Macomb Township Chronicle

Published October 10, 2019

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published October 9, 2019

Metro Detroit sites conjure tales of ghosts, ESP and the unexplained

METRO DETROIT — Whether you believe in the paranormal or not, there are several places in metro Detroit that have alleged hauntings, including The Whitney in Detroit, Stagecrafters in Royal Oak and the Trowbridge Road Bridge in Bloomfield Hills.

Published October 9, 2019

Experts advise asking before petting strange dogs

METRO DETROIT — Hey, we get it. Some temptations in life are too irresistible to pass up: chocolate cake, splashing in puddles, celebrity gossip rags.

Published October 9, 2019

Police offer advice to protect your vehicle at home

METRO DETROIT — Larcenies from vehicles, damage to vehicles and vehicle thefts are an ongoing problem and can be heartbreaking to experience, causing feelings of violation and mistrust.

Published October 8, 2019

Tigers great going to bat against his biggest opponent: Parkinson’s disease

METRO DETROIT — For an elite athlete like baseball legend Kirk Gibson, injuries and aches come with the job, but the problems he started experiencing around 2007 were different.

Published October 7, 2019

World Mental Health Day helps, but doesn’t heal, stigma

On the 27th anniversary of World Mental Health Day Oct. 10, the question arises — have the years of increased awareness, support, services and dialogue helped break down stigma?

Published October 7, 2019

New study finds social media can positively impact mental health

A new study conducted by Michigan State University media and information professor Keith Hampton found that social media can improve a person’s mental health over time.

Following a presentation, the Board of Trustees approved the new proposed water and sewer rates for the next fiscal year Sept. 25.

Published October 7, 2019

Macomb Township board approves new water rates

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Water and sewer rates are locked in for the new fiscal year.

Carried over from a past meeting, the Macomb Township Planning Commission further discussed the topic of impervious surface requirements Oct. 1. Pictured is the commission earlier this year.

Published October 7, 2019

Impervious requirement explained at meeting in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — At the Macomb Township Planning Commission’s Oct. 1 meeting, further explanation was given in regard to impervious surface requirements.

Published October 7, 2019

Cub Scouts lead flag raising

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Jim DeVleeschouwer said Boy Scouts is all about boys becoming better men as they grow, and learning respect for the flag and America is one way of doing that.

Published October 7, 2019

Deputy supervisor appointed in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — An increased workload of new projects underway in Macomb Township, and the upcoming census, were a couple of reasons cited for the appointment of a deputy supervisor to assist in day-to-day operations.

Published October 7, 2019

Local law enforcement react to flavored vape ban

MACOMB COUNTY — On Oct. 2, a statewide ban on flavored vaping products went into effect, following a two-week compliance period that began Sept. 18.

Published October 3, 2019

Jail proposal to appear on August ballot

MACOMB COUNTY — A proposal for a new Macomb County Jail will be on the ballot next year.

Published October 2, 2019

The Friday 5 — Oct. 4-6

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published October 2, 2019

Behind the Wheel: ‘The Little Old Lady from Pasadena’

More than five decades ago, Troy resident Ted Schlenker’s aunt bought a brand-new 1963 Mercury Marauder in Van Nuys, California. The car was pink — her favorite color — so she had to have it, Schlenker explained.

Published October 2, 2019

Credit unions promote accessibility, breadth of services

METRO DETROIT — As a local alternative to big banks, some credit unions are seeing growth as the word gets out about their expanding breadth of services. Just ask Rebekah Monroe.

Published October 2, 2019

Now is a good time to prep your furnace for winter

METRO DETROIT — Don’t wait until it’s cold outside to check out your furnace.

Proceeds from the 11th annual “Be Aware” 5K walk/run support suicide awareness and prevention programs offered locally through KnowResolve and the Chippewa Valley Coalition for Youth and Families. The race is scheduled for Oct. 12.

Published October 1, 2019

Coalition to host suicide awareness 5K in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — September was Suicide Prevention Month, but that’s not stopping organizations from continuing to spread the word.

Since April, the position of Macomb Township planning director has been vacant. The Board of Trustees at its Sept. 25 meeting agreed to use a recruiter to help fill the need.

Published October 1, 2019

Macomb Township Board of Trustees wants recruiter to fill planning director position

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Since April, the position of Macomb Township planning director has been vacant. Because of that, the Board of Trustees, at its Sept. 25 meeting, agreed to use a recruiter to hopefully fill the need.

Ashley Beatty, middle, of Macomb Township, was awarded a scholarship from the Coast Guard Foundation. Beatty is the child of U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Jeffrey Beatty.

Published October 1, 2019

Macomb Township native awarded Coast Guard scholarship

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — As a way to help U.S. Coast Guard children pursue their goal of higher education, 128 scholarships were awarded Sept. 19 to students across the country.