People

Published January 26, 2022

C&G Newspapers

Local man authors new book about monks

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Joe Mazzara wants people to have fun when they read his book.

Family of Novi man in Russian prison remains hopeful for early return

Published January 13, 2022

Novi Note

Family of Novi man in Russian prison remains hopeful for early return

NOVI — When Novi resident Paul Whelan made the journey to Russia in December of 2018 for a wedding, he didn’t know it would be years before he could return to the United States.

West Bloomfield School District Superintendent announces retirement

Published January 13, 2022

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield School District Superintendent announces retirement

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A career in education that has spanned more than 48 years is set to end next summer, as West Bloomfield School District Superintendent Gerald D. Hill announced that he will be retiring June 30.

Published January 13, 2022

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe Woods community supporter being remembered for his generosity

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A Grosse Pointe Woods man’s generosity is being remembered in a fitting way.

Published January 12, 2022

Shelby - Utica News

UCS sophomore performs in Rose Parade on New Year’s Day

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — A Utica Community Schools sophomore was selected to perform in the Rose Parade in Pasadena, California, on New Year’s Day with the Salvation Army Marching Band.

Published January 12, 2022

Warren Weekly

Tower graduate makes a comeback after brain injury

WARREN — In the 1990s, Kara L. Swanson was living the life she had worked so hard to achieve.

Published January 12, 2022

Shelby - Utica News

Local seventh grader wins national auto racing event in Las Vegas

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Romeo Middle School seventh grader Austin Kryta, of Shelby Township, traveled to Las Vegas along with more than 300 of the best quarter midget drivers in the country, where they gathered to compete in the Silver State Winter Nationals.

Published January 11, 2022

Grosse Pointe Times

Recently retired Grosse Pointe Farms Public Safety director reflects on more than 40-year career

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Daniel “Dan” Jensen, 66, retired Dec. 31 after almost 44 years in the Public Safety Department, which he ran since June 1, 2006.

Published January 11, 2022

Metro

Event will honor radio disc jockey John O’Leary

METRO DETROIT — Local radio disc jockeys, music fans and musicians will gather Jan. 30 at the Token Lounge in Westland to remember their dear friend John O’Leary.

Troy native Peter Hao was recently named one of Forbes 30 Under 30 for his work in the health care industry helping communication between China and the rest of the world during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published December 21, 2021

Troy Times

Troy native one of Forbes Magazine’s ‘30 Under 30’

TROY — A Troy native has been named one of Forbes Magazine’s coveted “30 Under 30” for 2021.

Eastpointe resident loses 103 pounds in TOPS

Published December 21, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe resident loses 103 pounds in TOPS

EASTPOINTE — Coleen Dwojakowski has struggled with her weight since she was a teenager.

Published December 21, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Assistant library director closes the book after 36-year career

GROSSE POINTES — Peggy Kitchel was uniquely suited for a career in library work.

Published December 19, 2021

West Bloomfield Beacon

Orchard Lake resident shares battle with movement disorder

ORCHARD LAKE — For approximately eight years, Orchard Lake resident Shari Finsilver kept a secret from her family.

Published December 11, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Longest-serving Farms mayor left lasting impact on his lifelong hometown

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — When a new Grosse Pointe Farms City Council was sworn in last month, one longtime familiar face wasn’t at the table.

Published December 10, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Retired Farms lieutenant was a ‘true leader’ who merged skill with compassion

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — What child doesn’t dream about being the hero, slaying the dragon and saving the village?

Since September, Macomb Township’s Stefano Garrisi has been going around Macomb County and beyond, visiting restaurants for his show The Food Funatic. He is seen here at Paulee’s Restaurant in Macomb Township.

Published December 9, 2021

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township man creates show highlighting restaurants

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Stefano Garrisi asked himself how he could entertain folks and highlight local restaurants.

Published December 8, 2021

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Former Clinton Township trustee, treasurer remembered

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — He’s been described as a good person who loved his community. Robert Steiner died Nov. 15 at the age of 91.

Published December 8, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe administrator recognized with MAME award

EASTPOINTE — An Eastpointe Community Schools administrator has been recognized for her dedication to the district.

UCS eighth grader wins international karate competition

Published December 8, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

UCS eighth grader wins international karate competition

UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Bemis Junior High eighth grader Dania Crnkic has developed a love for the sport of karate after practicing it for more than four years and winning first place in October in continuous sparring at the World Karate Commission’s World Championships.

Published December 8, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Longtime Shelby Township nature enthusiast passes away

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Experiences with a longtime Shelby Township nature enthusiast will always be in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her during her lifetime.