Sterling Heights Sentry

Published October 23, 2020

Sterling Heights anticipates Mound reconstruction next summer

STERLING HEIGHTS — Commuters may find it a temporary hill to climb, but city and regional leaders are excited and optimistic about the approaching reconstruction of Mound Road and its long-term impact on the region.

Published October 22, 2020

Operation Blue Santa to make Christmas bright for local children

METRO DETROIT — Because police officers are often the first to see the impoverished situations some children live in, officers who worked with the late Collin Rose are trying to bring cheer, charity and kindness to less fortunate children this holiday season.

Published October 21, 2020

Family transforms Pontiac GTO into a winner

ROCHESTER HILLS — In 2003, Rochester Hills resident Mary Jane Pasko entered a contest at the local Farmer Jack grocery store.

Published October 20, 2020

State launches new weekly data on COVID-19 school outbreaks

METRO DETROIT — As students begin to transition to in-person learning, Michigan families can now see if there are COVID-19 outbreaks within their schools, colleges and universities.

Published October 20, 2020

Don’t let isolation lead to stagnation

METRO DETROIT — Many of us, fortunately, have been able to avoid contracting the dangerous COVID-19 virus.

Published October 20, 2020

Summer to fall transition is ideal time for closet makeover

METRO DETROIT — The leaves are turning colors and falling, pools are closed for the season, and we are still in a global pandemic.

Published October 20, 2020

Social media serves as saving grace for seniors in COVID era

METRO DETROIT — The list of essential items needed to get through the COVID-19 pandemic goes well beyond personal protection equipment.

Published October 16, 2020

Men charged with using robocalls to intimidate voters

METRO DETROIT — Two men described as “political operatives” by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office have been charged with crimes related to voter intimidation.

Published October 16, 2020

Musicians band together for the Pope Francis Center

METRO DETROIT — Under a broken movie screen amid bright lights and piles of concrete off to the side, the Orbitsuns finish their 10th take of Bob Seger’s “Sunspot Baby.”

Published October 16, 2020

Macomb County receives $2.5 million to combat opioid crisis

MACOMB COUNTY — Tens of millions of dollars were recently allocated to continue to support the opioid crisis response.

Published October 16, 2020

Police: Watch for signs of suicide in loved ones

STERLING HEIGHTS — As the end of 2020 draws nearer, the Sterling Heights Police Department is assuring the public that it is OK to seek help when thoughts about committing suicide arise.

Published October 16, 2020

CommUNITY Alliance proposal passes first hurdle

STERLING HEIGHTS — When it came to a plan promising unity, the Sterling Heights City Council voted in one accord.

Published October 16, 2020

City says ballot proposals will shape local representation

STERLING HEIGHTS — By Nov. 4, it may be clear whether Sterling Heights voters are for or against the city’s pair of “4 Years & 400 Signatures” proposals.

Published October 15, 2020

Regular inspections to uncover problems in the pipes

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb County Public Works Office doesn’t want to be caught unaware of a problem again.

Published October 15, 2020

Macomb County partners with Shipt for grocery delivery

MACOMB COUNTY — Local senior citizens can now avoid shopping centers amid a pandemic, thanks to a new program.

Published October 15, 2020

MCC Board of Trustees race on the Nov. 3 ballot

MACOMB COUNTY — There are three open seats for the Macomb Community College Board of Trustees race on the ballot Nov. 3.

Published October 12, 2020

Macomb County receives $2.5 million to combat opioid crisis

MACOMB COUNTY — Tens of millions of dollars were recently allocated to continue to support the opioids crisis response.

Published October 7, 2020

Voters decide nation’s, region’s future beyond 2020

In the Sentry’s coverage area, voters will decide presidential, federal, state and local races — as well as two city ballots proposal that could adjust signature requirements for running for office and potentially lengthen City Council terms — Nov. 3.