Environment

On Nov. 5, volunteers planted over two dozen trees at Joy Park in Clinton Township. Red maples, serviceberry trees, black gum trees, red oaks and linden trees were planted.

Published November 22, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Over two dozen trees planted at Clinton Township park

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The “green canopy” has been increased at a local park.

Meat processor to clean water as it leaves plant

Published November 17, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Meat processor to clean water as it leaves plant

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The new owner of a meat processing plant at 20643 Stephens Street, formerly Butcher Boy and now Alexander & Hornung, is looking to rectify pollution the plant has been discharging with its wastewater.

Published November 17, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe City strengthens grease trap ordinance to keep oils, fats from slipping into sewer system

GROSSE POINTE CITY — As part of its ongoing efforts to improve operations of the city’s sewer system, Grosse Pointe City has amended its grease trap ordinance to strengthen it and keep grease out of sewer lines.

Royal Oak residents to receive new 64-gallon refuse carts at no cost

Published November 11, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak residents to receive new 64-gallon refuse carts at no cost

ROYAL OAK — On Oct. 25, the Royal Oak City Commission unanimously approved purchasing new 64-gallon wheeled refuse carts for residential properties at no direct cost.

Published November 11, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Local women support environment with pop-up shop

ST. CLAIR SHORES/EASTPOINTE — Two friends were looking for a change.

Roseville receives Michigan Clean Water grant

Published November 10, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Roseville receives Michigan Clean Water grant

ROSEVILLE — Roseville officials are taking another step toward ensuring the city’s tap water is safe and clean for its residents.

During the plant exchange, residents could trade plants with each other at no cost.

Published November 10, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe Beautification Commission plants beauty in the city

EASTPOINTE — After putting some projects on hold in 2020 and 2021 because of COVID-19, the Eastpointe Beautification Commission is getting busy again.

Published November 9, 2021

Metro

What’s wrong with my maple?

METRO DETROIT — Maybe the maple you anxiously wait to see bud every spring, doze in the shade under all summer and ogle as it explodes in fiery fall colors isn’t its old self this year.

Published November 9, 2021

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Planting for the future

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Standing in the cold rain, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel spoke as multiple organizations and dozens of volunteers descended on Jefferson Spillway Park, where the Clinton River Spillway flows into Lake St. Clair in Harrison Township, to plant more than 50 trees on a cool, gray, rainy day.

Published November 3, 2021

Novi Note

Boil water advisory lifted in Novi

A boil water advisory that began Sunday night for the city of Novi was lifted Wednesday.

Published November 1, 2021

Novi Note

Boil water advisory issued, schools closed in Novi after water main break

The city of Novi has issued a boil water advisory after a water main break Sunday night.

Published October 27, 2021

Metro

Nearby court ruling could uproot local tree ordinances

METRO DETROIT — A recent court ruling in Canton Township could impact tree ordinances around the state, including those in Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills.

Published October 27, 2021

West Bloomfield Beacon

A controlled burn is still on for Jacobs Drain in West Bloomfield, as motion to rescind it fails

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Last April, the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees unanimously approved what is known as a controlled burn for a property located east of Orchard Lake Road and north of 14 Mile Road known as the Jacobs Drain.

St. Clair Shores Beautification Commission tackles purple loosestrife, phragmites

Published September 23, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores Beautification Commission tackles purple loosestrife, phragmites

ST. CLAIR SHORES — An age-old problem is experiencing a resurgence in St. Clair Shores — invasive species choking out native plants and changing the environment for local wildlife.

Published September 22, 2021

Madison - Park News

Volunteers sought for upcoming tree planting at Green Acres Park

HAZEL PARK — A tree planting is coming up in Hazel Park, and volunteers are needed.

LTU showcases eco-friendly companies, green technologies

Published September 8, 2021

Southfield Sun

LTU showcases eco-friendly companies, green technologies

SOUTHFIELD — A recent event by Lawrence Technological University highlighted the opportunities available to businesses through its C3 Accelerator.

Royal Oak Community Garden Club looks to future growth

Published August 27, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak Community Garden Club looks to future growth

ROYAL OAK — A newly formed group called the Royal Oak Community Garden Club is celebrating the success of its pilot plots at First United Methodist Church in downtown Royal Oak.

Published August 25, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Pilot project aims to reduce trash going into Lake St. Clair

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The Macomb County Public Works Office gives a hoot and is working to keep pollution out of Lake St. Clair with a new pilot project at the 11.5 Mile Drain.

Published August 14, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Memorial Tree Program continues in Grosse Pointe Woods

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Residents have found a way to remember their loved ones through the Grosse Pointe Woods Community Tree Commission’s Memorial Tree Program.