Sterling Heights Sentry

Published May 8, 2018

It’s center stage for senior theater troupe

METRO DETROIT — Wanted: talented theater performers, costume seamstresses, makeup artists and stage prop designers to join the Heart of the Hills Players acting troupe.

Published May 8, 2018

Sterling man cites diet, family as secrets to 100 years

With a birthday button pinned to his shirt, Anthony Leonard was getting ready to celebrate his 100th birthday at an April 30 party at Atria Shorehaven Manor in Sterling Heights.Read More

Published May 8, 2018

Police search for robber who entered home, stole Jeep

Police are searching for a man accused of robbing a resident and stealing his Jeep early in the morning April 29. Sterling Heights police said they received a tip at around 12:40 a.m. from a 911 caller about gunfire around Acorn Lane, located near Mound Road and M-59.Read More

Published May 8, 2018

Art show exhibits late Sterling Heights teen’s work

Whether it’s the “Mona Lisa” or “Starry Night,” a masterpiece can extend an artist’s legacy long after death or give a key insight into who the creator was.Read More

Published May 8, 2018

Police tout upcoming programs, investments in tools

More manpower, more machines and a couple of new K-9s are a few of the things the Sterling Heights Police Department plans to see in the upcoming budget year.Read More

Published May 3, 2018

MCA celebrates Meals on Wheels volunteers

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb Community Action, or MCA, Office of Senior Services honored Meals on Wheels volunteers at its annual volunteer appreciation event April 17 at Bethesda Christian Church in Sterling Heights.

Published May 2, 2018

1969 Firebird convertible is fun on four wheels

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Four years ago, Shelby Township resident Ken Savage was on the hunt for a 1960s convertible muscle car.

Published May 2, 2018

Parkway to serve up food trucks, more at festival

Food will be the driving factor at Parkway Christian School May 4 when the school holds its 11th annual Parkway Christian School Food Fest/Fun Festival.Read More

Published May 2, 2018

Spruce up your front porch with tips from local designers

METRO DETROIT — Enticing visitors with a cozy front porch isn’t as hard as it seems. Local designers have tips to stay with trends, create an inviting space and purchase materials for all elements.

Published May 2, 2018

Family’s struggle with Alzheimer’s inspires art contest winner

Fears and memories are the seeds that have inspired countless pieces of art, and for Carla Villalvazo, they recently sparked her award-winning ballpoint pen and watercolor composition, “Forget Me Not.

Published May 2, 2018

Local experts discuss precautions for endangered plant species

METRO DETROIT — When you think about endangered, native plant species and how you could help with conservation efforts, you might not have to look too far.

Published May 2, 2018

Students harmonize with award-winning music program

For Graebner Elementary sixth-grader Celine Fakhoury, music class is more than a chance to learn how to play the flute. It’s also a chance to build her music skills, to practice, and to look forward to playing like the junior high and high school students.

Published April 30, 2018

Rizzo gets prison time in corruption case

METRO DETROIT — Following years of corruption that spread throughout and beyond Macomb County, Charles “Chuck” B. Rizzo was sentenced April 23 to 66 months behind bars.

Published April 28, 2018

President Trump touts bringing back auto jobs, supporting farmers in visit to metro Detroit

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP — President Donald Trump believes he has made moves since he took office last year that have been beneficial to metro Detroit voters, and now he is asking them to hit the polls this year to get more Republicans in the House of Representatives and Senate.

Published April 25, 2018

Westbound Interstate 696 closures to begin April 27

ROSEVILLE — The Michigan Department of Transportation announced April 20 that the Interstate 696 construction project closures will begin at 9 p.m. April 27.

Published April 25, 2018

Utica High actors get musical with ‘Camp Rock’

Utica High School theater students are getting ready to rock April 26-28 when they bring “Camp Rock: The Musical” to the stage.Read More

Published April 25, 2018

Fire Dept. announces progress report on ALS transport

Among the Sterling Heights Fire Department’s runs to quench blazes, staff has been adjusting to its new advanced life support transport program while embracing future training and technology, according to Fire Chief Chris Martin.

Published April 25, 2018

K-9 Blitz gets retirement send-off

Though it happened around 10 years ago, Sterling Heights police officer Darren Steele still remembers when his K-9 police dog, Blitz, accurately tracked a burglar from the scent of an impression made in the snow.Read More

Published April 25, 2018

Council sifts through drain development debate

The idea to potentially redevelop a county-owned drain corridor into linear park space with a bike trail was again discussed at an April 17 Sterling Heights City Council meeting, even as some city officials complained about unclear information over the proposal’s status or fate. At a Feb.Read More

Published April 25, 2018

Get the details on auto detailing

METRO DETROIT — Sometimes the little details matter, and getting the specifics behind the best auto detailing package for your car or truck is no different.