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Kara Szymanski

C&G Staff Reporter – Shelby-Utica News

Published July 7, 2020

Group putting care packages together for Macomb County law enforcement

UTICA — Woman’s Life Macomb Angels Chapter 911 is hosting a fundraiser to support and show appreciation for Macomb County law enforcement agencies through its first Operation Back the Blue fundraiser.

Published July 7, 2020

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Utica police ID woman who allegedly defrauded local retailer

UTICA — The Utica Police Department is looking for a woman who allegedly defrauded a local retailer out of $3,000 using a quick-change scam.

Published July 7, 2020

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New telemedicine law aims to remove barriers, improve health care access

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A group of five bills that were signed into state law by the governor June 25 are intended to remove barriers and improve access to health care via telemedicine.

Published July 7, 2020

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Shelby Township home fire displaces family, including pet

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A Shelby Township family is now without a home after a fire broke out in their residence June 30 in the Bannister Lakes Subdivision, near 21 Mile and Schoenherr roads.

Published July 7, 2020

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Utica cancels Appetite For Art, Kids Fest for 2020

UTICA — After putting on the annual Appetite For Art festival, formerly known as the Old Mill Arts and Crafts Festival, for many years, it will not be held this year. In addition, the city’s Kids Fest will also not be held this year.

Published July 7, 2020

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Shelby Township Library’s summer reading program goes digital

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Library has decided to go digital with its summer reading program this year due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Published July 7, 2020

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Keep busy with Utica’s summer reading program

UTICA — The Utica Public Library’s summer reading program is back, and if you’re looking for some fun that will keep you busy during the next few weeks, you might want to check out the program.

Published July 7, 2020

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DIA Inside|Out program brings 6 reproductions to Utica

UTICA — If you’re looking for a reason to get out and get some fresh air, the Detroit Institute of Arts Inside|Out program has made Utica one of its homes for the summer. As of July 2, six high-quality reproductions of works of art from the DIA’s collection have been installed for visitors to admire.

Published July 7, 2020

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Shelby, Utica gyms remain closed due to Coronavirus

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — Local gyms were forced to close due to the coronavirus outbreak in March and were possibly to reopen June 25, but due to decisions by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Michigan gyms were ordered to stay closed just before they were to open.

Published July 7, 2020

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Utica seeing surge in absentee ballots ahead of election

UTICA — Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, more and more people are opting to vote through mail instead of going to the polls. The city of Utica is already seeing a high volume of absentee ballots being mailed in ahead of the Aug. 4 primary election.

Published July 7, 2020

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Protests continue in Shelby Township

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Tensions are high in Shelby Township as protests have been occurring often. The protests began last month after the Shelby Township police chief, Robert Shelide, was put on paid administrative leave after the discovery of concerning social media posts connected to him.

Published June 23, 2020

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Enjoy some yoga at the beach in Shelby Township after a long day

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A long workday or some stressful events can take a toll on your body and your mind. Why not take some time for yourself and get out of the house and into some fresh air?

Published June 23, 2020

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Utica summer flea market to return with new location

UTICA — With coronavirus-related restrictions being lifted, people are looking for fun things to do for the rest of the summer. The Woman’s Life Chapter 911 Macomb Angels will be hosting another summer flea market in Utica for people to get out and about.