Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Published December 5, 2018

Options abound to spruce up your home for the holidays

METRO DETROIT — Whether you’re into dazzling displays in a rainbow of colors, officially licensed products featuring beloved characters, well-worn vintage nostalgia or holiday kitsch, there’s no shortage of options for adorning your home for the holiday season.

Published December 5, 2018

A twist on the sweet seasonal standard: peppermint

METRO DETROIT — From our décor to our lattes, it seems that as soon as the calendar flips to December, our hearts go out in search of candy canes. There’s something about the taste of peppermint that’s not only indicative of the season, but also serves as sweet nostalgia of cozy holidays gone by. So why not load up on some sugary, minty, red-and-white goodness while you can?

Published December 3, 2018

Winter tax bills reflect increase approved by Fraser council

FRASER — When Fraser residents review their winter tax bills, they will notice a little extra that has to be paid.

Published December 3, 2018

New ax-throwing business is no fad, owner says

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Bowling and dart throwing are social activities that have been enjoyed for generations, but a new athletic activity is hitting the mark: ax throwing.

Published December 3, 2018

Possible infractions for truck driver after collision with train in Fraser

FRASER — The Fraser Department of Public Safety is exploring “civil-type infractions” against a semitruck driver whose actions resulted in physical damage.

Published December 3, 2018

If Michigan repeals its bottle deposit law, will residents still recycle?

LANSING — Hold tight, Cosmo Kramer. You might want to hold off on that big bottle deposit scheme, because there’s a chance the Great Lakes State won’t be offering 10 cents back for cans and bottles anymore.

Published November 29, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 30-Dec. 2

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 27, 2018

CVHS marching band performs in Thanksgiving parade for 18th time

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/DETROIT — Temperatures in the low 20s on Thanksgiving morning couldn’t freeze out the Chippewa Valley High School Big Reds marching band.

Published November 27, 2018

Two injured in Fraser apartment fire

FRASER — A recent early-morning fire resulted in a pair of injuries and some major damage at a local apartment complex.

Published November 27, 2018

Students host robotics discussion, open house

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On Nov. 19 at the Macomb Intermediate School District in Clinton Township, individuals from the International Academy of Macomb’s I.AM.ROBOT FIRST Robotics team hosted an open house and a panel discussion as a way to meld youthful exuberance with future employment opportunities.

Published November 27, 2018

Local artist to showcase work at giant pottery expo

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/SOUTHFIELD — The journey into pottery for Julie Saponaro started with a pottery wheel.

Published November 27, 2018

Clinton Township rejects auto facility special land use

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A special land use request for a large automotive repair facility was unanimously rejected by the Clinton Township Board of Trustees Nov. 13.

Published November 27, 2018

Inspect your car before the ice arrives

METRO DETROIT — A freezing November with early snowfalls serves as a good reminder that it’s not too early to get a car ready for winter, even weeks before it officially arrives on the calendar. Al Laity, service director at Rochester Hills Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, offered a few tips for anyone who wants to prepare a vehicle for the arctic temperatures.

Published November 27, 2018

Get a read on where to settle in with a book

METRO DETROIT — Now that the weather has turned frosty, it’s prime time to snuggle up indoors with some quality reading material. Local experts weighed in on the best ways to prepare a space to get lost in a good book.

Published November 27, 2018

Giving classes as gifts makes for long-lasting memories

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t many things in life that are as exciting as opening a gift. The anticipation of what might be, the crunch of the wrapping paper, the reveal as the box opens and the excitement of seeing that special something meant just for you.

Published November 23, 2018

Parkway Plaza sold via auction for more than $2 million

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Often deemed an eyesore, Parkway Plaza may soon be receiving a physical facelift.

Published November 21, 2018

The Friday 5 — Nov. 23-25

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 19, 2018

Holiday shows set the stage for merry moments

METRO DETROIT — If your holidays are more hectic or ho-hum than happy, there’s nothing like toe-tapping seasonal tunes and timeless tales to get you in the spirit, so grab your coat and head out to one of the many festive productions brightening local stages this year.

Published November 19, 2018

Get away from winter — but take steps to protect your home

METRO DETROIT — Whether traveling for Thanksgiving or Christmas, or getting away for the entire winter season, there is plenty that can be done to protect a home from intruders and Old Man Winter.