FRASER — Plans for a new library building took another step forward April 9 when the City Council got a look at concept details and a funding proposal. 

STERLING HEIGHTS — A local school is offering some cute entertainment and the chance to win a trip to a west Michigan town.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Summer weekends start early in Sterling Heights. When the weather is warm, Thursday evenings are the time to relax and enjoy some outdoor fun filled with food, drink and entertainment. Called Dodge Park Thursdays, this signature city event revolves around three popular community staples: Music in the Park, Patios & Pints, and the Dodge Park Farmers Market.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Martin Brown has a million reasons to smile. Well, two million, actually. As the president of the Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation Board of Trustees and a founding member of the nonprofit organization, he’s witnessed the foundation go from an uncertain concept to a philanthropic cornerstone which now has more than $2 million in total assets.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Development of a new “flagship” city park picked up momentum this month when officials approved a $4.7 million construction bid.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A city-county partnership is quite literally paving the way for a new pedestrian trail in Sterling Heights.

STERLING HEIGHTS — With comments ranging from “outrageous” to “well deserved,” city officials April 7 approved a $25,000 pay hike for the city’s top administrator.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A volunteer board that focuses on quality-of-life matters for current and future generations is drawing praise for its efforts.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Road improvements, more firefighters and solar energy investment are highlights of the city’s spending plans for the upcoming fiscal year.

WARREN — A funny thing happened to Diane Young after her political aims fell short. She became a comedian.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Hit the road, Jax. That, essentially, was the decision the Sterling Heights Planning Commission made last month to a proposed car wash on the city’s west side.

STERLING HEIGHTS –– The Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation will look back and ahead at a public meeting this month.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights is no longer behind the eight ball when it comes to pool parlors.

STERLING HEIGHTS/MACOMB TOWNSHIP/MOUNT CLEMENS — A 17-year-old Macomb Township resident is facing adult criminal charges in connection with an alleged shooting in Sterling Heights.