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EASTPOINTE — Three local residents who each run their own nonprofit organizations have teamed up in an effort to further support the community. Chineva Early, founder of the Bettye Harris Foundation; Robert Roscoe, founder of Lift Up A Child; and Edward Williams, founder of Let Me See Your Hands, are operating out of the same office building. On the afternoon of Oct. 10, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the nonprofits’ business office at the Kennedy Building, located at 18121 E. Eight Mile Road, suite 105, in Eastpointe.

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Photo by Patricia O’Blenes domestic and sexual violence through comprehensive A ribbon-cutting three nonprofits was held Oct. 10 emergenat the Kennedy kdemske@candgnews.com services and for resources. The agency provides Building, located and at 18121 E. Eight Mile Road, suite in Eastpointe. cy, support prevention services for 105, survivors of MOUNT CLEMENS — Taking steps this domestic and sexual violence, including an emergenmonth to highlight awareness of sexual assault, Turn- cy shelter, individual and group counseling, advocacy, ing Point Macomb is hosting its sixth annual fund- a personal protection order assistance program, and a raiser, Stepping Out With the Stars, April 29. forensic nurse examiners program. Turning Point strives to empower survivors of See TURNING on page 18A At the Oct. 16 Roseville Community cers. Officer Ed Kleinedler serves Roseville too. Schools Board of Education meeting, Rose- High School, and officer Kurt Latour serves “They’re very active in the schools,” ville Police Chief Mitch Berlin gave a presen- Eastland Middle School and Roseville Mid- Berlin said. “We believe in a proactive reTurning Point President CEO Sharman Davenport 2021 event with Stepping Out School.and A school resource officer isstands a po- at the tation on how the department is providing a dle sponse.” the Stars emceeatEvrod Cassimy, lice officerwith assigned to work a school in of WDIV-TV. police presence in the district. He added that the SROs work an eightcourtesy of Turning Point Police Department. One way of achieving that is through collaboration with thePhoto hour day, plus one hour of overtime to adthe work of the district’s two resource offi- School resource officers serve as mentors, See POLICE on page 6A

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dress any after-school issues that might arise. “If there’s an issue at a middle school or elementary school, they respond to it,” said Berlin, adding that the department funds the overtime. He shared information about how the department handles any potential school threats. “Every threat report, or rumors that come into the Police Department, is diligently investigated. The board knows and the administration knows that throughout the night we’ll be out there until 3, 4, 5 in the morning until we get it done and provide safety,” Berlin said. “If we don’t have the investigation concluded by the start of school, you’ll see the influx of police cars at the school that morning to provide a safe environment until we get it investigated.” During the meeting, Berlin also touched on the incident in which a Roseville Middle School student was severely injured when walking to school in April 2022. “As you know, we had a tragedy at Barkman (Street) and Martin (Road) last year. Since that day, we’ve assigned an officer every morning — not just for traffic control,

but also for school security,” Berlin said. “Our resource officer doesn’t get on duty until 7:15. We have an officer out there prior to that at 7-7:15 every morning to provide lights for the intersection.” The Police Department also worked with DTE and the Roseville Public Works Department to install new lights at the intersection, as well as in front of Roseville Middle School. “If you noticed also down Normal (Street), in front of the high school, we put up lights to increase safety measures for the traffic as well as the security of the school, staff and the students,” Berlin said. “Occasionally we have traffic issues we have to address. Occasionally, we do have to take enforcement action if we can’t get compliance.” Roseville Community Schools Superintendent Mark Blaszkowski commented during the presentation. “One other huge benefit by having the police in our buildings is they know our buildings,” Blaszkowski said. “They know where to go if there’s an emergency, whether it’s something in the athletic complex, they’ll know where things are. Or if it’s something in another building, they know where they’re at. Anytime that there (was) a terrible situation, that would reduce response time.” At the end of the presentation, Berlin

LEFT: Ed Kleinedler has been the school resource officer at Roseville High School for several years. BELOW: Kurt Latour serves both Eastland Middle School and Roseville Middle School as the school resource officer in Roseville Community Schools. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

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EASTPOINTE — The presentation “Japanese Balloon Bombs over Michigan” with Michael Unsworth will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society, located at 16600 Stephens Road. For more information, email mimths@mimths.org or call (586) 872-2581.

EASTPOINTE — The Eastpointe Memorial Library Mystery Book Club will meet at 2 p.m. Oct. 31 to discuss “Everyone in my Family has Killed Someone,” by Benjamin Stevenson. Register at the library or call (586) 445-5096. The library is located at 15875 Oak Ave.

HAUNTED PLACES AND PUMPKINS AT LIBRARY ROSEVILLE — Two Halloween-themed events are scheduled at the Roseville Public Library. “Haunted Michigan,” with Kathy Conder, will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 26. During the evening, Conder will combine her love of traveling with investigating the unknown as she talks about her experiences in some of the state’s most haunted places. Registration is not required. On Oct. 28, the library will host a pumpkin painting party from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Participants can bring a pumpkin; pie pumpkins work best. Library staff will provide the paints and supplies. Treats will be available, and guests will watch a classic Halloween special. The Roseville Public Library is located at 29777 Gratiot Ave. For more information, call (586) 445-5407.

EASTPOINTE — Tickets are on sale for the St. Basil the Great Catholic Church harvest dinner and raffle that will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Nov. 12. The church is located at 22860 Schroeder Ave. The dinner menu will include pork loin with au jus and gravy, harvest beef stew, mashed redskin potatoes, homemade applesauce and more. The event will include a live and silent basket auction, and a wheelbarrow of cheer. Tickets cost $25 presale or at the door. Tickets for children 8 and younger cost $5 each. Ticket sales will begin Oct. 28. Dine-in and carryout will be available. For tickets, call (586) 777-5610.

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ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — The Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe will hold its 20th annual Rumblin’ Tumblin’ Pumpkin Rolldown at the Spindler Park sledding hill in Eastpointe Nov 1. The event will begin at 6 p.m. sharp. Participants can roll their pumpkins down the hill to see how gravity works on their carved pumpkins. The pumpkins must be carved to participate. Spindler Park is located at 19400 Stephens Road.

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While the nonprofits are three separate entities and operate as such, Early, Roscoe and Williams also will share resources and contacts with each other that in turn will benefit those in need. “Teamwork makes the dream work. We work so well together,” Roscoe said. “The win is when we can help one family. We help one client and another client tells another client.” Guest speakers at the ribbon-cutting included Phil Rode, district director for Congressman John James, R-10th District; Macomb County Commissioner Sarah Lucido, D-Eastpointe; and Eastpointe Mayor Pro Tem Rob Baker. “They all have a desire to help other people, and that’s what drew them together,” said Sandra Maki, event coordinator director for the Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce, which helped organize the ribbon-cutting. “Their foundations are different, but they compliment each other, and they share their resources so they can build up Eastpointe and its citizens and bring them to a higher level.”

