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Published February 19, 2021

Warren Weekly

Officials address overtime in Fire Department

WARREN — Overtime pay put a group of firefighters among the city of Warren’s top earners in 2020.

Published February 19, 2021

Warren Weekly

Police seek man who defecated in vehicles outside auto shop

WARREN — When a stranger defecated in a car parked overnight at a Warren auto repair shop in November, it was strange and gross.

Published February 19, 2021

Madison - Park News

Madison Heights police lead human trafficking bust

MADISON HEIGHTS — An investigation started by the Madison Heights Police Department has resulted in charges against two people suspected of running a human trafficking operation that spanned Oakland County and the metro Detroit area.

Published February 19, 2021

Metro

Macomb County businesses sue state officials for damages over closures

MACOMB COUNTY — Samuel Backos said his restaurant, Ernie’s, has been “devastated” by state-ordered closures officials said were put in place to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. He said local restaurant, bar and banquet properties have been left “virtually worthless” and that their employees have suffered through “a very depressing time.”

The West Bloomfield Township Board has imposed a moratorium barring any more medical marijuana grow houses in the township through Aug. 7.

Published February 18, 2021

West Bloomfield Beacon

Some marijuana grow houses causing a stink in West Bloomfield

WEST BLOOMFIELD — With illegal marijuana grow houses raising concerns among some West Bloomfield residents, on Feb. 8 the township board imposed a moratorium against any more medical marijuana grow homes in residential areas by a vote of 6-0.

Police ID suspects in paintball shootings

Published February 18, 2021

Advertiser Times

Harper Woods police ID suspects in paintball shootings

HARPER WOODS — The Harper Woods Department of Public Safety has identified two suspects following three incidents Feb. 9 where paintballs were fired at homes and individuals.

Published February 16, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Troy police investigate homicide outside Belle Tire store

TROY — Troy police are investigating a homicide discovered during the early morning Feb. 15 at the front entrance of Belle Tire, 4966 Rochester Road.

“Nick” Joswiak turned 101 on Feb. 15. A resident at Park Place Heritage Village in Warren, he served in the Marines during World War II.

Published February 15, 2021

Warren Weekly

World War II veteran, Warren resident, turns 101

WARREN — “Nick” Joswiak celebrated more than his second dose of the coronavirus vaccine on Feb. 15. It's also his 101st birthday.

Mount Clemens firefighters stand near the Sunset Manor apartments the afternoon of Feb. 14. Fire Capt. Richard DeCaussin said the 24-unit building is a complete loss and that eight people were injured and transported to the hospital as a result of the fire.

Published February 15, 2021

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Mount Clemens apartment fire leaves residents displaced

MOUNT CLEMENS — At least eight residents of a Mount Clemens apartment complex were taken to the hospital as the result of a single building fire.

Published February 12, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Man in custody following multiple local drugstore robberies

OAKLAND COUNTY — A Flint man has been charged following a string of robberies at pharmacies across Oakland and Genesee counties.

Southfield residential neighborhood Northland Gardens was named one of 12 distinctive places in Michigan listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Ties to Motown stars and the J.L. Hudson Co. are part of what makes this subdivision unique.

Published February 12, 2021

Southfield Sun

Southfield neighborhood named one of 12 distinctive places to live in Michigan

SOUTHFIELD — Once home to legendary singer/songwriter William “Smokey” Robinson and several other Motown stars, Northland Gardens has recently been named one of 12 distinctive places in Michigan listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.

Published February 11, 2021

Sterling Heights Sentry

Sterling police arrest robber at bank

STERLING HEIGHTS — Police said they moved quickly to arrest a man armed with a blade who allegedly robbed a bank Feb. 10.

Published February 11, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak City Commission tasked staff in July with inventorying greenhouse gas emissions in the city to establish a baseline, and on Jan. 25, unanimously approved a resolution committing the city to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 while striving to reach net-zero carbon by 2050.

While mental and physical health are important, GreenPath Financial Wellness believes financial health should also be a topic of discussion for New Year’s resolutions. Visit www.greenpath.com for more information.

Published February 11, 2021

Farmington Press

GreenPath financial expert provides tips for new year

FARMINGTON HILLS — When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, better physical and mental health are among the most common.

Published February 9, 2021

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Birmingham 8 acquired by Emagine

BIRMINGHAM — The historic Birmingham 8 theater in downtown Birmingham will be operated now by entertainment giant Emagine.

Published February 9, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

International crime ring suspected in Grosse Pointe home invasions

GROSSE POINTE PARK/SHORES — An international crime ring said to be responsible for break-ins around the country is believed to have been involved in home invasions in Grosse Pointe Park and Grosse Pointe Shores the evening of Feb. 1.

Published February 8, 2021

Farmington Press

Farmington-area restaurants fighting through COVID-19

FARMINGTON — As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, local restaurants have continued to push through adversity in hopes of gaining some normalcy.

Published February 8, 2021

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Birmingham Restaurant Week gets a boost as restrictions ease

BIRMINGHAM — For the second time during this pandemic, restaurants across Michigan welcomed diners again last week after a months-long indoor dining ban.

Published February 8, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Police: Couple attacked at local movie theater

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Clinton Township Police Department is investigating an alleged attack on a man and woman during an evening movie showing at a local theater.

St. Clair Shores Police helped evacuate residents from an apartment in the 300 block of North Shore Drive after a grease fire Jan. 30.

Published February 5, 2021

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Residents rescued from apartment fire in St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Police officers helped two people escape from a late January apartment fire as firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the blaze.