain mystery series -- watch here:Read more here: Karen Drew: Why I decided to cover mysterious death of JoAnn Matouk RomainResources:

July 2014: New witness drops bombshell in JoAnn Matouk Romain death investigation

GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich. – There is a new, surprising development in the investigation into the 2010 death of a Grosse Pointe Woods woman. According to documents filed in federal court, attorneys representing the family of JoAnn Matouk Ramain revealed a new witness has come forward. The witness, Paul Hawk, has sworn under oath that he saw Timothy Matouk with JoAnn near the water the night she went missing. JoAnn Matouk Romain was last seen Jan. 12, 2010, at a prayer service at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church in Grosse Pointe Farms. Timothy Matouk is JoAnn's cousin.

Popular Halloween attraction in Grosse Pointe Farms closes due to storm damages

GROSSE POINTE FARMS, Mich. – A popular haunted house in Grosse Pointe Farms was hit with a double whammy this year -- in addition to coronavirus complicating things, a summer storm did serious damage to the property. Just not the ones they got early this summer when a storm blew through, uprooted a tree and sent it it crashing in the Williams' house and the attractions for this year’s Haunted Garage. Each year the proceeds from the garage go to Grosse Pointe schools, where Williams was a gym teacher. Williams didn’t want to give away the plans for next year other than he’ll have a big new attraction coming for 2021. More information can be found on the Haunted Garage Production website here.

Memorial service honors Michigan residents killed in 9/11 attacks

WAYNE COUNTY, Mich. – Friday marks 19 years since the coordinated attacks on the World Trade Center buildings in New York City on September 11, 2001. READ: Nearly 2 decades later, experts are still working to identify remains of 9/11 victimsA memorial service was held in Wayne County to pay respect to Michigan residents who were killed in the attacks. It was held at the War Memorial, a home donated by the Alger family back in the 1940′s. David Alger was a Mutual Fund Manager who died 19 years ago in his office at the World Trade Center. At the memorial service they read the names of the 19 Michigan residents who died.

Parents rally for face-to-face learning in Grosse Pointe

GROSSE POINTE, Mich. Dozens of parents gathered Sunday to protest the Grosse Pointe Public School systems back-to-school plan. The district made the decision to have all students start with remote learning. While parents of Detroit students have protested against in-person school classes, Grosse Pointe parents rallied for the opposite. Grosse Pointe school officials said theyre planning to get back into the classroom when its safe, but that wasnt good enough for parents. While they noted what some parents wanted ultimately, the district said they just didnt feel it was safe to return to class.

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Grosse Pointe Public Schools to begin fully online this fall due to pandemic

GROSSE POINTE, Mich. Another Michigan school district has decided to begin the upcoming school year entirely online amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Grosse Pointe Public School System Superintendent Gary Niehaus announced Friday that the district will start the school year with remote learning only, with a plan to gradually reintroduce students to in-person learning. Officials say a task force developed plans for in-person learning, virtual learning and a hybrid of both options -- which has been required by Michigan Gov. Niehaus said Friday that the districts intention is to transition to a hybrid or traditional in-person learning model, but only once it is safe to do so amid the pandemic. As the district moves to begin the school year fully online, officials say staff will still have access to child care, school buildings and learning materials.

Police investigating after man found dead in Grosse Pointe Woods home

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – Police are investigating a death in Grosse Pointe Woods Saturday. According to authorities, police responded to a home in the 800 block of Lochmoor Boulevard, just west of Morningside Drive, on reports of an unconscious man. Police pronounced the man dead at the scene. The Grosse Pointe Woods Department of Public Safety have not revealed how he died or other details. The investigation is ongoing.