Maki said that the three charities assisted more than 1,200 people in July and 1,000 people in August. One event that helped was the community baby shower held July 22 at Gianna House in Eastpointe. In addition, all three organizations participate in the Metropolitan Detroit Diaper Bank and pool their resources to provide sanitary products for women. Early, Roscoe and Williams are all members of the Eastpointe Community Schools Board of Education but are prohibited from discussing school business without a quorum. Early holds a doctoral degree in management with a concentration in nonprofit leadership. She started the Bettye Harris Foundation in 2010 after her mother, Bettye Harris, died of laryngeal cancer, a head and neck disease. At the time, there wasn’t a lot of information about the disease, which prompted Early to start up the nonprofit. “We do different service projects,” Early said. “We also help with teaching other nonprofits.” One project within the Bettye Harris Foundation is Hat Not Hate, which is a national effort to stop bullying. The hats, which are distributed to schools, are handmade and must be 75% blue in color.

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That means, only 5,075 voters turned out to vote out of 26,668 registered voters. Over 21,593 residents could have voted but sat back and let 5,075 of their neighbors determine their local government.

No person shall park any motor vehicle on any residential street within the City of Roseville between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on any weekday if there is snow or ice on the ground with the following exception: The parking prohibition on residential streets for motor vehicles shall not apply to the Christmas holiday season from 12:01 a.m., December 24, through 12:01 a.m. January 2. In the event a Snow Emergency is declared, it is unlawful to park any vehicle upon any public street or private roadway. For further information, a copy of the entire ordinance is on file with the City Clerk. Respectfully submitted,

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its mission is to “Lift Up A Child to Their Ability to Achieve & Excel to Their Highest Potential.” The website also states that the nonprofit “is dedicated to assisting foster children transitioning into adulthood with self-sufficient capabilities.” When a family comes into the nonprofit, Roscoe and Harris conduct an intake

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“We donate them to the schools,” Early said. “We have resources as far as Ohio and Chicago.” For more information on the Bettye Harris Foundation, visit www.bettyeharris foundation.net. Roscoe is the CEO of Lift Up A Child, and Christopher Harris is the clinical director. According to the nonprofit’s website,

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gardeners, who maintain the various gardens throughout the property. The Garden Club meets on Tuesdays during the garden season. Newton said every Tuesday, approximately 16 members of the club come out to maintain the gardens on the grounds. There are also naturalists who volunteer to fight the invasive plants in the woodlands, Newton said. There are also squires, a group that is made up predominantly of men. The squires help with various maintenance tasks throughout the property, such as untangling and hanging Christmas lights, and painting doors. Volunteers with an interest in curating are able to get involved by assisting Meadow Brook curators with special projects. Curatorial volunteers help with the staging of exhibits, and assist the curator with moving of sensitive artifacts and fragile furniture. Curatorial volunteers receive special training to be able to handle historical artifacts. The estate also has opportunities for volunteers to digitize imagery and many other projects that are overseen by the estate curators. “On the interpretive side, which I closely oversee, I have hosts and docents who are really tasked with sharing the story of Meadow Brook with the general public and with private touring guests,” said Newton. “So, volunteers who are interested in communicating. They’re

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The Balkevitches take the car to local car shows, including Leason’s Dairy Bar and Grille in Warren and Autorama at Detroit’s Huntington Place. It’s also been a hit at many trunk-or-treat events. “People honk and wave. There are more people that love Halloween than I thought. People know the car because it’s been on TV and in magazines. Anytime it’s on TV, I get phone calls and text messages,” Balkevitch said. “Kids don’t always like to go to car shows, but they’re drawn to (the Ventura). They love it. They ask about the year and if it’s a race car.” And the classic car owner always lets parents and kids sit inside the car and take photos. “It’s just a fun car. I’ve always been doing it for the kids. A lot of kids love the smallest little details,” Balkevitch said. “The smiles on their faces mean more than anything. It makes you feel like you’re doing the right thing. Hopefully they’ll keep the classic cars alive.” Balkevitch also shows up at charity events with the car in an effort to help different organizations. He likes to share the car with others because of his own experiences with his children when they were young. “My kids both had head surgeries,” he

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interview to determine how to best support the child. “They may need food, housing and education,” Roscoe said. “We learn about their social and their psychological needs,” Harris said. “We focus on life skills, equity development and anything that’s appropriate for outpatient therapy. If the need is inpatient, we get them to the referral system.” Lift Up A Child also manages a car seat initiative. For more information on the nonprofit, visit liftupachild.org. Through Let Me See Your Hands, Williams wants to help burn victims who suffered fire loss and children who have been burned while they were abused. “My goal is to partner with hotels,” Williams said. “When we have victims burned out (of their homes), I can send them to a motel so they can get their mind right.” Williams will do what he can to provide resources to those families and individuals in need. Williams also plans to visit schools “to educate kids on fire safety.” He, too, wants to use Let Me See Your Hands as a way to mentor students at Eastpointe High School and Eastpointe Middle School. “I just want to let kids know there is a chance for you to make it,” Williams said. “Our children are looking for structure. They’re looking for hope. They need to have someone they can relate to.” For more information, visit the website letmeseeyourhands.org. Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045. NOTICE OF ELECTION CITY OF EASTPOINTE, MACOMB COUNTY, MICHIGAN TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023 To the qualified electors of the City of Eastpointe: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a City General Election will be held in the City of Eastpointe on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Local General Election will be conducted in all voting precincts for the purpose of electing candidate(s) to the following office: MAYOR (vote for not more than 1) • •

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ADDRESS 16225 Dort 30601 Calahan 18975 Church 18530 Marquette 18530 Marquette 18185 Sycamore 16700 Wildwood 18700 Frank 16335 Chestnut 20033 Washington 16250 Martin 18851 Mc Kinnon 29777 Gratiot 19310 E. 14 Mile 17017 E. 12 Mile 18185 Sycamore 16700 Wildwood 18700 Frank

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FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Roseville will be voting on the following proposal: Municipal Facilities Bond Proposal Shall the City of Roseville, County of Macomb, Michigan, borrow the principal sum of not to exceed Twenty Million Dollars ($20,000,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds, in one or more series, payable in not to exceed thirty (30) years from the date of issuance of each series, for the purpose of paying the cost of acquiring land and buildings for use by the City, and acquiring, constructing, renovating, furnishing and equipping various municipal facilities in the City, including, but not limited to, fire station or stations, library, court facilities and Department of Public Services facility, together with all related site improvements, appurtenances and attachments? If approved, the estimated millage to be levied in 2025 is 0.7444 mills ($0.7444 per $1,000 of taxable value) and the estimated simple average annual millage rate required to retire the bonds is 0.7028 mills ($0.7028 per $1,000 of taxable value).

