Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Published October 23, 2020

Local artist creates maze to break world record

ROSEVILLE — A Roseville native returned to her old stomping grounds to achieve a world record for the largest drawn maze.

Published October 23, 2020

Roseville City Council approves medical marijuana zoning ordinances

ROSEVILLE — At its regular meeting Oct. 13, the Roseville City Council approved two zoning ordinance changes regarding the establishment of medical marijuana businesses within the city.

Published October 23, 2020

SERESA dispatcher named Michigan Telecommunicator of the Year

ROSEVILLE — A South East Regional Emergency Services Authority dispatcher recently received an award for 2020 Telecommunicator of the Year.

Published October 23, 2020

Last Call Bar shooting suspect found guilty on all charges

EASTPOINTE — Lenny Whitfield, 48, the suspect in the shootings that took place at the Last Call Bar in Eastpointe Oct. 12, 2019, was found guilty last week on all 11 charges against him, including murder in the first degree.

Published October 23, 2020

Macomb County EMS to begin naloxone ‘leave behind’ program

MACOMB COUNTY — EMS agencies throughout Macomb County are implementing new protocols for paramedics that will enable them to leave behind naloxone with patients and their loved ones following overdoses.

Published October 23, 2020

Roseville police identify owner of dogs involved in attack

ROSEVILLE — On Oct. 22, the Roseville Criminal Investigations Division announced that it had identified the owner of the dogs involved in an attack on a 45-year-old Roseville woman and her dog.

An area political scientist believes that Macomb County has a history of swinging between Democratic and Republican candidates, and as a result, becomes a key Michigan county when presidential candidates need to persuade voters.

Published October 23, 2020

Officials discuss Macomb County, presidential election

MACOMB COUNTY — What do people think about how Macomb County will fare when it comes to the presidential election?

Published October 23, 2020

Macomb County offers last round of business grants with federal dollars

MACOMB COUNTY — There is a final call to Macomb County businesses of all sizes: Seize the opportunity to apply for grants while money is still available.

Published October 23, 2020

Macomb County’s new public defender aims to provide indigent services

MACOMB COUNTY — Thomas J. Tomko is Macomb County’s new public defender.

Published October 22, 2020

Operation Blue Santa to make Christmas bright for local children

METRO DETROIT — Because police officers are often the first to see the impoverished situations some children live in, officers who worked with the late Collin Rose are trying to bring cheer, charity and kindness to less fortunate children this holiday season.

Published October 21, 2020

Altercation at basketball court ends with fatal shooting

ROSEVILLE — The Roseville Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that took place Oct. 20 at Basketball City on Eastland Street, near Groesbeck Highway and 12 Mile Road.

Published October 21, 2020

Family transforms Pontiac GTO into a winner

ROCHESTER HILLS — In 2003, Rochester Hills resident Mary Jane Pasko entered a contest at the local Farmer Jack grocery store.

Published October 20, 2020

State launches new weekly data on COVID-19 school outbreaks

METRO DETROIT — As students begin to transition to in-person learning, Michigan families can now see if there are COVID-19 outbreaks within their schools, colleges and universities.

Published October 20, 2020

Don’t let isolation lead to stagnation

METRO DETROIT — Many of us, fortunately, have been able to avoid contracting the dangerous COVID-19 virus.

Published October 20, 2020

Summer to fall transition is ideal time for closet makeover

METRO DETROIT — The leaves are turning colors and falling, pools are closed for the season, and we are still in a global pandemic.

Published October 20, 2020

Social media serves as saving grace for seniors in COVID era

METRO DETROIT — The list of essential items needed to get through the COVID-19 pandemic goes well beyond personal protection equipment.

Police are investigating whether any crimes took place when Warren City Councilman Eddie Kabacinski reportedly handcuffed counter demonstrator while rallying in support of President Donald Trump.

Published October 19, 2020

Police investigate after Warren councilman allegedly handcuffed Trump rally protester

EASTPOINTE/WARREN — Warren City Councilman Eddie Kabacinski has reportedly been involved in an incident with an apparent counter demonstrator while rallying in support of President Donald Trump.

Published October 16, 2020

Roseville councilman charged with drug offenses

ROSEVILLE — Charges were filed Oct. 13 against Roseville City Councilman Charles Frontera in relation to a police action that took place at his home Feb. 20.

Nicole Adkins and her children, Jordin, right, and Shane, left, attend the first Eastpointe Odd Fellows trunk-or-treat event in 2019. They will be returning for the organization’s celebration this year as well.

Published October 16, 2020

Kids can get candy at Eastpointe Odd Fellows trunk-or-treat

EASTPOINTE — Although many trick-or-treating opportunities are canceled this year due to COVID-19, the Eastpointe Odd Fellows chapter is still offering its trunk-or-treating event on Saturday, Oct. 24.

Published October 16, 2020

Man arrested after allegedly abducting woman in Eastpointe

EASTPOINTE — A suspect is in custody and has been charged with carjacking and unlawful imprisonment following a tense confrontation with Eastpointe police officers.