I am excited to be covering local news for Troy Patch and Shelby-Utica Patch.
Most of my experience is in community journalism. Prior to my experience in Troy and Shelby-Utica, I helped launch West Bloomfield Patch and worked as local editor in that township for two years. I have also covered Clawson Patch.
I have a Bachelor's degree in journalism from Oakland University. When I studied there, I also worked as an editor for the independent student newspaper on campus, The Oakland Post.
In my free time, you will most likely find me at a local concert venue, watching hockey, and volunteering. Just not at the same time.
Contact: (248) 622-7994 or tim dot rath at patch dot com.
The season has changed, and so must our Facebook photo. Here is a submission from one of our readers we will use to illustrate the change in season from winter to spring for our Facebook page.
The Spartans and the Wolverines play Friday in the Sweet 16. Tell us where you will watch the game in Troy.
Find out at the new Jahzara Saphir in Oakland Mall.
Man said he was punched by someone while loading lumber into his truck.
Here are some relevant closings for Good Friday and Easter Sunday around town.
The non-profit service organization supporting Troy families dropped the news just in time for its Spring Pasta Dinner in April.
Information on passports, flags, and more will be available.
The work of William Cowger will be on display in Pontiac April 12.
Teens with a temporary drivers permit, or a level 1 or 2 graduated license, will be prohibited from using a cell phone while driving a car under a law that takes effect Thursday.
The weather may be harsh, but this palm tree suggests otherwise.
Would Troy residents benefit from turning them into a parking lot that only allows food trucks to park? How about a school that could convert into a concert venue at night? Share your best ideas (a little silliness is tolerated) with us.
Here's how you can get your questions answered before May 7 special election.
Here's what happened when the representative from Troy paid a visit.
Jeanne M. Stine, who served as Mayor from 1992-2001, worked with Slater when he served as a Troy Police Captain.
Diane Westin's band goes on at 8:30 p.m. this Friday.
Michigan First Lady Sue Snyder was among those speaking at Beaumont Children's Hospital on Monday in Royal Oak in support of a new educational program to benefit families with newborns.
Michigan First Lady Sue Snyder was among those speaking at Beaumont Children's Hospital on Monday in Royal Oak in support of a new educational program to benefit families with newborns.
The lowest prices you'll find around town is $3.71 a gallon, just slightly less than the regional average.
You might be an expert in all that is Troy, but you want to know what's happening on the other side. We hear you!
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