Sterling police say they’re dedicated to stopping OWI drivers
RECENT ANALYSIS SHOWS FEWER DRUNKEN DRIVING ARRESTS STATEWIDE
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
Sterling Heights police say they have been working to keep traffic enforcement strong, even as traffic safety analysts are pointing to a reported statewide increase in fatal intoxication-related crashes and fewer drunken driving arrests over a 10-year period.
A July 29 Bridge Michigan review of statewide traffic statistics revealed that fatal alcohol-related or drug-related traffic crashes have increased by around 40%, from 319 in 2014 to 445 in 2023.
The analysis also concluded that, within the same time span, police in Michigan have less frequently arrested drunken drivers — an estimated 25% decrease between 35,060 arrested in 2014 and 26,408 arrested in 2023.
Moreover, drunken driving arrests over that time period dipped in 67 out of 83 Michigan counties — in Macomb County, the decline was 15%, the report said.
Following the Bridge Michigan report, the Michigan Department of Transportation commented on the analysis in an email, calling the statistics “troubling.”
But Sterling Heights police Lt. Aaron Susalla, who is the lieutenant in charge of the department’s traffic division, had his own set of statistics to share for Sterling Heights.
FEEL THE RUSH
Sterling Heights Stevenson senior Jude Osanaiye (27) rushes against the Novi offensive line. File photo by Patricia O’Blenes
VANCE: TRUMP CAN ‘DELIVER SECURITY IN OUR STREETS’
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Surrounded by local law enforcement and airing his intent to “back the blue,” Republican vice presidential candidate and U.S. Sen. JD Vance stopped by the Shelby Township Police Department Aug. 7 to pitch Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s campaign platform on crime, immigration and more.
During Vance’s speech, he delivered sharp at-
tacks on the Democratic presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, whom he called “border czar.” The Ohio senator accused Harris of wanting to make it harder for police to do their job, and he blamed her for criminals entering via the U.S. southern border.
In contrast, Vance said former President Trump deported “illegal aliens,” partially built a border wall and “did not grant mass amnesty.”
Vance urged voters to help law enforcement by
See VANCE on page 6A
Sterling resident honored by OU, state for winning free speech contest
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
STERLING HEIGHTS — According to Oakland University student Emma Bowen, through the power of positive words, “We believe in ourselves to do incredible things.”
And Bowen, 21, from Sterling Heights, experienced just one more example of that in her life when her essay on the topic recently won Oakland University’s first-ever Student Freedom of Speech Contest.
The university says the contest is all about “promoting constructive dialogue on the role of free speech in American government and society.” The theme asked applicants to respond to the question: “Is freedom of speech a necessity in order to have a healthy democracy?”
According to the university, 55 entries came from students who submitted diverse media on the subject, including essays, videos, artwork and poetry.
In her essay, Bowen linked free speech to not just democracy, but also its reform. She cited Abraham Lincoln, Mahatma Gandhi, Win-
Photo by Erin Sanchez
Ohio Sen. JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, promotes former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign platform on crime, immigration and more while speaking outside the Shelby Township Police Department Aug. 7.
Photo provided by Oakland University
Oakland University student Emma Bowen, from Sterling Heights, second from left, receives a special tribute from the state of Michigan for winning a contest themed around free speech.
See CONTEST on page 20A
Splash pad to end season soon
STERLING HEIGHTS — There are only a couple of weeks or so left before the Dodge Park Splash Pad at Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road, closes for the year. The splash pad is slated to be open noon-8 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. TuesdaysSundays until Sept. 2.
Learn more about the splash pad and its rules by visiting sterlingheights.gov/1631/Splash-Pad.
Inside|Out exhibit throughout city
STERLING HEIGHTS – The city of Sterling Heights is a site for the Detroit Institute of Arts’ Inside|Out 2024 exhibit. Eight replicas of DIA artwork are on display as part of the Sterling Heights portion, including at the Upton House Museum, the Bocce Barn area, the Nature Center, the Community Center, and at Dodge, Nelson, Delia and Farmstead parks. An additional two replicas are located at Freedom Hill County Park.
According to the DIA, the display will stay up through October. Learn more about the Inside|Out program, including maps showing the artwork and their precise locations, by visiting dia.org/events/insideout-2024.
Library bookstore holds promotions for teachers
STERLING HEIGHTS – Teachers are invited to visit the Used, But Sterling Bookstore inside the Sterling Heights Public Library, 40255 Dodge Park Road, in August to get 10 free items. Items that have a price tag are not included in the promotion.
In addition, the bookstore is holding a special Homeschool Teacher Sale 1-4 p.m. Aug. 16 that also offers 10 free items without price tags.
The bookstore is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Learn more about the library bookstore by visiting shpl.net, or call (586) 446-2646.
MAKING THE CUT
ST. CLAIR SHORES — Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Fred Bartolomei, center, went a cut above July 26 when he donated his own hair to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan.
After growing out his hair for a few years, Bartolomei had his locks shed when he and Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido, right, visited Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, and toured its Wellness Center. Bartolomei and Lucido also met with Maggie Varney, center, founder & CEO of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan.
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan provides wigs and support services to children between 3 and 18 who are experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment, alopecia, Down syndrome, burns, lupus, skin and blood disorders and more.
