Macomb Township Chronicle

Published June 6, 2018

Residents question letter for former trustee who took bribe

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Several Macomb Township residents recently called out Trustee Nancy Nevers for writing a letter on behalf of former Trustee Clifford Freitas, who is awaiting sentencing in regards to a guilty plea on bribery charges.Read More

Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller and Lou Urban, a civil engineer with Shelby Township-based Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick, accept awards from the state chapter of the American Public Works Association for “Project of the Year” in relation to the 15 Mile Road interceptor repairs.

Published June 5, 2018

Sinkhole restoration leads to awards

MACOMB COUNTY — The 15 Mile Road sewer collapse of 2016 provided about a year’s worth of financial and physical challenges, though its repair has led to individual accolades for those who led the restoration.

Published May 31, 2018

Sheriff’s office recognizes best of the best

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Some members of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office took time away from their public service duties May 23 to recognize those who went above and beyond the call of duty this past year. The annual Sheriff’s Recognition Awards Ceremony was held at the John R.Read More

Published May 31, 2018

Behind the Wheel: 1967 Dodge Charger has long family history

In 1967, when Waterford resident Brian Veit was just 6 years old, his dad brought home a brand-new Dodge Charger.

Published May 30, 2018

Dakota hosts first Model UN conference

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The Dakota Model United Nations club and a regional Model UN organization are hoping a recent conference in Macomb Township will help grow the concept in other Macomb County schools.Read More

Published May 30, 2018

‘Building a sense of community’

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Macomb Township Supervisor Janet Dunn remembers people being critical of the community putting money in to building parks in the early 2000s. Waldenburg Park opened off 21 Mile Road in 2002, and Macomb Corners Park followed in 2004 off 25 Mile Road.Read More

Published May 29, 2018

Get gutters — and keep them clean — to protect your house

METRO DETROIT — An essential part of maintaining a home, gutters can often be overlooked or neglected by homeowners — sometimes with disastrous results.

Pool testing strips, like these sold at Viscount Pools and Spa Center, in Madison Heights, can be used to maintain home pools or at public pools and at hotels to make sure pH levels and chemicals are properly balanced before your family jumps in.

Published May 29, 2018

Germs may lurk in seemingly clear pool waters

METRO DETROIT — As you flip through the tantalizing photos of the amenities your newly booked resort hotel boasts, do you spend an extra few seconds gawking at that glistening swimming pool?

Published May 25, 2018

Voters will be asked to renew SMART millage in August

METRO DETROIT — Voters in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties will vote on whether or not to renew, and slightly increase, the millage for the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation during the Aug. 7 primary election.

Published May 23, 2018

Miller wants law to address sanitary wipes issue

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller on May 21 called on the Michigan Legislature to examine the issue of “flushable” wipes and to take steps to prevent them from entering our sewer systems.

Published May 22, 2018

List of crash-prone intersections released

METRO DETROIT — Drivers who want to keep up to speed on certain traffic intersections’ crash data now have an updated, compiled list, though some road safety experts say additional information ought to be considered.

Published May 22, 2018

Picking the right plants can make a shade garden a success

METRO DETROIT — Just because where you are planting your garden may be devoid of sunlight doesn’t mean it has to be without color.

Published May 22, 2018

Getting from point A to the UP and elsewhere when roadwork is everywhere

METRO DETROIT — Before you stuff your suitcase for this summer’s road trip, make sure you pack a healthy dose of patience — construction season is in high gear.

Published May 22, 2018

Township moves forward with project to close water main gaps

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The Macomb Township Board of Trustees have approved a contract worth more than $700,000 to update the community’s water main system as development continues in the township.Read More

Published May 22, 2018

Macomb Twp. woman pleads no contest to charges stemming from husband’s death

MOUNT CLEMENS — A Macomb Township woman accused of fatally shooting her husband in 2015 has pled no contest to manslaughter charges two and a half years after the incident.Read More

Published May 22, 2018

Recall petition approved that seeks to remove Bucci from office

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — It took a little extra work, but a petition filed by a Macomb Township resident that looks to recall Trustee Dino Bucci has had its language approved by Macomb County, and it will now be circulated for signatures.Read More

Published May 17, 2018

Macomb County receives national awards

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb County was the recent recipient of five 2018 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties, or NACo, an annual award program that recognizes innovative, effective county government initiatives that strengthen services for residents.

Published May 16, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Mustang SSP patrolled the highways of Georgia

Macomb Township resident Dave Popovich owns a car that encompasses two of his passions: police work and Mustangs.

Published May 16, 2018

Experts offer advice for when high winds threaten to blow away trash, recyclables

METRO DETROIT — A Friday in early May brought extremely high winds that kicked the spring season into high gear.

Published May 16, 2018

Local women make career changes in opening their own businesses

OAKLAND/MACOMB COUNTIES — As a teacher’s assistant for 15 years in the Berkley School District, Camilia Saleh had found satisfaction in helping children in the special education program.