Publishing Quality Publications for Communities
A quarterly magazine serving the West Bloomfield Community
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Art of Gold
Teen shares her creative passion
Nourished with Love
Temples bless through food banks
Officers Up
Foundation supports its own, community
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Another Chapter
New library director fills big shoes
Mind and Body
PD prioritizes officers’ mental health
Spring to Remember
Community recalls epic 1976 tornado
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West Bloomfield Dispatchers
The Literal First Responders
In the Family
Friendship Circle buys iconic bakery
Boss Up
Resident battles workplace bullying
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Safe Scholars
2020 graduates overcome… 2020
Absentee Nation
Voting from home hits historic highs
Virtual Activity
Parks & Rec offers online alternatives
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West Bloomfield Prevails
Through difficult times, Township stands strong
Breathe In…
GWBCC provides resources for stressed-out parents/kids
Unsung Heroes
Chamber honors everyday people
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Spring Has Sprung
Enjoy nature but keep wildlife wild
Look Sharp
Beauty services for homebound folks
Everyone Play
Rotary building all-abilites playground
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Fanfare for the Firemen
Station 3 opening brings better services
Bah Humbug
‘Tis the season to avoid elder scams
Raise A Glass
Water Department focused on safety
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Class in Session
Fall ushers another WBSD school year
Treasure Trails
Nature thrives for West Bloomfield residents
A Novel Idea
Authors visits on tap for library
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Gold Standard
Maccabi Games a milestone for Jewish youth
Equipped to Learn
DECA program ensures students have tools they need
Helping Hands
Police public service aides here for you
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Food, Fun, Family
Food truck rally benefits youth
A Different Way To Learn
Hands-on STEAM help students succeed
It’s About Time!
Apple Island gets its due
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Winter in WB
Snowshoeing, ice harvesting and more
Steeped in History
Holocaust Memorial Center an unforgettable experience
Full STEAM Ahead
WB Schools focused on the future
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Love The Season
8 ways to enjoy the fall
WB Generosity
Program offers food to hungry students
Hand To Help
Police embrace alternatives to cuffs
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Top of the Arts
Orchard Lake Fine Art Show returns
Senior Strong
A Guide to Senior Life in West Bloomfield
Before It Starts
Prevention officer gets ahead of crime
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Officer On Site
Laker grad returns as School Liaison
For The Kids
Coalition battles youth anxiety
Difference Makers
Michigan Week awards local heroes
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Answering the Call
WBPD crisis team ready to respond
Inward Focus
GWB Community Coalition encourages ‘Mindfulness’
Dance Party
Don’t miss the new Masquerade Ball
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Parenting on the Go!
Online program supports families
Summer Beat
Get into the groove at Marshbank Park concerts
Above and Beyond
‘Offer Rick’ wore many hats for WBPD
Enclosed
2016 Consumer Confidence Water Quality Report
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7 Sure Signs of Spring
Natural West Bloomfield ready to come alive
International Acclaim
Jewish Film Festival to showcase 30 flicks
‘Our Unsung Heroes’
Awards recognize community leaders
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A New Era
Township welcomes new leadership
GWB Community Coalition
Making an impact on local children
Honoring a ‘Second Class Hero’
Special film features local Tuskegee Airman
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Relax and Recharge
WBHS yoga program fights off stress
Celebrating Recycling
Community steps up for the environment
Outrunning Hunger
Charity race feeds families during holidays
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Comfort Zone
Principal Watson grows with WBHS
The Summer Bucket List
West Bloomfield Style
Increased Scrutiny
WBPD pledges to meet expectations
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Outdoors Oasis
7 great ways to enjoy nature this summer
‘Our School History’
Project sparks interest in area schools
First Response
Dispatchers vital to emergency services
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Get Hooked
Sink winter blues with ice fishing
Taking Center Stage
Arts come alive at WB Schools
Michigan Week
Celebration honors community leaders
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Outrunning Hunger
Race helps feed families during holidays
A Passion for Math
Mathnasium helps students excel
‘Tis the Booing Season’
Local author explains Halloween tradition
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Fighting Phragmites
Township targets invasive plants
Avoid the Summer Slide
Keep kids focused on learning
Boating Safety 101
Know the rules out on the waterways
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A New Nature Center
Parks and Rec breaks ground on first outdoor natural play area in Oakland County
Digging Up the Past
Archeologists discover clues about 19th century life on Apple Island
An Artful Affair
Orchard Lake Fine Arts Show ranks among best in nation
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Taking the ‘Plunge’
Frigid Sylvan Lake event raises funds for Special Olympics
Commitment to Conservation
New Parks and Rec director brings love of outdoors to the job
Protect Yourself: ID Theft a Growing Threat
Lt. Curt Lawson provides tips on how to defend yourself
Gateway to Freedom
Former Pontiac Mayor Willie Payne shines light on area’s ties to Underground Railroad
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Cop Talk
Getting to know the WBPD
What is Bubble Soccer?
A fun new spin a classic sport is coming to the West Bloomfield area
Pictures of Resistance
A new WWII exhibit pays tribute to a woman’s epic journey of survival
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New Roundabout
Update on the Northwestern Connector project
Tree Adventure Park
Aerial forest park brings unique brand of excitement to West Bloomfield
Dr. Barry Franklin
Local cardiac rehab specialist leads fight against heart disease advocating exercise, active lifestyles