Miranda Nicole Barconey Vicky Coleman Harvey Curley Wanda Moody Margaret Podsiadlik Nicola Strong

The Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Precinct 1. Eastpointe Community High School, 15320 Nine Mile Road Precinct 2. Eastpointe Community High School, 15320 Nine Mile Road Precinct 3. Bellview School, 15800 Bell Precinct 4. Eastpointe Early Learning Center, 23750 David Precinct 5. Michigan Military Museum, 16600 Stephens Precinct 6. Pleasantview School, 16501 Toepfer Precinct 7. Eaton Academy, 21450 Universal Precinct 8. Eaton Academy, 21450 Universal Precinct 9. Love Life Church, 17363 Toepfer Precinct 10. Love Life Church, 17363 Toepfer Precinct 11. St. Thomas Church, 23801 Kelly Road Precinct 12. Forest Park School, 18361 Forest Precinct 13. Spindler Park/Patriot Bldg., 19400 Stephens Precinct 14. Koepsell Elementary, 21760 Raven

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Sample ballots can be found at www.mi.gov/vote, or at the Eastpointe Clerk’s Office, 23200 Gratiot Ave. Eastpointe, MI 48021. BE IT NOTICED: Absentee Ballots are available for all elections; registered voters may contact the local clerk’s office to obtain an application for an absentee voter ballot. The Eastpointe Clerk’s Office will be open on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of accepting applications for Absentee Ballots. To comply with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), voting instructions will be available in audio format and in Braille. Arrangements for obtaining the instructions in these alternative formats can be made by contacting the Clerk’s Office in advance of the election. All polling place locations are accessible for voters with disabilities. The Clerk’s Office can be reached at (586) 445-3661 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. A PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST WILL BE CONDUCTED MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M., EASTPOINTE CITY HALL, 23200 GRATIOT, EASTPOINTE, MI 48021 FOR THE PURPOSE OF TESTING THE ACCURACY OF THE TABULATING ELECTION EQUIPMENT.

Mariah Walton Eastpointe City Clerk Published: Eastsider 10/25/2023

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023 The polling places for this Election is listed below:

• City Council - Three 4 year terms

Mary Hall-Rayford Michael Klinefelt

CITY COUNCIL (2 seats available) (vote for not more than 2) • • • • • •

ATTENTION ROSEVILLE VOTERS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: the General City Election will be held in the City of Roseville, County of Macomb, State of Michigan on:

The City Clerk’s Office will be open Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Persons qualified to vote by absentee ballot for the General City Election may vote in person at the City Clerk’s office up to 4:00 pm, on Monday, November 6, 2023. The Polls for said election will open at 7:00 a.m. and remain open until 8:00 p.m. of said Election Day. Respectfully Submitted,

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EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, a bicycle was stolen from a backyard in the 20000 block of Beechwood Avenue, in the area of Eight Mile Road and Gratiot Avenue, sometime during the morning hours of Oct. 7. Police were investigating.

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EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, an armed robbery took place in the area of Gratiot Avenue near Nine Mile Road at around 9:40 a.m. Oct. 7. The suspect allegedly robbed a victim at gunpoint. The suspect is described as a Black man in his late teens who stood about 5 feet, 8 inches tall with ear-length dreads. During the crime, the suspect reportedly was wearing a white winter coat with blue sleeves, jeans and tennis shoes with a red design. He was armed with a blue steel semiautomatic pistol, and he demanded money from the victim. When the victim informed him that she did not have any, he took her purse. The investigation is ongoing.

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EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, Eastpointe officers conducted a traffic stop at Eight Mile Road and Gratiot Avenue at around 11:15 p.m. Oct. 7. A driver was found to have two valid warrants for his arrest, but he refused to exit the vehicle when instructed to do so and resisted when officers tried to extract him from his vehicle. At one point, the suspect reportedly tried to take an officer’s Taser. After a brief struggle, the officer was able to retain possession of the Taser, but the suspect managed to put the vehicle in drive and flee the scene, leading to a vehicle pursuit. Once the pursuit reached dangerous

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EASTPOINTE — According to a police report, an armed robbery occurred in the alley near Nine Mile Road and Gascony Avenue at around 10 a.m. Oct. 15. The suspect stopped the victim while the victim was riding a minibike and held the victim at gunpoint with a black pistol. The suspect ordered the victim to give him the minibike. The victim complied, and the suspect fled on the bike. The suspect is described as a Black man, in his late teens, with a light complexion, wearing blue or grayish jeans, and a green hooded sweatshirt with black writing on the front. The investigation is ongoing. If you know more about these crimes or others, call Eastpointe Police at (586) 4455100. — Andy Kozlowski

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rates of speed, the chase was terminated, but a short time later, the suspect was located in his vehicle by Warren police. Another car chase ensued. A Michigan State Police helicopter was able to spot the suspect and follow him, and the suspect attempted to flee the scene on foot in Detroit. After a short foot chase, the suspect reportedly was apprehended by Eastpointe and Warren officers. At press time, the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Officer was determining appropriate charges. Eastpointe police said that the suspect also discarded a firearm while fleeing officers, which was subsequently recovered. The suspect will be arraigned at the 38th District Court.

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the general public, they also represent a really important source of manpower and hours. So with their talent and with the time that they give us, it would be a big challenge to hire that many people to come in (to) help us with those kind of projects and with the kind of work they do, so they are really crucial to a nonprofit like us.” The DIA is currently seeking volunteers for positions such as ushers at the Detroit Film Theater, gallery information and gallery service voluntary positions, as well as in the museum shop committees. Volunteers at the DIA are required to commit to 50 hours of service per year, which equates to four hours a month. Volunteers are also required to attend scheduled training, meetings and enrichments. The DIA offers flexible schedules, with two to four shifts available every day. Shifts are available in one- to four- hour increments. “Volunteers are welcome to volunteer as often as they like. We have volunteers who come in weekly, monthly, or just as their schedules allow,” said Phil Rivera, the director of volunteer services for the DIA. “There are no educational requirements to volunteer — simply an interest in art and service to the community.” DIA volunteers are required to become members of the DIA at any level and to pay annual committee dues ranging from $5-$50, which go toward defraying the cost of committee activities. This includes off-site enrichments, guest speakers, supplies, etc. Volunteering is open to people age 18 or older. Currently, just over 500 people volunteer at the DIA. Of those, approximately 85% are age 55 or older, and 65% are over age 65. On an average day, 15-25 volunteers are needed to facilitate operations, depending on what is going on at the museum. “While we do not exclusively recruit senior volunteers, we have found that seniors tend to volunteer more actively at the DIA due

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people who have helped him. “Thank you to David Pemberton. I got the car and motor from him,” Balkevitch said. “Keith Domijan, he helped me troubleshoot it.” Domijan has since died. Balkevitch continuously works on the car to keep it in tip-top shape. He knows cars pretty well. “My dad was a mechanic. I always helped him work on cars,” said Balkevitch, who inspects the Ventura every week. “You never know what could go loose or break.” He takes the Ventura out every week. “It’s a good stress reliever,” Balkevitch said. “If you have a bad day at work, you can get in your car and go for a ride.” Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.

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Dave and Cindy Kupinski have both found ways to share their expertise and knowledge with the community. The married couple help people, but in different ways. Dave is a master auto mechanic and owner of D & P Auto at 26022 Schoenherr Road in Warren. Dave and his skilled staff provide complete auto service, oil changes, brakes, alignment and more. “We work on everyday cars but he specializes in hot rods,” Cindy said. While Dave is busy helping customers in the downstairs garage, Cindy recently opened Healing Choices upstairs. Healing Choices is a resource center for domestic violence survivors. Dave’s story in auto repair dates back to when he became a licensed mechanic while still a teenager. In the year 2000, he opened D & P Auto at Martin Road and Gratiot Avenue in Roseville. After 19 years in that location, the Kupinskis bought a building at Groesbeck Avenue and Hayes Road in Roseville. After four years, Dave found the building in Warren and the family business moved out of Roseville into its current location at Frazho and Schoenherr roads. With so many people welcoming them to the neighborhood, they feel right at home. “Our loyal customers/family followed us

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Comes with: Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Mild Peppers

Little Italy Pizzeria

Tax and delivery additional charge. Not to be used with any other coupon. Must present coupon. Limited time offer.

