Monthly Archives: May 2009

Paying the piper: Streetscape edition

Some Downtown Farmington business owners were surprised this week with the news that the streetscape project will make yet another dent in their wallets. Imagine that you’ve supported a public construction project whose plans have always been presented showing flower beds and … Continue reading

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Wood Creek parents protest tonight

This came via e-mail from a friend, who says  WDIV Channel 4, WXYZ Channel 7and WJBK Fox 2 are all planning to cover the meeting: This note is to alert you to a large-scale demonstration that will be held at … Continue reading

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Memorial Day 2009

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Memorial Day notes

Not even a streetscape could get in the way of Farmington’s Memorial Day parade, which will wind its way through construction on Grand River at 10 a.m., as usual, on Monday. One unfortunate casualty: Farmington Bakery will be closed on … Continue reading

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Tomatoes Apizza in FH gets national honor

Congratulations to Tomatoes Apizza in Farmington Hills, for creating one of the 25 best American pizzas, according to Alan Richman of GQ magazine. Their pepperoni classic got high marks on all points, from the crust to the thin slices of … Continue reading

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