Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Published August 10, 2020

FRASER — CARE of Southeastern Michigan’s eighth annual “Ride 4 Recovery” has a twist this year due to COVID-19.

Published August 10, 2020

New utility vehicle purchased in Fraser, replaces 20-year-old truck

FRASER — After two decades, a new utility vehicle is now being utilized by the fire division of the Fraser Department of Public Safety.

Published August 10, 2020

State opioid overdose rates increase during pandemic

METRO DETROIT — Stress and isolation are being identified as triggers as statistics show substantial increases in opioid overdoses since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published August 7, 2020

Girl Scouts implement new STEM-focused badges and activities

METRO DETROIT — The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan are encouraging interest in science, technology, engineering and math in their Scouts through new programs and the addition of 24 new badges.

Published August 7, 2020

Area Agency on Aging offers online program for caregivers

METRO DETROIT — The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is taking its caregiver class, the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program, and hosting it online so those caring for a sick loved one can still learn despite the pandemic.

Published August 6, 2020

Macomb County seeks submissions for 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage

MACOMB COUNTY — As the 100th anniversary of women being guaranteed the right to vote approaches, Macomb County wants to honor those who have played a role in the suffrage movement.

Published August 6, 2020

Forlini lands big victory in Republican clerk primary, will face Miller in November

MACOMB COUNTY — Aug. 4 was a good day for Anthony Forlini, who won about 45% of the vote in a four-way Republican primary for a chance at becoming Macomb County’s next clerk.

Published August 6, 2020

EGLE: Prince Drewry Park methane levels steady

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Methane gas levels seem to have stabilized at Clinton Township’s Prince Drewry Park, according to a representative from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy.

Published August 5, 2020

Clerk, trustee races clearer after Clinton Township primary

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Every seat on the Clinton Township Board of Trustees is up for grabs this November.

Published August 5, 2020

Prosecutor, sheriff’s races set in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — Former Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Mary Chrzanowski and state Sen. Peter Lucido will face off on the November ballot in the race for Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney. And in the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office race, incumbent Anthony Wickersham will be challenged by Terence Mekoski in the Nov. 3 general election.

A vehicle was struck by a bullet on the morning of July 31, after multiple shots went off in the area of Garfield and 17 Mile roads in Clinton Township.

Published August 3, 2020

Police recover 7 bullet casings after shooting in Clinton Township

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — At press time, the Clinton Township Police Department was working to determine who recently fired multiple gunshots near a busy intersection.

Blues rocker Laith Al-Saadi will perform July 31 in a drive-in concert at the Macomb Center for Performing Arts in Clinton Township.

Published July 29, 2020

Macomb Center for the Performing Arts to host drive-in concert

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Audiences might know Laith Al-Saadi from watching him perform at venues around the state, or maybe fans will recognize him from season 10 of “The Voice” on NBC.

Becky Skates, of Royal Oak, dropped off many bags of plastic for recycling at the SOCRRA Recycling Drop-Off Center after making an appointment July 24.

Published July 28, 2020

SOCRRA re-opens recycling drop-off center, by appointment only

METRO DETROIT — For the past four months, eco-conscious consumers have been stockpiling their paper, cardboard, glass and plastic containers while SOCRRA’s Recycling Drop-Off Center was closed due to COVID-19.

Published July 28, 2020

Beat the summer heat

METRO DETROIT — Seemingly endless weeks of hot, steamy weather along with a few intense storms have dramatically increased the use of air conditioning, and at times, cut power altogether this summer.

Lynne Smyles reads from one of her Michigan History Nightmares books at a Lakeview Public Schools elementary a few years ago. She completed the final volume in 2018.

Published July 27, 2020

Former teacher-turned-author puts spin on history

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/ST. CLAIR SHORES — Some teachers never stop educating. Just ask Lynne Smyles.

On July 21, Chippewa Valley Schools announced options that are available for how school will be in the coming academic year. Options include traditional face-to-face instruction, a hybrid learning model, and the new CV Virtual Academy.

Published July 27, 2020

Chippewa Valley Schools introduces new virtual academy

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Chippewa Valley Schools recently provided updates for what school will look like in the coming academic year.

Published July 27, 2020

Longtime Fraser Public Safety officer retires

FRASER — After more than 26 years as a member of the Fraser Department of Public Safety, Lisa Pettyes said she is walking away, humbled, with her head held high.

Published July 24, 2020

Experts warn seniors to be wary of scammers

METRO DETROIT — Senior citizens are a favorite target for many scammers, and they have plenty to watch out for both from criminals and from unscrupulous businesses who seek to take advantage of them.

Published July 24, 2020

County, local clerks prepare for upcoming elections

MACOMB COUNTY — The COVID-19 pandemic is not stopping county and municipal clerks from properly preparing for the Aug. 4 primary election.

Published July 24, 2020

Recreation and senior programs tweaked to adapt to pandemic

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Two community-oriented departments in Clinton Township are continually evolving in terms of offering residents the programs and services they have come to know and love.