Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Published February 17, 2020

Funds allocated for water main fixes and road resurfacing in Fraser

FRASER — On Jan. 27, Fraser City Council approved a pair of water main projects and shored up plans in regard to a local road long in need of repairs.

Best-selling author Jessica Lahey will be the keynote speaker at CARE’s annual parenting conference March 7.

Published February 17, 2020

CARE celebrates 25th annual parenting conference in Clinton Township

FRASER/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — CARE of Southeastern Michigan will put on its 25th annual parenting conference from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at the Macomb Intermediate School District building, 44001 Garfield Road in Clinton Township.

Published February 17, 2020

Lutz principal recognized for dedication to students

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — John Nader changes lives every day as principal of the Lutz School for Work Experience. A student’s mother recently wanted him to know the difference he’s made in her son’s life.

Published February 14, 2020

DIA making presentations about upcoming millage renewal vote

METRO DETROIT — The Detroit Institute of Arts is out in the community trying to raise awareness of the millage that has been helping support the museum since 2012.

Published February 14, 2020

Exhibition spotlights the highs and lows of Orchestra Hall’s history

DETROIT — It’s renowned for its remarkable acoustics and as the home of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, but Orchestra Hall very nearly met with the wrecking ball in the 1970s.

Dispatch centers, such as the Southeast Regional Emergency Services Authority, pictured, are using the Smart911 system. Smart911 allows users to submit additional information to first responders, who can access the information during emergencies.

Published February 14, 2020

First responders urge residents to subscribe to Smart 911 service

METRO DETROIT — Local first responders are trying to get the word out about Smart911, a new service that allows police and fire departments to access details selected by the caller in the event of an emergency.

Published February 14, 2020

Turning Point offers help to those in crisis

MACOMB COUNTY — With February being Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Turning Point shelter and aid organization based in Mount Clemens is getting the word out that help is available for those in abusive situations.

Published February 14, 2020

Municipal bonds save ratepayers $1 million more than estimated

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb County Public Works Office recently saved Macomb County sewer service ratepayers about $4.6 million — or about $1 million more than initially estimated — after refinancing municipal bonds.

Published February 14, 2020

Sheriff’s Office warns of scam

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb County Sheriff’s Office is asking that anyone who receives a suspicious communication claiming to be from the Sheriff’s Office stop by and speak with someone in person at the Sheriff’s Office following a couple of scams.

Published February 13, 2020

Friday 5 Feb. 14-16

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published February 11, 2020

Experts offer tips to stay on top of New Year’s resolutions

METRO DETROIT — January is gone, and we’re now into the nitty-gritty of New Year’s resolutions. While some people may be finding it easy to keep up with their goals this year, others undoubtedly may be feeling the stress of staying the course or may have already fallen off course.

Published February 11, 2020

Friends of the Rouge promote master rain gardener program

METRO DETROIT — Heavier amounts of rainfall in the past few years are making springs in southeast Michigan wetter and have become a rising problem for the region’s waterways and properties.

Clinton-Macomb Public Library Director Larry Neal recently celebrated 20 years as part of the library system.

Published February 11, 2020

CMPL director reflects on 20 years in library system

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Larry Neal best described his 20-year journey in the Clinton-Macomb Public Library system: “It’s been a fantastic adventure.”

Published February 11, 2020

Seniors stay on the clock in their golden years

METRO DETROIT — Whether it’s to fatten the wallet, to be social or simply to maintain a sense of accomplishment, many seniors are choosing to stay in the workforce after retirement.

Published February 11, 2020

Two Fraser parks to receive upgrades

FRASER — A couple of city parks are on the agenda for upgrades this calendar year.

Published February 11, 2020

Consultant hired to conduct analysis of Groesbeck corridor

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A consultant has been hired to facilitate the Groesbeck Highway Market Study Analysis and Corridor Plan.

Published February 11, 2020

Readers dish on best, worst and weirdest dates

METRO DETROIT — Valentine’s Day is on the horizon, and with it a tidal wave of nuanced emotion and expectation. While some dismiss Feb. 14 as another Hallmark holiday, others pine for the perfect surprise.

Published February 11, 2020

How to maintain a gardening hobby during the winter

METRO DETROIT — The cold of winter may be gripping Michigan, but that’s no reason that gardening enthusiasts can’t keep up their hobby or get a head start on the spring.

Published February 7, 2020

Student production celebrates music of Gershwin

MACOMB COUNTY — Inside a De La Salle Collegiate classroom the afternoon of Feb. 5, the sounds of George and Ira Gershwin played from a student’s cellphone.