Plus Tax

1 Pizza with Cheese & 3 Toppings

Pickup or Delivery

LITTLE ITALY CLASSIC PIZZA

CAULIFLOWER CRUST

GLUTEN FREE PIZZA

1 Pizza with Cheese & 1 Toppings

Now Offering Cauliﬂower Crust Pizza! 1 Small Round Cauliﬂower Crust Pizza with Cheese + 1 Item

Now Offering Gluten Free Pizza! 1 Small Round Gluten Free Pizza with Cheese + 1 Item

Pickup or Delivery

Small Pizza

Medium Pizza

Large Pizza

Small Pizza

Medium Pizza

Large Pizza

$ 99 $

All Pizzas Plus Tax

6 Slices

99 $

Little Italy Pizzeria

10 Slices

8 Slices

99 $

Tax and delivery additional charge. Not to be used with any other coupon. Must present coupon. Limited time offer.

6 Slices

10 Slices

8 Slices

99 $

Little Italy Pizzeria

Tax and delivery additional charge. Not to be used with any other coupon. Must present coupon. Limited time offer.

WE TRY TO KEEP OUR PRICES CONSTANT BUT CANNOT GUARANTEE WHEN PRODUCT PRICES SPIKE UP DATE PRINTED JANUARY 2023

Plus Tax

Little Italy

Plus Tax

Little Italy

Pizzeria

Tax and delivery additional charge. Not to be used with any other coupon. Must present coupon. Limited time offer.

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PRINTERS ERRORS WE REQUIRE OUR DRIVERS TO DRIVE CAREFULLY

0148-2330

PIZZA SPECIAL

Eastsider

October 25, 2023

SPOOKTACULAR SAVINGS LAST WEEK TO CARVE OUT A SCARE-TASTIC DEAL! 2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT

2014 FORD C-MAX SE

2015 FORD FUSION HYBRID S

2016 FORD MUSTANG PREMIUM

• 41K MILES • POWER WINDOWS/LOCKS

• 22K MILES • BLIND SPOT MIRRORS • KEYLESS ENTRY

• ONLY 27K MILES • KEYLESS ENTRY • BACK-UP CAMERA

• LEATHER • LOADED

STK# Z25526

12,993

STK# Z25883

STK# Z26548

14,993

STK# ZP71764A

14,793

2014 CHEVROLET VOLT

2017 DODGE DURANGO SXT

2016 CHEVROLET COLORADO Z71

2020 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED

• ONLY 15K MILES • KEYLESS ENTRY

• ALL WHEEL DRIVE • 3RD ROW SEAT • POWER DRIVER’S SEAT

• 4X4 • DURAMAX DIESEL • BACK-UP CAMERA

• 4X4 • LEATHER HEATED SEATS • HEATED STEERING WHEEL • 33K MILES

STK# Z26710

15,792

STK# Z26549

19,993

14,993

STK# Z26199A

20,993

STK# Z26332

21,893

2021 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUIDE LUX

2022 TOYOTA CAMRY LE

2021 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO E

2020 RAM 1500 BIG HORN/LONE STAR

• 34K MILES • LEATHER • HEATED SEATS

• ONLY 18K MILES • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

• ONLY 19K MILES • HEATED SEATS • HEATED STEERING WHEEL • REMOTE START

• NIGHT EDITION 4X4 • HEATED SEATS • HEATED STEERING WHEEL • 20” BLACK WHEELS

STK# Z25806

22,793

STK# ZP72291A

25,592

STK# Z25929

28,893

STK# Z26126

31,993

OVER 300 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM!

VEHICLES UNDER $11,000 6,591

2009 PONTIAC VIBE

6,591

2014 JEEP PATRIOT

2014 FORD FUSION

2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE

2011 FORD FOCUS SE

Stock #ZC24911A • 159K Miles Stock #ZC26796A • 92K Miles

2013 CHRYSLER 200 S CONVERTIBLE

2011 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT

2015 CHEVROLET TRAX LT

7,991

Stock #ZC26164A • 125K Miles

Stock #ZC27094A • 111K Miles

Stock #ZC25954BA • 144K Miles

7,991

8,991

Stock #ZR73022A • 105K Miles

9,591

Stock #ZR72608A • 128K Miles

9,991

Stock #Z27343 • 104K Miles

2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4X4

Stock #ZC26061A • 172K Miles

10,591

READY TO SCHEDULE A TEST DRIVE? VISIT US TODAY!

Save BIG on a RelIaBle vehIcle!

*Photo may not represent actual sale vehicles. Plus title, tax, plates, doc and CVR fees. Vehicles available at time of printing and may be subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions may apply, see dealer for details. Sale ends 10/31/2023. 0174-2343

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2021 CHEVROLET TRAX LT

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2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT D SEAT

T E STAR

HEATE

REMOT

18,988

2021 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LS T E STAR

POWER

• REMOTE START • 30K MILES

• SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT • STABILITRAK • 31K MILES STK# C25169

20,488

2020 CHEVROLET BLAZER LT HEATE

• CHEVROLET INFOTAINMENT • ONLY 25K MILES

• REMOTE START • CHEVROLET INFOTAINMENT

20,788

2020 GMC SIERRA ELEVATION E CAB

DOUBL

• 2.7L ENGINE • REMOTE START • HEATED SEATS STK# C25631

33,188

2021 CHEVROLET CAMARO 1LT ILES!

20,488

2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LT 4X4

STK# C25423

36,988

STK# C25181

24,488

2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LT CREW

STK# C25387

• REMOTE START • LOW MILES STK# C25125

20,688

2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO Z71 CREW

• 3.6L V-6 ENGINE • HEATED SEATS • 25K MILES

CAB

• REMOTE START • HEATED SEATS • 29K MILES

CAB

• V-6 ENGINE • REMOTE START • HEATED SEATS STK# CP70901A

27,088

2022 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LT D SEAT

CAB

HEATE

• 4X4 • HEATED SEATS • BEDLINER

• 4X4 • CREW CAB • 21K MILES • SPRAY IN BEDLINER

STK# C25795

STK# C25088

33,888

34,288

2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER RS

2022 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LT

2019 CHEVROLET TAHOE PREMIER

ALL W

• 6.2L 455HP V-8 ENGINE • RARE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANS

2020 CHEVROLET BLAZER LT

RIVE

HEEL D

KM ONLY 6

23,988

CREW

STK# C25201

REMOT

STK# C25696

S D SEAT

HEATE

T E STAR

S D SEAT

REMOT

STK# C25376

TE LIFTGA

2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT

• REMOTE START • HEATED SEATS • BLIND ZONE ALERT

STK# C25150

2021 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT

CREW

• 3.6L V-6 ENGINE • HEATED SEATS • BOSE AUDIO • 26K MILES STK# C25239

37,988

CAB

D SEAT

COOLE

• 5.3L V-8 ENGINE • 4X4 • HEATED SEATS • 21K MILES STK# C25108

44,388

35,388

• SUNROOF • REAR DVD • LOADED! STK# C25311

50,488

*Plus title, tax, plates, doc and CVR fees. Vehicles available at time of printing. No Salvage or branded titles. Certain restrictions may apply, see dealer for details. Limited Powertrain Warranty is on certified vehicles from original in-service date and whichever comes first, time or mileage. 2 years or 24,000 miles of scheduled vehicle maintenance is on certified pre-owned vehicles, includes oil and filter changes, tire rotations and multi-point inspections. Sale ends 10/31/2023. 0171-2343

EASTSIDER, October 25, 2023 - 3B

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Autos Wanted

Auctions

For Sale

OFFERINGS AROUND MICHIGAN

Come shop “The Conservatory” and find a treasure of antique, vintage and unique items. Located at 38807 Harper Ave., Clinton Township, the large shop showcases the collections of many vendors, with furnishings that are refurbished and others reinvented. Open TuesdayFriday, 10:00-6:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00-5:00 p.m.

