Sterling Heights Sentry

Published September 6, 2018

Macomb County launches art appreciation map

MACOMB COUNTY — Want to find where all the local art is? Macomb County has a map for that. OneMacomb officials recently launched their newest digital resource, a map of all public art located throughout the 27 communities in Macomb County.

Published September 5, 2018

Horseback riding can renew physical, mental strength for kids

METRO DETROIT — Variety, the Children’s Charity of Detroit, has offered its 4-H Handicap Horseback Riding Program for children with cognitive and physical challenges for 40 years.

Published September 5, 2018

Oversized florals, gem tones define fall décor

METRO DETROIT — As the dog days of summer signal the season’s last hurrah, design experts are preparing to usher in autumn with new and existing trends.

Published September 4, 2018

Fire crew rescues senior from condo balcony

The Sterling Heights Fire Department moved quickly to rescue a local senior in August from a smoke-filled condominium’s balcony, according to authorities. The Fire Department got to work a bit after 11 p.m. Aug.Read More

Published September 4, 2018

Sterling police get ‘Happy’ in lip sync video

Sterling Heights police are inviting you to clap along if you feel like watching their dancing and antics in their recently released Lip Sync Challenge video. In late August, police published a video in which they perform lip sync choreography to the Pharrell Williams song “Happy.

Published August 31, 2018

MCC observes National Suicide Prevention Month

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Macomb Community College will be observing National Suicide Prevention Month during the week of Sept. 10-14 at both South Campus, 14500 12 Mile Road in Warren, and Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township.

Published August 30, 2018

City’s development, retail activity thrives, adviser says

Several new businesses are developing as planned amid strong retail trends, according to a Sterling Heights economic observer. During the Aug.

Published August 30, 2018

Walk honors memory of Tara Grant, supports domestic violence awareness

STERLING HEIGHTS — Turning Point’s 11th annual Tara’s Walk event is expected to draw a record number of participants hitting the pathways around Freedom Hill County Park on Saturday, Sept. 22, in Sterling Heights.

The passage of the SMART millage proposal in Macomb County stands after a recount only yielded a change in three votes, not enough to cover the 39-vote difference from the Aug. 7 primary election.

Published August 30, 2018

SMART millage recount ends with proposal still passing in Macomb County

MACOMB COUNTY — Service from the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation will continue in Macomb County after a request for a voter recount on the latest millage was withdrawn Aug. 29.

Published August 28, 2018

Sterling staff able to use new in-house clinic

Whether it’s helping manage chronic diseases like diabetes or treating acute maladies like colds or infections, Dr. Florence Thomas was ready to examine patients on the opening day of a new employee wellness clinic inside Sterling Heights City Hall.Read More

Published August 28, 2018

Food trucks to rally at Freedom Hill

Lovers of street food will hit the jackpot at the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual Food Truck Rally Sept. 6 at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill.Read More

Published August 28, 2018

Driver dies in early morning Mound crash

An early morning crash claimed the life of a Sterling Heights man Aug. 28, according to Sterling Heights police. Police said they were dispatched to Mound Road, south of Metropolitan Parkway, just after 2 a.m. Tuesday for an accident between a Ford Focus and a tractor-trailer.

Published August 28, 2018

With summer ending, road agencies progress on work

METROIT DETROIT — Oakland and Macomb counties’ road commissions scratched beyond the surface of their scheduled road repair tasks for this construction season, but they say many projects still have months to go.

Published August 28, 2018

Flooring options abound as experts have their say on styles

METRO DETROIT — When it comes to flooring options — carpet, wood, vinyl tiles and more — there are endless styles and suitable prices to match.

Published August 28, 2018

Local experts share what it takes to be scary this fall

METRO DETROIT — Two weeks ago, actors from across metro Detroit filed into an old building in downtown Pontiac to see if they have what it takes to make a grown person cry. Maybe even wet themselves.

Published August 27, 2018

Recount filed following slim SMART proposal victory

MACOMB COUNTY — A local group is challenging the results of the recent Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation proposal in Macomb County.

Published August 24, 2018

College representatives sign articulation agreement

OAKLAND COUNTY/MACOMB COUNTY — Business majors who attend Oakland Community College or Macomb Community College and then transfer to Oakland University will be able to bring with them more credit hours than in the past.

Published August 24, 2018

CLPS, WCS continue with bond projects over summer

CENTER LINE/WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS/TROY — Construction crews have been busy this summer working on bond projects in both Center Line Public Schools and Warren Consolidated Schools.

Published August 24, 2018

Former military housing complex to become veterans home

MACOMB COUNTY — The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency recently acquired 103 acres of land in Chesterfield Township to build a new, state-of-the-art veterans home.