Sterling Heights Sentry

Published July 6, 2018

SEMCOG app to introduce 360-degree tours of local trails, waterways

DETROIT — The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments is preparing to offer a new resource to residents and visitors to the southeast Michigan area: visual mapping of several of the region’s parks, trails and waterways.

Published July 6, 2018

C & G Newspapers staff members share their favorite summer jams

WARREN — Sly and the Family Stone harmonized about “Hot Fun in the Summertime,” while Eddie Cochran and The Who battled the “Summertime Blues.” With summer in full swing, this week’s Warren Weekly pays tribute to flip-flops, road trips, backyard barbecues, and relaxing at the lake by asking C & G Newspapers staff members about their favorite summertime jams.

Published July 5, 2018

Man accused of taking illicit photos in Sterling Heights Target dressing rooms

Sterling Heights police recently spoke on the latest developments regarding a man accused of snapping surreptitious pictures of women at a Target store.Read More

Published July 5, 2018

Conductor, driver injured in accident at train crossing on 15 Mile

A 49-year-old train conductor suffered serious injuries when he was struck by a vehicle at around 3:46 p.m. July 5 near 15 Mile Road and the railroad tracks between Mound and Van Dyke roads.

Published July 3, 2018

Experts offer tips to protect homes during vacation

METRO DETROIT — Taking proper safety precautions should be a high priority to avoid returning home to a burglarized or damaged home.

Published July 3, 2018

Berries: Excellent taste, fashionably late

METRO DETROIT — Our fine state is known for its tart cherries, and it’s one of the leading producers of blueberries in the country, harvesting an average 110 million pounds of more than 30 varieties.

Published July 3, 2018

Don’t detour around safe work zone driving habits

METRO DETROIT — Whether it’s “road closed” barricades or orange barrels, all of the markers for road construction are in sight for many commuters this summer.

Published July 2, 2018

Body recovered from Clinton River

Sterling Heights police are crediting kayakers for noticing the body of a dead person floating in the Clinton River. According to Sterling Heights police, kayakers notified authorities at around 4:30 p.m.Read More

Published July 2, 2018

Sterling Heights man drowns while swimming at Stony Creek

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A 20-year-old Sterling Heights man who was pulled from Stoney Creek Lake during the evening June 30 and taken to the hospital after being underwater for approximately 15 minutes died July 1, according to the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office.

Published June 28, 2018

Sterling Heights celebrates 50 years of 41-A

STERLING HEIGHTS — It reads like a math equation, but 41-A equals 50 for the local district court. During a June 19 Sterling Heights City Council meeting, the council unanimously approved a resolution to commemorate the 41-A District Court’s 50th anniversary.

Published June 28, 2018

Local musician to bring marimba rhythm to concert

STERLING HEIGHTS — From a young age, Paul Demick learned the power of persistence through percussion.

Published June 28, 2018

New UCS budget includes state funding boost

STERLING HEIGHTS/UTICA — The Utica Community Schools Board of Education unanimously approved a new budget for the 2018-19 fiscal year that is buoyed by an expected state per-pupil revenue increase but still requires the use of some fund balance money.

Published June 28, 2018

Festa Italiana to offer feast of memories, Italian flavors

STERLING HEIGHTS — Jeffrey Heinzman remembers attending the local Festa Italiana event every year for basically all of his life, partly because his uncle used to play in a band at the festival.

Published June 27, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Flyer to be featured on Discovery’s ‘Sticker Shock’

FERNDALE — Last year, Ferndale resident Chris Beltz shared the history of his 1919 Briggs & Stratton Flyer with our readers as part of C & G Newspapers’ Behind the Wheel series, and now the story of his car is about to reach an even bigger audience on national TV.

Published June 26, 2018

Take steps to protect your pets from heat, anxiety this summer

METRO DETROIT — With a few days having hit highs in the mid-90s before the official start of summer, it’s important to remember that humans aren’t the only ones who feel the effects of the heat — pets do too.

Published June 26, 2018

Stop recycling myths about trash

METRO DETROIT — Lots of researchers say now that making an effort to reduce all of our waste overall is a better approach to cleaning up our planet.

Published June 26, 2018

City to rename Jaycee Park after former mayor

One of Sterling Heights’ parks is getting a name change. During a June 19 Sterling Heights City Council meeting, the council voted unanimously to rename Jaycee Park as Gerald N. Donovan Park.Read More

Published June 26, 2018

Dodge Park to reopen during city’s anniversary party

Summer is here, and so is the reopening of Dodge Park and the city’s long-anticipated 50th anniversary celebration. Sterling Heights Community Relations Director Bridget Kozlowski explained some of the attractions and features that guests may expect during the event.Read More

Published June 26, 2018

Local artist’s library mural design unveiled

Kelly Gray got an early start dabbling in art, drawing animals and flowers as soon as she was able to pick up a pencil at around 2 years old. “It’s all I ever wanted to do,” she said.

Published June 26, 2018

Officials plan Colorado tour for Lakeside inspiration

A group of Sterling Heights city officials recently made out-of-town plans to go shopping for ideas on how to improve the Lakeside Mall area and get it ready for the future.Read More