Real Estate Wanted WE BUY HOUSES In Any Area, Any Condition, Any Price Range. Fast, Hassle Free Closing.

586-250-2775

Homes For Rent ST. CLAIR SHORES Clean, 3/Bedroom, Brick Ranch, 1,000/sq.ft. w/Full Basement, Hardwood Floors, 2/Car Garage, New-Furnace, Central Air, Roof. No Pets! $1,400/mo. Available November 1st

Call 248-505-4869

Antiques & Collectibles BUYING

Coins, Sport Cards & Stamps Collections

Top $$$ Call 248-471-4451 Rummage Sale ST. JOHN LUTHERAN RUMMAGE SALE Nov. 3rd, 9-4pm, Nov. 4th, 9-1pm, 16339 14 Mile Rd. Fraser

Help Wanted General

Hiring for Direct Care Workers & Management!

Full and Part-time

0106-2326

in the Redford, Allen Park, and Livonia area AvailabilityAfternoons & Midnights Qualifications: HS Diploma or G.E.D, at least 18 years of age, and a valid driver’s license. Training preferred (CLS, M.O.R.C, or Wayne Center), but not required. Salary: up to $16.73 Call 313.539.4077 mc@creativeimagesinc.org

positions available. Must be dependable.

Please call

Alessandra Bridal

AUCTION Lawn & Garden, Motorcycles, Box Truck, Construction/ Farm Generac Generator, Power & hand tools, Sporting goods, Ammo, Collectibles, more! Online consignment auction. Bid now thru Oct. 27 at www.NarhiAuctions.com 810.266.6474

BUSINESS SERVICES METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime asphalt shingles. Steel and vinyl siding. Hail damage. Licensed and insured builders. Pole Buildings. Quality work for 40 years! AMISH CREW. 517-575-3695.

MATTRESSES Hardware, Tools, Building Materials, Trucks, Forklifts, Adjustable Bed Brand New Pickup, Enclosed Trailer with mattress. Made is U.S.A., and more! Valley Lumber in plastic, with warranty. cost $3,995.00, two day Live and Simulcast Retail auction November 2 & 3. 211 sacrifice for $875.00. Call South Elm Street. Owosso, MI for showing or delivery: 48867. Live bidding starts at DanDanTheMattressMan.com 10 a.m. Details and Bid at: Bid. 989-615-2951 SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC.com MEDICAL 1-800-835-0495 VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 50 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00! Excellent Gun & Ammo 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL Auction. Bidding Open! 400+ NOW! 888-835-7273 Hablamos Lots. Shipping/Inspection Espano Available, Bid Anywhere/ Anytime johnpeckauctions. MISCELLANEOUS com. Next Gun Auction AMISH BUILT storage sheds and November. Selling Guns? Call mini cabins delivered to your site John Peck 989-426-8061. anywhere in Michigan! Starting Michigan’s Premier Gun at $2,500.00 mynextbarn.com Auctioneers. 989-832-1866 Published: October 25, 2023

0043-2343

Help Wanted General

FULL/PART-TIME Experienced Bartender Needed, $6.00-$9.00/hr. plus tips, depending on experience. Apply in person after 3pm Champs Rotisserie and Seafood 20515 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Woods.

SAUTEE/LINE COOK wanted for high volume Grosse Pointe restaurant. $15.00-$18.00/hr. Apply in person after 3pm Champs Rotisserie and Seafood 20515 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Woods.

SUBWAY NOW HIRING

NOW HIRING SECURITY & HALL MONITORS *F/T Hall Monitors for local schools, Inside work, Weekends/Holidays Off, Immediate Openings!

586-803-0003

joe@riccosecurity.com

0264-2340

Crew Members, Managers & Assistant Managers. Restaurant & Management Experience Preferred. •Sign on Bonus •Competitive Pay •Advancement Opportunities •Flexible Scheduling •Friendly Work Environment

EXPERIENCED, Full-Time, Gardening/Landscaping Help Needed to Plant, Weed, and Maintain Flower Gardens. Work runs March-Dec, Wages based upon exp. Monday-Friday

CALL TODAY!

586-216-2124

Tom-586-747-4482

586.574.2233 0169-2338

Bathrooms

Brick Work

Cement

BATHROOM REMODELING

MOUTON'S MASONRY

A-D MASONRY LLC.

ELITE RENOVATIONS, LLC.

248-376-0988 Licensed/Insured References

THE bathroom of your dreams for as little as $149/month! BCI Bath & Shower. Many options available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Limited Time Offer - FREE virtual in-home consultation now and SAVE 15%! Call Today! 1-877-957-1264

Brick Work AA4DABLE MASONRY

586-822-5100

Chimneys, Porches, Steps, Flat-Work, Residential/Commercial/ Tuck-Pointing, Cultured-Stone, Brick-and-Any-Masonry Repairs/Needs. Accept all major credit cards. FALL SPECIALS up-to-30%-off! Senior-Discounts Free-Estimates! 30yrs-Experience

Any & all masonry repairs. Brick, block, steps, chimneys, porches-tuckpointing, Cement work, mortar-matching. 25-yrs experience. Free-estimates. References/Insured.

248-252-5331 586-944-3669

AAA BROOKSIDE

Porches, Steps, Chimney's, Tuck-pointing, Cultured Stone, Preventative Maintenance, Concrete, Custom Mortar Matching, Free-Estimates, Senior Discounts, 37 years exp.

586-241-9541

LOVELL MASONRY

Affordable/Professional Specializes in Brick-Work, Custom-Brick-Steps, Concrete, Brick-Mailboxes, Porch/ChimneyRepairs, Tuck-pointing, Paver Maintenance, Basement-Waterproofing, Free-Written-Estimates, Senior/Military-Discounts. 20yrs-Experience

586-873-8210 Filip Carpentry GOT ROT?

Rotten Wood Replacement Specialist All Types of Wood Repair Fascia, Soffit & Siding Painted to Match AMG Applied Services

586-323-0755

Carpet Cleaning

CARPET

WAVY-n-LOOSE?

We Power Re-stretch and Steam-clean For One Low Price Next-Day-Service Multiple Room Discount

Call Now

586-754-9222

ccarpetrepair.com

500-sqft. or more of installed concreteWinter is coming, Fall Special-up to 50% off Driveways, Sidewalks, Stamped-Concrete, Patio's, Aggregate Cement, All-Brick-Work, Porch & Chimney Rebuilds, Tuck-pointing, Military/Senior-Disc.

