Shelby - Utica News

Published July 1, 2021

Judge sentences Utica woman to jail and probation for abusing dog

UTICA — The Utica woman who repeatedly threw her puppy in a river, causing it to nearly drown Jan. 4, was sentenced to six months in jail and probation June 23 in Macomb County Circuit Court after her request to move her case to Macomb County Mental Health Court was rejected.

Published July 1, 2021

CARE receives $600,000 grant

MACOMB COUNTY — CARE of Southeastern Michigan will be receiving a $600,000 grant over the next three years to address substance abuse and health issues.

Published June 30, 2021

Macomb County gives progress report on interceptor project

MACOMB COUNTY — More work on part of a 15 Mile Road sewer interceptor is in the pipeline, but county officials are pleased with progress and say it will eventually help prevent sinkholes or other disasters from occurring in the Sterling Heights area.

Published June 30, 2021

Local dog trainers discuss business trends, importance of training

METRO DETROIT — As the COVID-19 pandemic raged on in 2020, many people found themselves isolated. Cut off from co-workers, friends and family, many turned to pet adoption centers in search of a furry friend.

Published June 30, 2021

C & G staffers win Society of Professional Journalists awards

METRO DETROIT — The Detroit Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists announced the 2020 Excellence in Journalism award winners during a live virtual presentation June 8.

Published June 30, 2021

May housing stats show high prices, fast sales and no letup

METRO DETROIT — During a year of many changes for everyone, the housing market also saw some major changes, and it shows no signs of cooling down anytime soon.

Published June 28, 2021

Macomb County continues to monitor local beach quality

MACOMB COUNTY — With 12 miles of shoreline along Lake St. Clair, including three beaches, as well as two inland lake beaches, Macomb County Health Department works throughout the summer to make sure the water is safe for swimmers.

Published June 26, 2021

Selfridge Air Museum auctions flights to raise funds

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — It’s not often that civilians have the chance to fly in military airplanes.

Published June 25, 2021

Shelby Girl Scout earns gold award for support project

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Elizabeth Mulvaine, an 18-year-old Shelby Township resident and graduate of Utica High School, was beyond excited when she heard that she was receiving the Girl Scout Gold Award for a project that she planned and put together to help those who feel isolated due to their sibling’s health challenges.

Published June 24, 2021

Eastland Center to be demolished

HARPER WOODS — Eastland Center, the long-standing shopping mall located in Harper Woods, has been approved for demolition to make way for new industrial businesses.

Published June 24, 2021

Major construction project coming to I-696

METRO DETROIT — Starting next year, Interstate 696 will join I-75 and the laundry list of other road construction projects as the Michigan Department of Transportation seeks to reconstruct the road to make it safer for those who use it every day.

Published June 24, 2021

Dance studio celebrates survival through pandemic

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The pandemic was tough on everyone, and for the youth, the pandemic really shook things up and challenged them.

Published June 23, 2021

Get shady to chill out on your patio or deck this summer

METRO DETROIT — This is the time of year that many homeowners like to spend as much time as possible outside in the backyard or on the patio or deck.

Published June 23, 2021

Shelby Township offers summer fun for families

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — School is out, and now that children and their families have more time, parents are seeking ways to keep their children active and engaged.

Published June 23, 2021

Kiwanis Club’s annual 5K to return

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — The annual Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township 5K Pennant Race will return in September.

Published June 23, 2021

LHS educator is county’s teacher of the year

WARREN/MACOMB COUNTY — From engaging students in her U.S. and world history classes to heading the school’s Social Studies Department, the dedication of Lincoln High School social studies teacher Gabrielle Avila has made an impact.

Published June 22, 2021

Hiring problems continue for local businesses

MACOMB COUNTY — Prior to March 2020, Harold Norris had no problem finding people willing to work for his pizza business.

Published June 21, 2021

Shelby Police looking for owner of found photo album

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A photo album is awaiting reunion with its owners after being discovered in a roadway by a concerned citizen June 7 in Shelby Township.

Published June 21, 2021

Prosecutor, activists react to Utica animal abuse case

UTICA — Utica animal activists and the Macomb County prosecutor have commented on recent developments in an animal abuse case in which a woman named Amber Sunde, 26, from Utica, allegedly threw a small dog named Lux into the Clinton River repeatedly, causing it trauma Jan. 4.

Published June 20, 2021

Spring season brings many local champs

METRO DETROIT — With baseball, softball and girls soccer teams concluding their seasons in East Lansing June 18-19, the high school spring sports season is officially complete.