Shelby - Utica News

Published November 24, 2021

Loan experts discuss the 30-year mortgage versus shorter-term loans

METRO DETROIT — The process of preparing to purchase a home is an exciting time in the lives of many people.

Published November 23, 2021

English Learner families benefit from the UCS Newcomers program

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Utica Community Schools Newcomers program is helping English Learner families make the transition to UCS.

Published November 23, 2021

Utica to host Christmas tree-lighting celebration

UTICA — The city of Utica will be hosting a Christmas tree lighting celebration after taking a break last year due to the pandemic.

Published November 22, 2021

Maintain your furnace with fresh filters and seasonal tuneups

METRO DETROIT — As winter approaches and the air grows chill, homeowners are turning up the heat and thinking more about furnace maintenance.

Published November 22, 2021

Blood drives to help with donation shortage

METRO DETROIT — Wanted: blood donors. You must be in good health and feeling well, 16 years old or older (in most states) and weigh at least 110 pounds.

Published November 22, 2021

Shelby Township Library art show features 3 winners, 3 honorable mentions

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Fine Art Society hosted an art show at the Shelby Township Library Nov. 2 through Nov. 21. It was a judged show, and Vienna Szabo chose the first, second and third places, along with three honorable mentions.

Published November 22, 2021

Small businesses in Shelby Township and Utica are large part of community

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — Small businesses are an important part of the community in Shelby Township and Utica.

Published November 19, 2021

Shelby Fine Art Society chooses artist of the month

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A member of the Shelby Township Fine Art Society has been honored as the artist of the month for November and December.

Published November 18, 2021

Shoppers delighted as holiday craft shows return

METRO DETROIT — The aroma of fresh-baked cookies that fills the air as shoppers hunt for handmade Christmas crafts, delicate jewelry pieces, stocking stuffers and more has found its place again as craft show season has begun.

Published November 18, 2021

Supply chain shortages, rising costs are impacting local food pantries

METRO DETROIT — By now, every household has likely experienced the effects of supply chain and labor shortages in one way or another.

Published November 18, 2021

Case against former Shelby Township priest moving ahead with additional charge

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced Oct. 12 that a former Macomb County priest is facing trial for criminal sexual assault.

Published November 17, 2021

At 60, Warren Astronomical Society still reaching for the stars

METRO DETROIT — Looking to keep their father busy in his twilight years, Jon Blum’s adult children bought him a telescope as a retirement gift 20 years ago, when he wrapped up his career as a dermatologist.

Published November 17, 2021

Former county prosecutor sentencing adjourned to 2022

MACOMB COUNTY — Counsel for a former Macomb County prosecutor argue that if sentencing is not delayed, it will cause prejudice by forcing them to choose which criminal case deserves their focused attention.

Published November 17, 2021

Bask in the warm glow cast by holiday shows

METRO DETROIT — With most theaters now operating again, the holiday show tradition returns to stages throughout the area, warming hearts of all ages with music, dance and plays.

Published November 16, 2021

Shelby Township awarded thousands in funding for evaluating roads

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — On Oct. 20, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments announced that it had awarded more than $56,000 in state funds to communities throughout the seven-county southeastern Michigan region to support local road asset management planning.

Published November 11, 2021

OCC automotive instructor from Utica receives statewide recognition

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — Oakland Community College’s Claude Townsend recently received a prestigious statewide recognition.

Road Commission prepares for winter season

Published November 11, 2021

Road Commission for Oakland County prepares for winter season

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County is preparing for the winter season, and it’s beginning by taking on its annual review of its winter maintenance procedures.

Published November 10, 2021

Police continue to search for missing Rochester Hills teen

ROCHESTER HILLS — Police from various agencies have joined the search for a Rochester Hills teen who went missing while visiting Michigan State University Oct. 29.

Published November 10, 2021

Major project closes Avon, Dequindre intersection through August 2022

ROCHESTER HILLS/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A major construction project on the Oakland-Macomb County border kicked off Nov. 1, closing sections of Avon and Dequindre roads.

Published November 10, 2021

Shelby police to host self-defense course this month for women

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department Community Services Unit will be hosting a Rape, Aggression, Defense class from 5 to 8 p.m. each night Nov. 15-18.