586-843-8543

# A-1 DRIVEWAYS Parking Lot Repair Cement & Asphalt Residential & Commercial

Driveway Experts FREE ESTIMATES • SENIOR DISCOUNTS CALL TODAY

ALLEN CEMENT

a.k.a "The Driveway Guy"

Established 1999 Driveways/Garage Floors/Patios, etc. Licensed/Insured Check out Allen Cement on Facebook!

Vern Allen

586-457-1300

586-604-5393 Licensed & Insured

0025-2242

Cement

VETERAN OWNED

Cement

586-781-4868

Elite Concrete Services, LLC. WE RAISE SETTLED OR SUNKEN CONCRETE PATIOS • DRIVEWAYS SIDEWALKS • FLOORS CURBS • PORCHES Commercial • Industrial Residential 1/3 TO 1/2 THE COST OF REPLACEMENT FREE ESTIMATES 0026-2242

Basic Bathrooms Starting at: $10,995.00 Experience of over 500-bathrooms across Metro-Detroit, Look at our work at: andyscarpentryllc.com

All Masonry Work Bricks, Stones, Pavers, Blocks, Porches, Chimneys. Tuckpointing. 26-yrs experience Insured, Free Estimates.

Cement

(248) 481-6919 (586) 731-7226

M & M CEMENT CONTRACTING "All Types of Concrete Work"

Exposed Aggregate Concrete Driveway Specialists Patios/Sidewalks, No Job Too Small Lic/Ins. Free Quotes!

810-523-9200 CEMENT-IT

Residential/Commercial Concrete Specialist Decorative Stamped •Driveways •Patios •Parking Lots •Foundations •Stamped Concrete •Exposed Aggregate •Demolition •Excavating •Insured

Cement

Cleaning Service

ROZE CEMENT LLC

586-747-2354

CONCRETE, MASONRY & LANDSCAPING

10% Off Pre-Spring! •Driveways •Patios •Brick/Stone •Pavers •Sidewalks Free-Estimates Requests: roze cementllc@gmail.com

Andre-586-354-7791

Chimney Service ALLTIMATE OUTDOOR SERVICES

•Chimney Cleanings Starting at-$130 & up incl. 21pt. inspection •Chimney-&-Porch Repairs •Brick-Replacement •Tuck-Pointing •Brick-Pavers •Retaining-Walls •Masonry-Repairs •Gutter Guards Senior-Military-Discounts

AAA Susie Q's Cleaning & Restoration The Only Master-Certified! Multi-Service-House Cleaning-Specialist! 30th-year/experience Wall/washing/windows, more services offered. Clean/Trustworthy Registered/Insured

CLEANING LADY

with 10-yr experience is looking for work. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly Excellent references. Flexible hours. Bonded & insured.

248-890-8830

586-719-1202

CHIMNEYS, INC $125 Sweep & Safety Inspection

•Repairs •Dampers •Caps •Crown Repair Next Day Appointment Available

586-431-0591

Drywall LAKESHORE DRYWALL Master Finisher Small and Large Repairs Small Hang Jobs Any Size Finish Jobs Done Perfectly Shon- 586-801-6190

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Licensed/Insured. 30-yrs.-experience. Call for free-estimates. Open 7-days a week 24/hrs-day. 10%-Off For Cash Now Accepting All Major Credit Cards.

Hotchkiss Electric

586-291-3143 Lic.#6211028

586-755-3636 Father & Son

Master Electricians

Dr. Electric

Same-Day-Service! All-Residential-Wiring, Change Fuse Box to Circuit Breaker Panel, Troubleshooting, Electric Vehicle Chargers, Backup Generator Transfer Switch, License# 6109094 Senior/Discounts! Visa/MC /Lic./Insured

CASTLE ELECTRIC

586-634-1152

(direct cell phone #) Panel upgrades, generators, hot tubs, 220 lines. ALL SERVICE Licensed & Insured Dependable, quality work! License#-6111359

586-563-6372 ELITE

HANDYMAN SERVICES Gutters/Gutter Cleaning, Brickworks, Concrete, Stamped, Aggregate, #1 Storm Door Fox Aluminum, Electrical. Ask About Our Other Services! Free-Estimates

• Wood Repair • Power Wash • Free-Estimates

Call Frank 248-303-5897 Home Repairs

VETERAN OWNED No Job Too Small! Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing. Licensed & Insured yourhandymeninc.com

586-447-2044

Hauling & Waste Removal ***AAA HAULING*** JUNK REMOVAL

Professional- We Wear Masks! We haul it all! Demolition Big & Small Residential/Commercial Rubber Wheel Dumpsters10, 15, 20-Yards, Clean-outs, Construction Material, Small-Moving, Appliances, Furniture & More! Lowest Rates!!! Free-Estimates Senior/Military Discounts

EXTERIOR REPAIRS LLC.

Since 1999 Roofing, Siding, Gutters and More! Reliable Ask, We Might Do It! FREE ESTIMATES

248-242-1511 Kitchens/ Cabinets/ Countertops

MR. BACKSPLASH ·CUSTOM BACKSPLASHES ·CUSTOM KITCHENS ·COUNTERTOPS *Granite*Quartz* ·Custom Bathrooms ·FIREPLACE TILE *FREE ESTIMATES*

586-552-5416

mrbacksplash.com

586-360-0681

MASTER

ucallwehauljunk.com

MARK ELECTRICIAN All types of residential electrical 100-200 amp panel-boxes, plugs, switches, repair, troubleshoot, relocate. Interior/Exterior LED-recess lighting, ceiling fans. Licensed/Insured Lic#6326463

586-563-6372 Garage Door Service

GARAGE DOOR TUNE UP SPECIAL $80

• Garage Doors, Openers Installed/ Serviced, Broken Springs Repaired! • Entry, Storm Doors, Patio Doors Installed/Serviced

CALL JAMES THE DOORMAN at

586.215.8138

0096-2332

Gutters *”STEVE'S SEAMLESS GUTTERS”. Made & installed on the spot. 5”&6” Gutter Cleaning. Tree trimming, exterior painting, power washing.

586-778-3393 586-531-2111

A.M.G. Gutters & Downspouts. Owner operated. Seamless gutter installation and repair specialist. Builders License #2101202369 www.amgapplied services.com Fully Insured

586-323-0755

ELIMINATE gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-866-495-1709

GUTTER, POWERWASHING, & WINDOW CLEANING Veteran/Firefighter Owned/Operated championwindow cleaning.net

248-881-5093 GUTTERS & WINDOW CLEANING INSURED TOM MICOLI

313-656-9402 Handyman Services A#1 GUTTER SERVICES: Now Scheduling Cleanings. Nov 13th-Dec 8th, 8am-12pm or 12p-4pm Clean/Repair Install Guards Exterior Handyman Helpers Wanted

248-892-1927

BURLY GUYS JUNK REMOVAL

removes ANYTHING! Appliances, furniture, basement cleanouts, hoarders all welcome! Call or Text

248-224-2188

**CLUTTER GUY'S**

Removal-Experts Residential/Commercial Houses/Offices Garage/Storage-Areas Efficient Courteous Workers Reasonable-Rates Free-Estimates NEED CLUTTER REMOVED? LET US DO THE WORK!