Endangered missing advisory issued for 16-year-old boy in Grosse Pointe Woods

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. Michigan State Police have issued an endangered missing advisory for a 16-year-old boy last seen in Grosse Pointe Woods. Police said Alexander John OHare is believed to have walked away from his home in Grosse Pointe Woods between 3 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Monday. This is in the area of Woods Lane and Morningside Drive in Grosse Pointe Woods. If you have information about his whereabouts, call 911 or the Grosse Pointe Woods Department of Public Safety at 313-343-2400. MORE: Missing in Michigan -- missing persons reports

Grosse Pointe Woods residents work to repair damage after severe storms

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. Severe storms marched across Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, bringing down trees, power lines, damaging homes and leaving thousands without power. READ: Severe storms wreak havoc across Southeast Michigan, leaving thousands without powerIn Grosse Pointe Woods there were seven fires and dozens of wires that had been knocked down because of the storms. At one home, a 100-year-old tree fell and basically caved in the roof of a home. On Thursday morning, the sound from thunder and sirens were replaced by the sound of roaring chainsaws and wood chippers. In some areas wires are still down and thousands are still without power.

Not So Calm After The Storm, June 11, 2020, noon update

Not So Calm After The Storm, June 11, 2020, noon updatePublished: June 11, 2020, 12:18 pmYesterday's storms knocked out power to nearly 400,000 customers, but those storms are thankfully well off to our east, with a cooler, drier air mass moving in. The day ahead will feature partial cloud cover early this morning, followed by mostly sunny skies for the balance of the day. It'll be a windy day, though, with west winds at 15 to 25 mph, with gusts over 30 mph possible. These winds have prompted a Lakeshore Flood Warning for the Harsens Island / Algonac area. Highs today will reach the mid to upper 70s, but even cooler air is headed this way for the weekend.

Severe storms wreak havoc across Southeast Michigan, leaving thousands without power

DETROIT – Thousands of people are without power in Southeast Michigan after severe storms moved through the area on Wednesday. Storm damage in Grosse Pointe Woods on June 10, 2020. (WDIV)Grosse Pointe WoodsSome of the worst damage in the area was in Grosse Pointe Woods, where a home was lifted off of its foundation. Local 4′s Mara MacDonald was in Grosse Pointe Farms to report on the damage there. In Grosse Pointe Woods, Justin Macksound’s home actually shifted when the storm moved through.

With prom canceled, parents make sure seniors still get prom photos

That didn’t happen, but one student found a way to still enjoy a portion of her Senior prom, while not letting her beautiful prom dress go to waste. “You hear about senior prom your whole life,” Isabella Tomlinson said. It’s something definitely happening.”But with a pandemic, a lot of things that were guarantees for Senior Isabella Tomlinson became unknowns. If I got extremely upset, I thought that would be selfish.”Tomlinson is taking all of this in stride, but her parents knew missing out on senior prom was a big deal. “I really wanted to wear my princess dress that I always wanted to wear and it was perfect,” she said.

Celebrate Pi Day in a tasty way!

Well, we enjoy putting a twist on the day and like to celebrate it in a tasty way, with some pies! Charlie Bowman, the owner of Delight Bakery and Café , joined Tati Amare and Jason Carr and shared some of his techniques for creating his pies. Everything at Delight Bakery is made from scratch and they wake up early in the morning to do it! Bowman showed Tati and Jason how to make a blueberry plum pie, and you can learn as well by watching the video above. If you want to visit Delight Bakery and Café, it is located at 21211 Mack Ave. in Grosse Pointe Woods.

PTO treasurer in Grosse Pointe Woods under fire over use of parent donation money

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – The treasurer of a parent-teacher organization at an elementary school in Grosse Pointe Woods is under fire after officials discovered parent donation money has been used for lavish entertainment. The shade was pulled down and nobody answered the door when Local 4 went to the Grosse Pointe Woods home of the treasurer of the PTO connected to Monteith Elementary School on Cook Road. The treasurer didn’t come to the door to respond to Local 4′s questions, but people in Grosse Pointe Woods want to know what’s going on. All accounts, including PayPal, have been frozen, and this matter has been referred to the Grosse Pointe Woods Public Safety Department.”“That is not good,” resident Bennie Evola said. Grosse Pointe Woods Public Safety has launched an investigation.

PTO treasurer in Grosse Pointe Woods under fire over use of parent donation money

PTO treasurer in Grosse Pointe Woods under fire over use of parent donation moneyPublished: February 21, 2020, 6:08 pmThe treasurer of a parent-teacher organization at an elementary school in Grosse Pointe Woods is under fire after officials discovered parent donation money has been used for lavish entertainment.

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