Macomb Township Chronicle

Published June 5, 2019

Board members question bill related to employee investigation

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Typically, the approval of the bills goes on without a hitch at Macomb Township board meetings, but not at one last month.

Olivia Scally, 5, of Macomb Township, sings the national anthem prior to the May 24 United Shore Professional Baseball League game in Utica. She is a kindergartener at Parkway Christian School in Sterling Heights.

Published June 5, 2019

Kindergartener performs national anthem

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Five-year-old Olivia Scally, of Macomb Township, recently had the thrill of her young life.

Published June 5, 2019

Pair of Chippewa High grads earn Gold Award

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Chippewa Valley High School alumni Makayla Ramos, of Macomb Township, and Gabrielle Jarosz, of Clinton Township, both 18, were among 25 Girl Scouts honored by Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan with the Gold Award.

State Rep. Bill Sowerby, D-Clinton Township, is joining other legislators in a plan to attack illiteracy.

Published June 5, 2019

Local legislators bringing literacy back to forefront

LANSING — The literacy crisis in Michigan has not improved, leading to a new push from state legislators to address statewide deficiencies.

Published June 5, 2019

Around the campfire, the talk is of memories, camaraderie

METRO DETROIT — The scent of charcoal smoldering in the air. The sounds of kids playing cornhole. Watching the sunset from a chaise lawn chair. It's all part of the camping experience in Michigan.

Published June 5, 2019

Families make it work — successfully

METRO DETROIT — Have you ever wondered how and why family members decide to work together to make a business thrive? C & G Newspapers asked some folks who have been doing it successfully for years, as well as a family that has just branched out to the second generation.

Published June 5, 2019

Small backyards can pack a big punch

METRO DETROIT — If you have a small backyard, your big ideas can be right at home. According to local experts, homeowners with small backyards don’t have to scale down their big ideas, and a few simple yard hacks can make your space seem bigger than it really is.

Published May 30, 2019

Behind the Wheel: 1974 Javelin embodies owner’s affinity for American Motors

It’s been decades since a car rolled off the line at the now-defunct American Motors Corp., but for longtime AMC enthusiast Tim Stolarski, of Macomb Township, the brand is still alive and well — at least in his own driveway.

Published May 30, 2019

Stranger danger reported in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A secret password appears to have prevented a potentially dangerous situation in Macomb Township.

Published May 29, 2019

The Friday 5 — May 31-June 2

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published May 29, 2019

Uncover the thrill of the grill in rare and well-done form

METRO DETROIT — Warm up to cooking outdoors with these tips from folks who know their way around the grill grates.

Published May 29, 2019

Charitable runs/walks can be a kickstart to fitness

METRO DETROIT — Los Angeles-based celebrity fitness trainer Alex Fine will be competing in a 50-mile ultramarathon to raise money for HAVEN of Oakland County.

Published May 28, 2019

Summer fun in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Summertime for the Macomb Township Parks and Recreation Department is highlighted by 11 free events and activities, designed to keep families and neighbors busy.

Published May 28, 2019

Macomb Township board rejects request for outside legal counsel

MACOMB TOWNSHIP –—After a month of employee resignations and complaints, one board member deemed it necessary for an outside attorney to launch an investigation.

Published May 28, 2019

Macomb County introduces tracking tool for road conditions

MACOMB COUNTY — A road funding map was unveiled May 22 at Macomb County Communications & Technology Center, or COMTEC, in Mount Clemens.

Anthony Mastronardi, of Macomb Township, suffered a spinal cord injury in 2016 while playing for Dakota. All proceeds from a June 15 charity golf outing will go to the Mastronardi family for the ongoing care and support of Anthony.

Published May 28, 2019

Golf benefit for quadriplegic June 15

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP — Anthony Mastronardi’s mindset toward his condition is one of determination and the ability to overcome obstacles.

Beyond Self Storage is under construction and located on the east side of Hayes Road, a quarter mile north of 22 Mile Road. On May 21, the Planning Commission determined a ground sign meets the size requirements.

Published May 28, 2019

Rezoning requests approved for possible senior living center

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — An independent living community, as well as an assisted living community, may be coming to Macomb Township.

Published May 28, 2019

CVS auto tech program receives $51,000 grant

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Some much-needed automotive equipment will soon be purchased thanks to a grant.

Published May 28, 2019

Opioid grant to empower jailed addicts, provide employment opportunities

MACOMB COUNTY — A new multimillion-dollar grant is putting an emphasis on the workforce affected by the opioid crisis, and it’s hitting home in a positive way.

Published May 24, 2019

Falling in the shadows of heroes

METRO DETROIT — Peter Braun made his first parachute landing on his 17th birthday. He’s 54 now and has logged 6,500 jumps. None will be more meaningful than those he’s scheduled to make this June