Kensington Astronomy at the Beach

A free event for kids of all ages - telescopes, dry ice, 3D glasses, binoculars, planetarium.

Don't Make These Fitness Mistakes

Are you achieving the results you're looking for? Don't risk your health, safety or results because of these fitness myths.

Drive 4 UR School Benefiting Salem High School Athletics is September 17, 2015 11am - 3pm at Blackwell Ford in Plymouth

For each test drive, Ford will donate $20 to the athletic program. Plus, $10 donated for each vehicle inspection at Quick Lane of Plymouth!

Joe Biden to Talk About Economy in Detroit

Vice president’s visit comes as speculation grows that he may run for president and Democratic frontrunner Hillary Clinton sinks in polls.

Michigan Bucket List: Check Them Off Or Die Trying

Do you think all of these things are really a thing?

Tea Party Trysters / Teen Sex Offender / Fake-A-Baby / Socks-Not-Pot / World's Oldest John / Dead Voters: Top Michigan Reads

If you miss a day on Patch, you miss a lot. Here’s a roundup of some the stories that made headlines in the last couple of weeks.

Job Openings Hit Record High: Here Are Thousands of Them

Job seekers, rejoice! Since December 2000, there have never been more job openings than there are right now.

Houdini & Copperfield connection to Plymouth

Read the details of a historic home in Plymouth that has a connection to Harry Houdini and David Copperfield!

Patch Poll: Is After-Labor Day School Start Date Too Late?

This year, school started as late as possible under Michigan’s after-Labor Day start date law. Should this be a matter of local control?

Top Chefs Pick Top Brunch Spots in Metro Detroit: Do You Agree?

Chefs from Birmingham, Troy, Royal Oak and Detroit offer their picks on the best brunch spots in the metro.

Straight Outta Canton And Into Plymouth Township

Supervisor Shannon Price continues to hire friends and political operatives, growing the size and cost of Plymouth Township government.

Touching Story of Surrogate Dad Cops Making Kindergartener's Dream Come True: Watch

Fallen Detroit Police Officer Patrick Hill always put colleagues’ wellbeing first; on the first day of school, they had his son’s back.

Hilltop Golf Course to Host Free "Resident Appreciation Day" Golf

Hilltop Golf Course to Host Free "Resident Appreciation Day" Golf

Is Your Nutrition Cutting It?

Does your diet consist of healthy foods to maintain a healthy lifestyle? Make sure to avoid these foods and activities for ultimate results.

Wayne Prosecutor to Use Share of $7.5 Million Grant to Go After Serial Rapists

Michigan law enforcement agencies received $7.5 million in grants to clear one of the most egregious backlogs of rape kits in the country.

Michigan Lawmakers Out After Bizarre Sex Scandal

Marathon Michigan House session goes into the overnight hours to deal with the Tea Party trysters.

Reality Star Robbed in Detroit; Disagrees With Cops Over Details

Nicole Curtis of "Rehab Addict" and Detroit police offer conflicting reports about what happened Labor Day in a downtown garage.

UPDATED: Republicans Can't Muster Enough Votes for Expulsion

The panel hearing testimony in sex scandal and cover-up has sent a recommendation to the Michigan House of Representatives.

How to Audition in Detroit for Season 11 of 'America's Got Talent'

Hit NBC reality show will audition in Detroit this fall, but here’s what to do if you can’t make it in person.

Kroger Hopes to Fill 1,400 Jobs in SE Michigan with Veterans, Families

The grocer will conduct open job interviews on Sept. 15 at all 128 of its Michigan stores.

Courser Pleads for His Job, Says His 'Heart Is Sincere': Watch the Hearing

Special committee hearing evidence against lawmakers caught in sex scandal could send recommendation for vote by full House Thursday.

'Annoyance' Ordinance Would Require Township Adults Live By Same Rules As Kids

The Malicious Communications Ordinance under consideration in Plymouth Township is an anti-bullying code for adults.

Friday Fish Fry / Free Coffee

Fish Fish For Every One Every Friday Banquet Center for All Events

Kids Who Refused Lunch with Dad Now Living With Him

The children underwent intensive parental alienation therapy ordered by the court.

Several Plymouth-Canton Buses Fail Inspection: Read the Complete List

How safe are the buses transporting your children back and forth to school? See how your district fared in inspections.

Wayne County Cited on Conservative Group's Dead Voters List

Michigan led the nation in Public Interest Legal Foundation list of of counties with more registered voters than living eligible voters.

Michigan Makes All 3 Lists on Best Cities for Sports Fans

Detroit cracks the Top 10 on the big-city list, while Ann Arbor and East Lansing each place first in their categories.

Michigan's First Business Aviation Expo Planned Sept. 25

Breakout sessions will focus on getting started in business aviation and how it can improve profitability, solve travel problems.

State Tip Line Helps Curb Student Suicides, School Violence

Michigan's OK2Say service hopes to make a difference among kids looking to hurt themselves or others.

'Dinosauria' Exhibit Held Over at Detroit Zoo: Watch

If you missed it, you still have a chance to see life-like dinosaur exhibit, originally scheduled to close on Labor Day, at the Detroit Zoo.

Watch Sex Scandal Hearings Live: Attorney Says Courser 'Failed in Spectacular Fashion'

Three days of hearings into the allegations against Reps. Todd Courser and Cindy Gamrat will be live-streamed.

Listen: Local Teen's Big Voice Earns Him a Spot Singing Before U.S. Open

Vocal virtuoso Caleb Carroll will sing before the nationally televised men’s quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Wednesday.

10 Jobs that Don't Require a College Degree Near Plymouth-Canton

The Patch Jobs Board has new listings for jobs that pay well, but don’t require a bachelor’s degree. There are plenty of other jobs, too.

That Was a Hot One: What's Ahead as Kids Head Back to School

If it felt like the hottest day of the year, it almost was. Here’s a look at how long the heat will last.

Black Widow Spider Found in Grapes

Troy woman calls 911 after a black widow spider crawled out of a container of grapes she was rinsing.

Plymouth-Canton Students Back in School: Bus Safety Tips

Follow these tips, whether you’re a motorist encountering school buses, a student riding to school on one, or a parent.

Stop Dreading Exercise: Find the Workout for You with These Guidelines

Tired of the same old workout? Missing day after day at the gym? Follow these guidelines to find the workout for your lifestyle.

Summer-Like Weather Continues Through Labor Day

Be sure to take lots of water with you if you're planning an outdoor activity. Relief from the heat and humidity is in sight.

Don't Fall Victim to Vacation Weight Gain

Over indulging and little physical activity make it almost inevitable you'll gain some pounds on vacation. Follow these tips to avoid this.

Historic Home of Andrew Jackson Lapham

Andrew Lapham owned one of the first successful businesses in Plymouth's Old Village