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Published June 12, 2019

Macomb Township siblings raise estimated $12,000 for homeless project

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A June 1 lemonade sale marked the ninth year that Emily Broadbridge, of Macomb Township, has been involved in National Lemonade Day.

Published June 12, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Yoga becomes a new experience outside the studio

METRO DETROIT — If you’re moving soon, don’t even think about asking Tina Iulianelli or Amy Anderson to help haul your stuff. Their cars’ trunks are filled to the brim with yoga mats, blocks and resistance bands.

Published June 12, 2019

C&G Newspapers

It’s a good time for chimney inspections

METRO DETROIT — The sun and warm days are finally upon us. But that doesn’t mean it’s not time to think about winter. According to local chimney care experts and firefighting professionals, now is the time to get your chimney inspected and thoroughly swept in order to be ready to reignite those logs once the temperatures drop again.

Published June 12, 2019

Rochester Post

Rochester Pollinators Committee formed to save monarch butterflies

ROCHESTER — Each year, millions of monarch butterflies migrate across the U.S., many spending their summers breeding in Michigan before traveling to the mountains of central Mexico for the winter.

Published June 11, 2019

Troy Times

New cluster plan in Troy creates 23 homes, donates 75 acres to land conservancy

TROY — The Troy City Council voted 6-0 to approve a cluster plan for 23 homes on 6 acres next to a planned 75-acre nature preserve, property formerly owned by the Troy School District June 3.

Published June 11, 2019

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township Firefighter walks 140 miles for cancer-fighting funds

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Joe Warne doesn’t just talk the talk, he walks the walk — a rather long walk.

Published June 11, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

‘Run Drugs Out of Town’ anticipated to bring in record crowd

FRASER — As time goes on, more and more people are becoming more comfortable talking about their own battles with substance abuse, and their families show support in solidarity.

Clinton Township Senior Center Garden Club gardeners plant kale seeds May 29. The volunteers meet weekly to help the garden thrive.

Published June 11, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Senior garden club in Clinton Township is labor of love

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Words that adorn a sign at the entrance of the Clinton Township Senior Center Garden read, “We plant, water and sow; love makes it grow.”

Published June 11, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Production of ‘Annie’ pays tribute to Grosse Pointe Theatre’s family

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — When Michael Trudel takes the stage as Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks in Grosse Pointe Theatre’s production of “Annie,” he’ll be giving a nod to his family.

Published June 11, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Groundbreaking marks construction of mini-golf course

GROSSE POINTE WOODS/ST. CLAIR SHORES — After almost four years in the making, there will soon be a new miniature golf course at Lake Front Park for Grosse Pointe Woods residents and their guests to enjoy.

Published June 11, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Mill Park presents Clinton Township with conservation, recreation opportunities

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — An agreement for a parcel of land with limited access is on the verge of being finalized.

Published June 11, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Appraisal event promises to unearth hidden ‘Treasure’

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Is Grandma’s glass bowl a kitschy classic or a source of cash? Is that old painting in the attic a masterpiece masquerading as discount store décor? Get the answers to questions like these during Treasure Uncovered, an appraisal event from 3 to 7 p.m. June 20 at The Helm at the Boll Life Center in Grosse Pointe Farms. Attendees are invited to bring up to three items to be evaluated, at a cost of $7 per item, with proceeds supporting the work of the nonprofit Helm, formerly Services for Older Citizens.

A 1958 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special will be displayed along with other luxury vehicles from the 1950s and 1960s during EyesOn Design.

Published June 11, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

EyesOn Design to take attendees on international vehicle design journey

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — Before it became a famous men’s magazine, did you know that Playboy was actually Playboy Motor Corp.? Cars from the failed automaker — which was in existence from 1947 to 1949 — are among the unique vehicles that will be on view during EyesOn Design, a car show that takes place on Father’s Day — June 16 — from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores.

Published June 11, 2019

Woodward Talk

Berkley’s summer event series to bring concert to park

BERKLEY — Berkley’s slate of summer events is scheduled to kick off this week, and events will continue into August. The Berkley Parks and Recreation Department’s annual SummerFest event series will begin Thursday, June 13, with seven events over the next three months.

Published June 11, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Officials announce changes to Arts, Beats & Eats

ROYAL OAK — Arts, Beats & Eats, the four-day Labor Day festival now in its 22nd year, will return to the heart of downtown Royal Oak Aug. 30-Sept. 2.

Published June 11, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Clawson Police Department names Officer of the Year

CLAWSON — During the May 21 Clawson City Council meeting, Clawson Police Chief Scott Sarvello presented Officer Steven Haley with the 2018 Officer of the Year pin and certificate.

Published June 11, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Beloved local bartender honored at Charles H. Wright Museum

DETROIT — To those who knew him, Jerome Adams, of Eastpointe, was the kind of man who was always there with a smile to give and a hand to lend … and if that hand included one of his refreshing cocktails, it was all the better.

Published June 10, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Lakeview looking to ask voters for bond issue

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Stating that a new bond would address needed improvements without increasing taxes, Lakeview Public Schools has begun the process needed to bring a bond issue before voters in November.

Daniel Ainsworth, of St. Clair Shores, is riding 500 miles to benefit the Children’s Cancer Research Fund through the Great Cycle Challenge USA.

Published June 10, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores man riding to find cures for childhood cancer

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Daniel Ainsworth has pledged to bike at least 500 miles during the month of June while raising money for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund through the fifth annual Great Cycle Challenge USA.

The West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees recently approved changes to the local fireworks ordinance.

Published June 10, 2019

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield officials remind residents about fireworks rules

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Summer is a time of year when fireworks are in heavy use, lighting up the skies in spectacular displays that many find patriotic, but that others find distressing.