Week in Review: Hope's Chest Closing, New Amici's Location and More

It was busy this week in Berkley and Huntington Woods, so we'd like to catch you up on what's new in the neighborhood. Here are some of the highlights.

• Classic car enthusiasts who just can't wait for the Woodward Dream Cruise already have started cruising along the the historic corridor in their vintage rides – . Historical Vehicle Association Executive Director Carmel Roberts said members of her group are grumbling about being ticketed for joyriding on Woodward with historical license plates prior to the big event Aug. 20.
• Patrons of the in Berkley can breathe a sigh of relief: . However, retail offices in Ferndale and Detroit are among the approximately 3,700 locations that are being evaluated by the U.S. Postal Service.
• This week, fast-food giant McDonald's announced that beginning in the fall, it will add apple slices and reduce the portion of French fries in its children's meal boxes. So, ? Do you hold fast-food chains responsible for childhood obesity in the United States? What other changes would you like to see? Or, do you disagree with the change?
• , a Berkley favorite known for its fresh gourmet pies and hip martini lounge, , we reported Thursday. Owners Jennifer Stark and Maureen McNamara opened Amici’s Gourmet Pizza To-Go on May 16.
• On Friday, we reported that beloved Berkley boutique soon will be closing its doors, but fans of owner Pamela Primak can take comfort in the fact that she'll be sticking around town. Once Hope's Chest closes — on a yet-to-be-determined date — Primak will take on a role with in Berkley; .

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