Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Published January 2, 2019

Tech options being explored in relation to dishonored checks

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On Dec. 10, Clinton Township Treasurer Paul Gieleghem provided an update about an ordinance related to dishonored checks.

Published December 28, 2018

Running groups offer events, support

METRO DETROIT — William Hill doesn’t just make small talk. What began as a throwaway conversation for the Farmington resident with his neighbor became a transformative idea that has changed the lives of many people in the Farmington area and beyond.

Published December 28, 2018

Pantone names ‘Living Coral’ 2019 color of the year

METRO DETROIT — Pantone recently announced living coral, a warm salmon hue with a golden undertone, as its 2019 Color of the Year.

Published December 28, 2018

Learning to cook can save money, trim waistlines

METRO DETROIT — Shelly Kemp, the executive director of the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, likes to lend her hand in the kitchen at Mirepoix Cooking School in Holiday Market.

Published December 28, 2018

Realtors report 2018 was a seller’s market

METRO DETROIT — Real estate professionals are saying 2018 strongly leaned toward being a seller’s market in southeast Michigan, but they added that this could begin to shift in 2019.

A dark blue Ford F-250 extended cab is still missing after being taken from the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 154 property on Christmas. The trailer, containing a memorial wall and books, was recovered.

Published December 27, 2018

Stolen Vietnam Veterans trailer found in Detroit; truck still missing

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A stolen trailer containing the Michigan Vietnam War Traveling Memorial had been found, but the truck hauling the trailer is still missing.

Published December 26, 2018

Macomb County Community Mental Health names new CEO

MACOMB COUNTY — David Pankotai was recently named the chief executive officer of Macomb County Community Mental Health, or MCCMH.

From left, Fraser City Councilman Michael Lesich, Fraser Parks and Recreation Director Christina Woods and parks and rec member Laura Lesich accept the 2018 Community Excellence Award on Sept. 22 in Grand Rapids.

Published December 21, 2018

Fraser’s barrier-free park honored with statewide award

FRASER — Fraser City Councilman Michael Lesich said that support from the city and its volunteer residents was a “key driver” in turning McKinley Barrier-Free Park from a dream concept 12 years ago into reality.

Multiple benefactors recently chipped in to purchase a fifth LUCAS 3 chest compression device for the Clinton Township Fire Department in 2018. In October, resident Carol Barker, who donated $16,000 for a device, put her own label on the one she donated.

Published December 21, 2018

Each Clinton Township fire station now equipped with lifesaving CPR device

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Thanks to donations from several groups and individuals, each Clinton Township fire station is now equipped with a LUCAS 3.

Published December 21, 2018

Two dogs die in house fire

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A pair of dogs were pronounced dead due to an early-morning house fire in Clinton Township.

Published December 19, 2018

Teen composer highlights musical performances

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — It was in middle school when Maxwell Kowal realized his unique talent.

Published December 19, 2018

Local drug treatment program is giving vets new life

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — One small gesture can impact a community’s most vulnerable population. Just ask those involved in the 41-B District Court’s Veterans Treatment Court.

Published December 19, 2018

Fill an ambulance for Macomb Food Program

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — MedStar Ambulance wants to fill one of its ambulances with food donations in an effort to help Macomb Community Action’s Macomb Food Program.

Published December 19, 2018

Cancer survivor recognized for helping others battle

MACOMB COUNTY — Erika Lojko has had her share of ups and downs in recent years, but there has always been one thing that kept her going: her son, Caleb.

From left, Dr. Charles Barone II, Melissa Henderson, Gary Maconochie, Chari Presley and James Lauridsen pose with their 2018 Macomb Community Action awards Dec. 11 at the Italian American Cultural Society and Banquet Center in Clinton Township.

Published December 18, 2018

Fighting poverty, one person at a time

MACOMB COUNTY — At the organization’s annual meeting Dec. 11 at the Italian American Cultural Society and Banquet Center in Clinton Township, five MCA employees and volunteers were honored for their dedication and patient enthusiasm.

Published December 18, 2018

Archery program teaches students secrets for success

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — You have one eye open. You’re staring intently at a target, stabilizing your grip and thinking about absolutely nothing but the mission at hand. When you let go, all bets are off.

From left, Erie Elementary fourth-grade teacher Vicki Myers, fourth-graders Nathan Boehling and Shiloh Robinson, first-graders Oliver Stevens and Madison Trombley, and first-grade teacher Molly DeBono, pose at the state Capitol building in Lansing Dec. 5 during the Student Technology Showcase.

Published December 18, 2018

Elementary students showcase tech skills in Lansing

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On Dec. 5, at the state Capitol building in Lansing, a student technology showcase exhibited the best of educators and students. It was an opportunity for K-12 teams from about 56 statewide schools to show lawmakers, business leaders and others how technology can enhance teaching and learning.

Published December 18, 2018

Air quality ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups,’ MDEQ warns

METRO DETROIT — Did you notice, last week, when the weather app on your phone warned that the air quality in metro Detroit was poor, and maybe even dangerous for at-risk groups? You weren’t alone. The air quality in many areas of southeastern Michigan has been rated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as “unhealthy for sensitive groups” periodically since late November.

Published December 17, 2018

Ring in the new year with size and style

METRO DETROIT — New Year’s Eve is a special kind of holiday. Following the hustle and bustle of a month mostly dedicated to Christmas, the final day of the year can sometimes be an afterthought. But those who are hosting parties can benefit by upgrading electronics and configuring decorations.

Published December 17, 2018

Metro Detroiters share experiences with working on holidays

METRO DETROIT — There’s no place like home for the holidays — with family gatherings, stories of yesteryear and delicious meals. But for some, it’s another day at the office, whether that office is in a squad car, inside an emergency room or behind a snowplow.