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Pope skips Good Friday event to preserve health ahead of Easter, Vatican says
Read full article: Pope skips Good Friday event to preserve health ahead of Easter, Vatican saysThe Vatican says Pope Francis has skipped the traditional Good Friday procession at Rome’s Colosseum to protect his health, adding to concerns about his frail condition during a particularly busy liturgical period.
Sunny skies expected for Good Friday, but rain could ensue Easter weekend in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Sunny skies expected for Good Friday, but rain could ensue Easter weekend in Metro DetroitSunny skies are expected for Good Friday, with a high of 52. It’s not as breezy with winds WNW 5-10mph.
Black pastors see popular Easter services as an opportunity to rebuild in-person worship attendance
Read full article: Black pastors see popular Easter services as an opportunity to rebuild in-person worship attendanceAs Black Protestants prepare for Easter this year, they hope to welcome more people to church than since the COVID-19 pandemic began four years ago.
Comedian Jo Koy is picked to host the Golden Globes as award season kicks off
Read full article: Comedian Jo Koy is picked to host the Golden Globes as award season kicks offComedian and actor Jo Koy has been tapped to host the Golden Globes, picked by producers for his “infectious energy and relatable humor.”.
Easter 2023: What stores will be open, closed on Easter Sunday, April 9, in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Easter 2023: What stores will be open, closed on Easter Sunday, April 9, in Metro DetroitEaster Sunday is right around the corner, and many businesses will be observing the holiday this year by being closed for the day.
Easter Sunday services bring hope as conflict continues around the world
Read full article: Easter Sunday services bring hope as conflict continues around the worldWith so much going on in the world right now, many Detroiters attending church services on Easter Sunday say they are reflecting and hopeful.
Metro Detroit weather: Flurries, sprinkles possible north Saturday evening
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Flurries, sprinkles possible north Saturday eveningSaturday evening will be cloudier and will become chillier. A few rain drops and snowflakes are possible mainly north of the city and in the thumb. It becomes colder Saturday night and for sunrise services for Easter.
In Easter speech, pope calls wars in pandemic 'scandalous'
Read full article: In Easter speech, pope calls wars in pandemic 'scandalous'Pope Francis has used his traditional Easter address to denounce as “scandalous” that warfare continues to rage and military arsenals are fattened around the world as the coronavirus pandemic causes social and economic suffering.
The Latest: Lockdown extended for metro Manila, surroundings
Read full article: The Latest: Lockdown extended for metro Manila, surroundingsThe Philippine government extended a lockdown by another week Monday after an alarming spike in coronavirus infections continued to surge and started to overwhelm many hospitals in the capital and outlying regions.
Europe ramps up vaccinations as virus haunts Easter holidays
Read full article: Europe ramps up vaccinations as virus haunts Easter holidaysThousands of people around France are spending the Easter holiday lining up for COVID-19 shots as the government tries to speed up vaccinations amid a new surge of infections.
Metro Detroit churches prepare to welcome Easter crowds amid COVID pandemic
Read full article: Metro Detroit churches prepare to welcome Easter crowds amid COVID pandemic“This pandemic has caused us to do things totally different,” Bishop Ellis said. “I think we’ve done a great job at Greater Grace Temple.”
Nightside Report April 3, 2021: Nearly 40 COVID testing sites to open, Metro Detroit police K-9 unexpectedly dies, mild Easter forecast
Read full article: Nightside Report April 3, 2021: Nearly 40 COVID testing sites to open, Metro Detroit police K-9 unexpectedly dies, mild Easter forecastHere are tonight’s top stories
Easter Sunday: List of stores closing or staying open
Read full article: Easter Sunday: List of stores closing or staying openEggs, candy and bunnies are traditionally all part of America's Easter holiday. There is a list of stores that plan to be closed on Easter Sunday this year. That’s April 4. Many larger grocery stores, pharmacies and retailers are planning to give employees time off this time around. Here’s the list of stores that plan to be open on Easter, per RetailMenot.
Kroger stores adjust pharmacy, Easter hours amid pandemic
Read full article: Kroger stores adjust pharmacy, Easter hours amid pandemicNOVI, Mich. – Kroger announced Tuesday that Michigan stores are adjusting their pharmacy hours amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Pharmacies will reduce operating hours in an effort to encourage customers to consolidate shopping trips and take advantage of Kroger’s pick up and delivery services, officials said. Beginning Wednesday, Kroger pharmacy locations will now be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. “An adjustment in hours will provide our associates more time to rest and be with their families.”Michigan Kroger stores are also offering certain hours of shopping dedicated to at risk communities. Senior shoppers, expectant mothers, first responders and those with compromised immune systems can shop from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.