Shelby - Utica News

Published October 2, 2020

Guild forms to examine Father Gabriel Richard for sainthood

DETROIT — Roman Catholic Church officials have begun the process of examining the life of Father Gabriel Richard to see if he qualifies for sainthood.

Akins Team Wellness Center is expanding the availability of its opioid treatment program and ensuring that there are no wait times for those seeking help.

Published October 2, 2020

Team Wellness Center expands opioid addiction services

METRO DETROIT — Treatment options for those suffering from opioid addiction are now easier to obtain as Team Wellness Center is launching an expansion of its opioid treatment programming.

This home on Eberlein Drive, off 15 Mile Road in Fraser, was condemned and later demolished following a sinkhole that occurred Dec. 24, 2016.

Published October 2, 2020

Macomb County receives over $12 million in sinkhole lawsuit

FRASER — On Sept. 29, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller announced that the insurance company for three contractors whose errors led to a massive sinkhole in Fraser in 2016 will pay $12.5 million to the Macomb Interceptor Drain Drainage District (MIDDD).

Published October 2, 2020

UCS begins transitioning some grades to face-to-face instruction

UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP/STERLING HEIGHTS — Carrie Slade, a first grade teacher at Flickinger Elementary School in Utica, said she is looking forward to being back in the classroom with her students as Utica Community Schools takes its next steps in the transition to more in-person activities.

Published October 2, 2020

EGLE, MDHHS launch pilot program for COVID-19 sewer testing

LANSING/MACOMB COUNTY — The state of Michigan is devoting more money toward local public health department efforts to coordinate with local governments, universities and other institutions in relation to COVID-19 wastewater testing programs.

Published October 2, 2020

Macomb County sees ‘huge’ number of absentee ballot requests

MACOMB COUNTY — The November election is weeks away, and local absentee ballot requests are astronomical when compared to past years.

Published September 25, 2020

Former Macomb County clerk wanted on bench warrant

MOUNT CLEMENS — Former Macomb County Clerk Karen Spranger once again has a warrant out for her arrest.

Published September 22, 2020

Chevy Bel Air is always cruise-ready

WARREN — Each time Bob Geib revved his 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, five of his closest buddies would tag along for the ride. Sadly, all five friends have passed away, but the spirit of the group lives on whenever Geib goes cruising.

Published September 22, 2020

Some parents leave distance learning in favor of homeschooling

METRO DETROIT — Some parents who never would have considered taking their kids out of the classroom are parting ways with local school systems in favor of homeschooling this year.

Published September 22, 2020

To keep hungry kids fed, the Designers’ Show House must go on

DETROIT — COVID-19 has caused the cancellation of scores of important events, but the Junior League of Detroit’s 23rd biennial Designers’ Show House isn’t one of them.

Published September 22, 2020

Local veteran discusses ‘The Greatest Generation’

OAKLAND COUNTY — When Ray Owen hears the term “The Greatest Generation,” he says he can’t help but feel “kind of proud of it.” Owen, who lives in Northville, near Farmington Hills, turns 99 in December.

Published September 22, 2020

Former prosecutor charged with obstruction of justice

MACOMB COUNTY — Following a year in which he was charged with 10 felonies by the state of Michigan and resigned from office, a former top elected official has been federally charged.

Published September 21, 2020

Annual Men’s Health event moves online, drive-thru

METRO DETROIT — If the COVID-19 crisis has taught us anything, it’s that our health is never something to take for granted.

Published September 21, 2020

Volunteer organization provides snack packs to local students

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — This year has been a drastic change for everyone after the outbreak of the coronavirus, and especially for the students who are now either going to school in person or virtually.

Published September 21, 2020

Twelve Dimes fundraiser returns for a second Christmas

UTICA — Christmas is a holiday full of cheer and lovely gifts. However, some seniors do not have family and friends to share the special holiday with, and seniors are often those who experience loneliness during these types of holidays.

Published September 21, 2020

Utica baseball training center, which cleaned up landfill site, opens

UTICA — A former unlicensed landfill contaminated with around 19 feet of garbage under the ground located at 6993 Moscone Road has seen much change since the Utica City Council first approved a request to support an application for a grant to assist with a proposed development of a new sports complex next to Jimmy John’s Field Sept. 11, 2018.

Published September 21, 2020

Shelby Township Police Department to introduce new online platform

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department is working on releasing a new online platform to the public Oct. 1 that will allow residents to resume interaction with the department with more available to them.

Published September 21, 2020

Local residents concerned about speeding in residential areas

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A local Shelby Township family is worried about the safety risks that are being taken with vehicles zooming up and down their street.

Published September 21, 2020

Utica ballot proposal seeks to put 3rd marijuana location in city

UTICA — Some residents and city leaders are concerned about the new ballot proposal on the Nov. 3 ballot that would allow a third marijuana facility to be built within feet of two marijuana locations that are already in the works in Utica.

Published September 18, 2020

Regina to host virtual The Verve Pipe concert

WARREN — On Oct. 16, Regina High School will host a virtual concert with alternative rock band The Verve Pipe, beginning at 7 p.m. Anyone who purchases a ticket will receive an access code with a link to the concert.