Photo Highlights of the 68th Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade. Thank you the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce for another successful event. Photos by Michael Dwyer of Rochester Media and The Community Edge. Check out last year’s photo highlights of the 67th Annual Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade for more great memories made in … [Read more...]
Photo Highlights of the 2019 Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade
December 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Hills Public Library Hosts Inaugural Author Fair for Shop Small Saturday
November 23, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Meet Michigan Authors at the Library November 30 Rochester’s literary scene comes alive during Shop Small Saturday’s Author Fair hosted by the Rochester Hills Public Library, in partnership with Rochester Writers, on Saturday November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This literary event offers the opportunity to discover Michigan authors from a variety of genres, including some from the Rochester Area. The inaugural program will feature a mix of traditionally published and self-published … [Read more...]
Ribbon Cutting: Oakridge Dental Center
August 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Held a Ribbon Cutting Welcoming Oakridge Dental Center their New Location in Rochester Hills From routine cleanings and fillings to dental implants, Oakridge Dental Center is equipped to handle all dental needs. Dr. Samer Obeid is a graduate of the School of Dental Medicine at Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts. After dental school, Dr. Obeid continued to serve Boston’s dental community in both private practice and as an instructor at … [Read more...]
Flashback to the 1980s as Rochester Hills Celebrates 35 Years with VIDEO
May 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Mayor Barnett Celebrates Rochester Hills Success and Outlines Bold Plans for the Future Mayor Bryan K. Barnett delivered his totally awesome 80s themed State of the City Address at Rochester Adams High School taking the audience back to the decade of bold colors, style, and iconic music. By combining musical talent with engaging visuals, Rochester Hills has cemented its reputation in the region for delivering the highest-quality interactive State of the City experience to their … [Read more...]
Barnes & Noble Opens New Store Prototype at The Village of Rochester Hills
March 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Hills now has Two Barnes & Noble Bookstores Barnes & Noble, Inc.,the world’s largest retail bookseller, opened a new store prototype at The Village of Rochester Hills (200 N. Adams Road) on March 27. This will be the first new prototype store in Michigan. Local author, columnist, and radio personality, Mitch Albom, was the location's first book signing and author appearance on Wednesday. Albom spoke of how important libraries and bookstores are and how they contain … [Read more...]
Mayor Barnett Touts City’s Preparation for the Future
March 22, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Mayor Highlights Major Investments in Quality of Life at Community Outlook Breakfast Celebrating another year of success in Rochester Hills, Mayor Bryan K. Barnett shared some of the city’s national accomplishments during a 30-minute press conference, followed by joining a panel discussion to over 300 community leaders, business owners and local representatives. This annual Community Outlook Breakfast, hosted by the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce, was once again the platform Mayor … [Read more...]
Celebrating Black History through the Arts
February 20, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Pontiac Creative Art Center Celebrates Black History Month this Saturday with Two Free Events The Pontiac Creative Arts Center (PCAC) invites the public to celebrate Black History Month on Saturday, February 23, with two special events showcasing the talents and works of local African-American storytellers and musicians. The first event brings in author Jean Alicia Elster from 1:00–3:00 p.m. to discuss her award-winning book, The Colored Car. Her book is a coming of age story set in … [Read more...]
Mr. B’s in Downtown Rochester is Closing
January 4, 2019 by 8 Comments
Goodbye to Mr. B's UPDATED: Mr. B's Food & Spirits in Downtown Rochester closed on Saturday, January 5, after being in business for more than 40 years. While the area now has several "Mr. B's," the Rochester location is the original, opened in 1976 by Michael Nash and Marty Tuchman. The other Mr. B's - Royal Oak, Shelby Twp., and Clarkston - will remain open as they have each have different owners. The news broke last weekend on Facebook. A post on the 24th Street Sports … [Read more...]
Photo Highlights of the 2018 Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade
December 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Photo Highlights of the 67th Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade. Thank you the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce for another successful event. Photos by Michael Dwyer of Rochester Media and The Community Edge. Check out last year's photo highlights of the 66th Annual Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade for more great memories made in Downtown Rochester. … [Read more...]
Election Results 2018
November 7, 2018 by Leave a Comment
State of Michigan 2018 Election Results While the "Blue Wave" across the country splashed over the "Red Wall" a bit (typical for a mid-term), it was not as large as predicted. However that wave hit Michigan with a larger impact, sailing a majority of female candidates on the Democratic side of the aisle over the top to win in the state's top elected offices. Gretchen Whitmer will be our next governor, Jocelyn Benson will be our next secretary of state, Dana Nessel will be our next attorney … [Read more...]
