We know you've been busy, but it's time to catch up. Here's a look at five stories on Ferndale Patch over the past week. Click on the title to see the full story.

1. Community Mourns Loss of Ferndale DPW Crew Leader
   Donald Gattes, 49, of Ferndale, died Sunday while leaving work. "He was truly a wonderful person," said City Manager April Lynch.
2. 100-Day Hunger Strike Begins at Ferndale LGBT Center
   "The gay community is under attack in this state," said Affirmations Executive Director David Garcia, who took the first 24-hour hunger strike shift on Monday.
3. Ferndale Espresso Bar Shifts Focus to Specialty Cocktails
   Torino on Nine Mile rolls out new hours and a revamped menu starting this week.
4. Ferndale High School Listed as 'Reward' School on State Report Cards
   John F. Kennedy School is listed as a 'focus' school, meaning it is among the 10 percent of schools with the widest achievement gaps.
5. Now Hiring: Job Openings in Ferndale
   A look at jobs recently posted in the area. This week's listings include jobs with the City of Ferndale and Ferndale Schools.