586-258-6672

Heating & Cooling AFFORDABLE Furnace Repair Greg's Heating LLC Services all makes and models Service call is 89.00 10% senior discounts

586-422-8528 Home Improvement

COMPLETE, QUALITY, Custom Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling, Framing & Finish Carpentry, References Available, Senior Discounts.

Call Style Line Remodeling

586-354-7549

Landscaping & Water Gardens DOLL'S LANDSCAPING

Sod Installation, Shrub & Tree-Trimming, Planting, Removal. Mulch, Garden Retainer Walls, Porch Steps, Raise Backyards/Drain Tiles, Pavers, Powerwashing Sealing, Power rake, Aeration, Seeding, Debris Removal

586-634-0033 ALLTIMATE OUTDOOR SERVICES

Drainage System Professionals New-Construction, Yard-Drainage, Grading, Sod/Seed, Retaining Walls/Walkways/Patios, Senior/Military-Discounts Credit-Cards-Accepted

Free-Estimates

586-719-1202 ROBIN'S

GARDENING SERVICE Weeding, Compost, Mulch, Shrub-Trimming, Butterfly Gardens Our Specialty.

586-295-4999 TOTAL BRICKPAVING LANDSCAPING PROS

586-420-3531

Brickpaving, Patio, Walkways, Driveways, Porches, Repairs, Powerwash, Rock Installation, Mulch, Sod, Complete Landscape Design.

Financing Available

FREE Camera with Drain Cleaning

Restriction May Apply

Lawn Maintenance

2023 Fall 586-260-5218

Commercial/Residential *Snow Removal *Full Salting Services *Full Landscaping/Design *Fall Clean-up & Debris Removal *Aerating & Thatching. brighthorizonservices.biz

586-489-9226 Donʼs Lawn Service -Lawn Cutting -Bush & Tree Trimming -Leaf Clean-up -Snow Since 1979!

SUPREME OUTDOOR SPECIALISTS Fall-Clean-ups, Lawn Maintenance, Landscaping, Pavers/Patios, Retaining-Walls, Shrub/Tree-Trimming & Removal, Mulching, Sprinkler Blow-Outs, Gutter-Cleaning, Snow Removal, 35-Years in Business Free-Estimates

586-727-3924

Painting

586-792-3117

PETE'S PAINTING FALL SPECIAL! 10% OFF Specializing in Great Rooms, Special Pricing For Decks, Interior/Exterior, Residential/Commercial. Special pricing for vacant homes. Senior Discount, Free-Estimates, Insured.

PAINTING by-GPC

MASTER-PAINTER DRYWALL/PLASTER •Restoration/Repairs •Painting! •Painting! •Interior/Exterior •Wallpaper Hanging •Wallpaper Removal Senior-Rates We-Do-It-All! B.B.B/A+Rating 30-yrs, Licensed/Insured Free-Estimates Owner-Robert

586.899.3555 (Direct) 248.566.6460 (Office)

(586)229-4267 American Painting

MICHAEL NORTON BUILDER

Family Owned & Operated

Repairs & Installation Master Plumber • Fully Licensed & Insured Senior Citizen & Military Discounts 100% Guarantee

Complete Interior/Exterior

REFERENCES AVAILABLE

Roofing

Motor City Plumbing & Drain

2 BROTHERS PAINTING

734-444-3387

YOUR HANDYMEN INC.

Plumbing

Painting

•Residential/Commercial •Interior •Power Washing •Insurance •Drywall •Plaster Repair •Clean-outs •Home Repairs •Senior-Discounts. •Guaranteed-Work. •25-yrs Experience.

$50 OFF Sump Pump Installation * $30 OFF Any Plumbing Service

0355-2235

BEST-Price-Period

Handyman Services

0325-2302

Electrical

888.572.0928 586.585.1862 www.MotorCityPlumber.com

Windows-SidingGutters-Roofing All Phases of Home Renovation $500-Off Any Complete Roof or Siding Job Free-Estimates Licensed/Insured Specializing in Insurance Claims Family Owned/Operated Since 1965

586-436-9600

CITY ROOFING

Painting

Plumbing

(586)795-8122

PEAK PAINTING

586-757-4715 ABSOLUTE PLUMBING

-Commercial & Residential Roof Repairs -Full Roof Replacement (Shingles) -Flat Roof Replacement -24/7 Emergency Repairs -Eavestroughs (Gutters) and Leaf Guard Installations.

Drain Cleaning Special

cityroofinginc@gmail.com

Licensed/Insured

AAA all star repairs as low as $225.00* Gutter repairs, Flat-roofs, Reroof, New-roof, Residential /Commercial Call Silversmith Maintenance

Chris Cronin Painting & Staining Inc. Professional quality. Interior-exterior. Power-washing, deck sealing. Insured, References. Free estimates. MC/VI/DC/AX accepted.

ANDERSON Painting & Carpentry Complete Interior/Exterior Services Plaster/Drywall & Water Damage Repairs. Wood-Staining. Wallpaper-Removal. Kitchen/Cabinet Refinishing Insured/References. Free-Estimates

586-354-3032 248-974-4012

DʼAchille Painting & Decorating

3-generations of comprehensive-service. Extremely-neat, meticulous-prep. Wallpaper/removal/installation. Interior/Exterior. Free-estimates & consultation Licensed/Insured. Nate/Mark,

586-855-9766 586-839-0334 586-343-4005

KELLY'S KITCHEN DESIGN

Cabinet Painting Custom Cabinets Counter Tops & Everything in Between. Call/Text Us For Your Kitchen Transformation.

586-343-4005

Custom-Painting, Commercial/Residential, interior/exterior. Drywall-repair, paper removal, carpentry. 30-yr.-exp. Free estimates, senior discounts, insured. Credit-cards accepted.

586-722-8381 Now Hiring!!!

Family Owned Since 1990

$75.00 with ad. Complete Plumbing Repairs Senior Discounts, Lic#-8216443

VK PERFECT PAINTING Interior/Exterior Drywall, Plaster, Repair Free-Estimates Dedicated to Quality 25-Yrs Experience Call Bill

313-433-9400 586-746-9846 www.vkperfect painting.com

Plumbing

MASTER PLUMBER

Sewer & Drain Service. Remodeling, repairs, new installations. Free estimates, senior rates. 35+yrs exp. Call Paul

248-904-5822 Lic.#8109852

586.421.5520 586.524.6752 ANDY'S PLUMBING

25-Years Experience Licensed/Insured Call Us Today For All Your Plumbing Needs!! Serving The Tri-County-Area

10%/Senior/Military/Discounts

Lic#-8004254

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Deck the Halls Christmas Auction: Doors and silent auction at 5:30 p.m., live auction at 6:30 p.m., also hor d’oeuvres, dessert and open bar, Athena Banquet Center, 25650 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, purchase tickets by Nov. 1, (586) 776-5520

OCT. 26

Haunted Michigan: Traveler shares experiences about places around state, 6-7 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (586) 445-5407

OCT. 28

Trunk or treat: 5-7 p.m., Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (586) 872-2581, mimths.org

NOV. 11

Craft show: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fr. James Bjorum Activity Center at St. Germaine Catholic School, 28301 Little Mack Ave. in St. Clair Shores, facebook.com/stgermaine school

OCT. 25

To view more events and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise, call (586) 498-8000.

