Shelby - Utica News

Published February 22, 2021

Fire destroys Ferndale home, several pets perish in blaze

FERNDALE — A fire at a home in Ferndale in early February destroyed the home and took the lives of several pets.

Published February 22, 2021

Berkley bridal gown shop showcases frozen wedding dresses

BERKLEY — A bridal gown shop in downtown Berkley has been getting a lot of notice recently for a very cool reason.

Published February 22, 2021

A whole new world for Lake St. Clair Metropark Nature Center

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — The 32-year-old Nature Center at Lake St. Clair Metropark has undergone a facelift thanks to a grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Published February 21, 2021

Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan offering services in uncertain times

METRO DETROIT — Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan is providing services and resources to society’s most vulnerable, during a tumultuous period due to the ongoing pandemic.

Published February 20, 2021

United Way raises awareness of assistance through its 2-1-1 program

METRO DETROIT — When in personal or financial trouble, getting help can be difficult — even more so when you don’t know where to look.

Published February 20, 2021

Riding the wave of pandemic sales

METRO DETROIT — From a low of leaving a show after just a day to a high of months of great sales, the boating industry has weathered the COVID-19 pandemic better than other industries, likely because its product is designed to be used in the relative safety of outdoors.

William Breeding, of Eastpointe, pictured, is trying to get the word out about a Salvation Army program that helped him get back on his feet.

Published February 19, 2021

Eastpointe man aided by Salvation Army program

EASTPOINTE/WARREN — Eastpointe resident Willian Breeding was homeless, out of a job and unsure what to do about his future. A Salvation Army program changed all of that.

Published February 19, 2021

Wojno bill seeks to restore unemployment benefits to 26 weeks

LANSING — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s veto of a $220 million deposit into the state’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund raised questions for some about recent bipartisan legislation that would temporarily extend unemployment benefits for new filers.

Published February 19, 2021

Macomb County businesses sue state officials for damages over closures

MACOMB COUNTY — Samuel Backos said his restaurant, Ernie’s, has been “devastated” by state-ordered closures officials said were put in place to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. He said local restaurant, bar and banquet properties have been left “virtually worthless” and that their employees have suffered through “a very depressing time.”

Published February 19, 2021

Boat dealerships ‘slammed’ with interested buyers

Published February 18, 2021

Science Center offers free admission days thanks to local businesses

DETROIT — The Michigan Science Center is welcoming in more people than ever with its free admission days.

Published February 18, 2021

USPBL standout signs Major League Baseball contract

METRO DETROIT — Whether it be whiffle ball in the backyard, tee ball for the city team or playing video games on the TV, baseball has been a constant in Dugan Darnell’s life for as long as he can remember.

Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds Anthony Forlini, right, discusses safety protocols with Jeff Derowski, from the purchasing department.

Published February 17, 2021

New Macomb County clerk focusing on additional safety equipment, training, digitizing

MACOMB COUNTY — Anthony Forlini has been Macomb County’s Clerk/Register of Deeds for just over one month, leaning on employees to invoke long-term changes on the office’s benefit.

Published February 16, 2021

Troy police investigate homicide outside Belle Tire store

TROY — Troy police are investigating a homicide discovered during the early morning Feb. 15 at the front entrance of Belle Tire, 4966 Rochester Road.

Published February 11, 2021

Utica Fire Department swears in 3 new firefighters

UTICA — The Utica Fire Department is welcoming three new firefighters to its team this year.

Published February 11, 2021

Woman’s Life Chapter collecting Barbies for Macomb Foster Closet

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — Woman’s Life Chapter 911 is looking for help collecting Barbies now through March 13 for children in foster care.

Published February 10, 2021

OU announces $2,500 scholarship for Michigan frontline workers

ROCHESTER HILLS — Oakland University is offering financial assistance to those working the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published February 10, 2021

Police seeking witnesses to scam that cost a senior almost $50,000

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department is investigating a fraud that left a grandparent without almost $50,000 and police searching for a suspected scammer.