Babysitter Faces Child Abuse, Car Theft Charges After Crashing Vehicle

Sheriff's office: Babysitter left 16-month-old boy unattended in Rochester Hills and took vehicle without permission before drunk-driving accident in Farmington Hills.

Who's Hiring in Oakland Township and Lake Orion?

Pet of the Week: Ella Mae the Hound Dog 'Will Melt Your Heart'

Each week, Patch features a pet in the area in need of a good home.

Share News About Your Favorite Sports Team on Patch

We're looking for parents, players or fans to blog about their favorite fall sports team!

What’s the Going Rate for a Child’s Haircut?

Haircuts are a rite of passage for many kids, but just how much will that trip to the salon or barber cost you?

The Community Embraces Dragon on the Lake

Kidpreneur Workshop @ Novi Public Library

Kidpreneur Workshop @ Northville District Library

Study ranks Michigan Education Savings Program among lowest-cost 529 investment options

Haunted House Season is Near, Win 2 Tickets to Erebus in Pontiac

Tell us about your "secret" fear for a chance to win.

Show Patch Your Back to School Photos

It's easy. And, a great way to show off your child.

Established Pool Supply Stores Available!

New Blended School – Getting Ready to Meet our First Students!

Stay Safe on Labor Day

Michigan conservation officers issue safe boating reminder for Labor Day.

10 Tips to Help Bicyclists, Motorists Safely Share the Road

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Lake Orion Event Aims to Recycle Hard-to-Recycle Items

Welcome to Michigan Virtual School Connections

Is It Really AD/HD? And More in Patch Local Voices

Find out who is posting on Patch and how you can get started.

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Crane Falls Onto Royal Oak Garage, Leaves Truck Suspended in Air for Hours

Plus more must-read stories from around southeast Michigan this week.

11-Year-Old St. Clair Shores Kidnapping Victim Faces Attacker in Court

Plus more police and crime news from around Metro Detroit this week.

Endless Guernsey Chocolate Milk at Michigan State Fair

Plus more ways to celebrate food this weekend in Metro Detroit, and a roundup of area restaurant news.

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Syria Conflict, Labor Day Weekend Travel Boost Gas Prices

The statewide average for unleaded gasoline in Michigan is $3.62 as of Thursday.

Paint Creek Trail Labor Day Bridge Walk and Run

Community Update

Community Update

Drop off the kids, drop in for donuts!

What Are You Doing This Labor Day Weekend?

Wanted this Weekend: Pirates with Peanut Butter

Statewide Online School Receives High Marks From Parents

Michigan Senate Passes Medicaid Expansion Bill

The bill will provide health care for 470,000 additional low-income Michigan residents.

Walmart Contest

Hitting the Road Labor Day Weekend? Check Out These Construction Sites

Traffic restrictions will be lifted on many projects across the state in anticipation of travelers Labor Day weekend.

Lake Orion Races for 'A Mother's Wish' to Support Families Affected by Breast Cancer

The third-annual 5K walk/run and 10K run is scheduled for Sept. 21 at Lake Orion High School.

Push Ups!

Garage Sale

Update on CNG Muscle Car

Schedule Set for Laneway Festival in Rochester Hills

Laneway Festival Detroit comes to Meadow Brook on Sept. 14.

Arts, Beats & Eats: Where to Dine

More than 50 restaurants will provide the eats. Where do we go first?