Meet Blue Puppy: 5-6 p.m., East Court at Macomb Mall, Gratiot Avenue and Masonic Boulevard in Roseville, shopmacombmall.com

Veterans Day: Events starting at 2 p.m., Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (586) 872-2581, mimths. org

OCT. 28

NOV. 12

Pumpkin painting party: Bring own pumpkin but supplies and treats provided, also watch classic Halloween special, 2-3:30 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., free but registration required, (586) 4455407

OCT. 31

Halloween Storytime: For toddlers and preschoolers, costumes encouraged, 10-11 a.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (586) 445-5407

Drop Off/Open House Baby Shower: Benefits local Harvest dinner: Also basket and wheelbarrow of cheer pregnancy help centers, noon-3 p.m., event also raffle, 2-6 p.m., St. Basil the Great, 22860 Schroeder in includes refreshments and drawings for gift baskets, Eastpointe, tickets available Oct. 28, (586) 777-5610 Right to Life of Michigan Macomb Educational MACOMB MALLResource Center, 27417 Harper Ave. in St. Clair Shores, (586) Gratiot Ave. & Masonic Blvd. in Roseville 774-6050, MacombRLM@rtl.org www.shopmacomball.com 0133-2341

OCT. 29

Fall Fun Fair: Trunk or treat, games/prizes and refreshments, costumes encouraged, free and intended for kids in sixth grade and younger, 4-5:30 p.m., Metropolitan Church of the Nazarene, 18945 Frazho Road in Roseville, (586) 778-5010

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Rumblin Tumblin Pumpkin Rolldown: 6 p.m., sledding hill at Spindler Park, 19400 Stephens in Eastpointe, pumkins must be carved, rare-mi.org Big Bird Run: 10K, 5K and 1-mile runs, all runners eligible to win one of 20 frozen turkeys, 10 a.m., Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe, 18185 Sycamore St. in Roseville, rare-mi.org

NOV. 15

‘Hunger Games’ party: Snacks, crafts and activities for ages 12-18, also watch first movie (PG-13), 5-7:30 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (586) 445-5407

Drive-thru food banks: 2-4 p.m. every second and fourth Fridays of month, Covenant Missions Food Bank, 28491 Utica Road in Roseville, open to community and no appointment needed, erchamber.com

NOV. 20

Euchre Night + More: 6-8 p.m. every first Saturday of month, Metropolitan Church of the Nazarene, 18945 Frazho Road in Roseville, bring finger foods to share (drinks provided), metronaz.org/adult-ministry-events

NOV. 21

Indoor Park: Play program for ages 10 months-5 years old, 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays and Thursdays until Dec. 14, Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe, 18185 Sycamore St. in Roseville, (586) 445-5480, rare-mi.org

Deal Me In!: Learn hearts Nov. 20 and play Nov. 27, 6-8 p.m., Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., free but registration required, rosevillelibrary.org Japanese Balloon Bombs Over Michigan: Presentation at 2 p.m., Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (586) 872-2581, mimths.org

ONGOING

Blood drive: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe, 18185 Sycamore St. in Roseville, redcrossblood.org

Young Modelers Club: For ages 8-16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until April 20, 2024, Michigan Military Techni-

cal & Historical Society Museum, 16600 Stephens Road in Eastpointe, (248) 399-2386, mimths.org Book clubs: Booked for the Evening meets at 6:30 p.m. every first Thursday of month, Mystery Book Club meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Thursday of month, Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave., (586) 445-5407, rosevillelibrary.org Gamblers Anonymous meetings: 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday, Live Rite Structured Recovery Corp., 27700 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, (586) 217-5899, www.liverite structuredcorp.com Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, milupus.org/support-groups, (248) 901-7299 Health workshops: For chronic pain, high blood pressure and more, hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, beaumonthealth.digitalsignup.com

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NEWS AND NOTE ITEMS TAKEN FROM AROUND OUR COVERAGE AREAS Gasoline Alley car show helps local boy with cancer UTICA — When organizers put together this year’s version of the annual Gasoline Alley car show, they added an extra component with a pledge to provide support to local child Beckett Fowler, 3, as he fights cancer at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis Tennessee. Gasoline Alley took place Aug. 12, and Utica recently presented the Fowler family with checks totaling over $30,000 from the show’s fundraising efforts. The money was raised by the Utica Lions Club and USA Tire during the show.

AEW wrestler Danhausen added to fall comic con roster NOVI — The Motor City Comic Con has announced that AEW wrestler Danhausen will be a celebrity guest at its fall show Nov. 10-12 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Other guests added to the lineup include “What We Do in the Shadows” actors Harvey Guillen and Natasia Demetriou, and Pokemon voice actor Veronica Taylor. Comic writer and artist Tony Daniel and comic artist Rose Besch also have been added to the guest list. Motor City Comic Con is also announcing iCon Tournaments. The tournaments will offer guests a gaming lounge area where they can “meet friends and challenge new rivals.” They will be available every day of the convention, and prizes will be given out to winners of every tournament, according to a press release. “It’s all about competitive action and friendly combat,” the release states.

ROCHESTER POSED WINNERS ANNOUNCED

ROCHESTER — Downtown Rochester held its 11th annual Rochester Posed event Oct. 5. During the event, 20 participating businesses turned their storefront windows into live mannequin displays. This year’s theme for Rochester Posed was Heroes vs. Villains. Event attendees were able to cast a vote for their favorite live mannequin displays through phone polling. There was also a selected panel of judges that scored each window for the Judge’s Choice winner. The top three windows with the most texts for the People’s Choice are, in first place, “Local Heroes”/At Home Furniture; second place, “Mario vs. Bowser”/The Spice & Tea Exchange; and third place, “Mean Girls”/Kimi K Salon & Spa. The top three windows with the most votes from the panel of judges are, in first place, “The Witches of Wizard of Oz”/South Street Skateshop; second place, “Ariel vs. Ursula”/Rochester Bike Shop; and third place, “Alice vs. The Queen of Hearts”/Haig’s of Rochester. For more information, call the DDA at (248) 656-0060.

ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS AGAINST SMISHING SCAM

METRO DETROIT — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning residents about fraudulent smishing text messages with an alleged delivery notification and tracking link, purporting to be from the U.S. Postal Service. Smishing is when the scammer entices the victim by claiming a victim must provide them with a password, account number, or even Social Security number to stop an alleged fraudulent transaction. Once this information is provided, the scammer can gain access to the device and any personal information stored on it, including email, bank, credit card, or other types of accounts including social media. Her office shared some advice to not be victimized in this way including to never share a phone number unless the person or organization is personally known; never assume a text is legitimate because it comes from a familiar phone number or area code, since spammers can use caller ID spoofing to make it appear the text is from a trusted or local source; never click on links in a suspicious text; and to never provide personal or financial information in response to the unsolicited text or a website linked to the message. To file a complaint with the Department of Attorney General, call (517) 335-7599.

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