Bartolomei’s donated hair will become a wig for a Michigan child in need. He received a certificate that recognized his contribution to helping children.
Lucido is a friend-level sponsor of Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan’s
annual signature gala and a galaxy star member with his name on the Galaxy wall, which continues to support the cause.
For more information about Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, visit wigs4kids.org or call (586) 772-6656.
LOCAL PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS
Among the local contested Macomb County Board of Commissioners races, in District 5, Republican Don VanSyckel received 72.14% of the votes, beating Republican Pashko Ujkic’s 27.49%. No Democrats formally ran in the primary for that position, so unofficial write-ins were counted at 717 votes.
In the Board of Commissioners’ District 6, Democrat Matthew Smith received 54.7% of the votes, defeating fellow Democrat Ben Orjada, who had 44.86%. Smith will contend against Republican Joseph Romano this November.
Meanwhile, for the Michigan House of Representatives’ 58th District race, Republican Ron Robinson defeated Republican Roger Goodrich 67.7%-31.95%. Robinson will face Democrat Nate Shannon this November.
According to the Macomb County elections website, voter turnout in Sterling Heights precincts ranged from 8.02%26.02%.
Find more election coverage at candgnews.com, “Elections,” and see results by visiting macombgov.org/departments/ clerk-register-deeds/elections.
Susalla said in an email that Sterling Heights’ number of operating-while-intoxicated crashes increased from 71 in 2021 to 90 in 2022, and then declined to 79 in 2023.
So far in 2024, the department has documented 45 such crashes, Susalla said. He added that that statistically puts the city on the course of a “rate trending lower since 2022 on a yearly basis.”
“I believe this is due to our department educating the public with Public Service Announcements, overtime details which target OWI drivers and get them off the roadways prior to an accident occurring, and drivers being more responsible when it comes to not getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol,” Susalla said.
Susalla also said Sterling Heights has conducted an increasingly higher number of OWI arrests in recent years; 2021 had 128 arrests, 2022 had 199, 2023 had 273, and so far, the SHPD has made 161 OWI arrests in 2024, he said.
The lieutenant said the SHPD’s officers know the dangers that drunken drivers can create.
“With this concern in mind, our (offi-
cers) have training in detecting and investigating OWI drivers,” he said. “Putting this training to work, our officers are actively seeking to remove the dangers of OWI drivers from the roadways in Sterling Heights.”
According to Bridge Michigan, statewide, less traffic enforcement and a reported, estimated 2% decline in Michigan’s police officers between 2014 and 2023 were listed as possible factors behind the statewide statistics.
“There’s just less traffic enforcement,” said Jonathan Adkins, the CEO of the Governors Highway Safety Association, in the Bridge report, who added that some drivers are showing a “greater willingness to drive dangerously.”
“They don’t think they’re going to be caught,” Adkins added.
When asked whether police departments in general have been making road patrols less of a priority than before, Susalla said police departments now have many more responsibilities, such as social work, and helping treat mental health and addiction.
“With all of these provided services, officers are pulled off their road patrols for longer times to properly address these police calls,” he said.
But in the SHPD’s case, he said, there is
a specialized Directed Patrol Unit staffed by a sergeant and four officers whose mission is to patrol subdivisions and handle “any detail within our community that requires a specifically directed solution.”
“Our Directed Patrol Unit does not go towards our shift minimums and they do not get dispatched to the every day police runs, so they are spending their work day conducting constant road patrols,” Susalla said.
Susalla said the department has multiple ways for residents to submit traffic complaints for enforcement, including the SeeClickFix app, Facebook and Instagram.
“We always put the highest priority on
safety within our community, and knowing traffic issues can have an element of safety to them, we are always finding ways to increase efficiency,” he said.
“This allows us to target areas of concern, conduct traffic studies on those areas, and make modifications on signage and enforcement to curtail traffic issues on our roadways.”
Learn more about the Sterling Heights Police Department by visiting sterlingheights.gov and typing “Police Department” in the search bar.
Call Staff Writer Eric Czarnik at (586) 498-1058.
Sterling Heights police Lt. Aaron Susalla interacts with Elaina Eanoucha, 7, of Sterling Heights, during the Sterling Heights Police Department’s Aug. 7 National Night Out community outreach event.
Photo by Erin Sanchez
11-year-old girl, just in the past couple of months,” Vance said.
giving them a federal government that makes it easier for them to keep Americans safe.
“I’d ask you to vote for a candidate who wants to support our police officers, not make their lives harder,” he said. “I’d ask you to support a candidate who wants to make it easier to deport illegal aliens and not harder. I’d ask you to support the candidate who has shown that he can deliver security in our streets.
“We just have to give him the opportunity to govern, and that’s President Donald J. Trump.”
Local criminal cases mentioned
During the event, multiple speakers brought up local criminal cases that allegedly involved people who are unauthorized to be in the country.
Before Vance spoke, Shelby Township police Chief Robert Shelide said his department has faced three cases over the past few months that involved suspects who illegally entered the U.S.
“Two of those acts have been horrific, and the third involved an illegal Venezuelan who shot a coworker and has now since fled the state of Michigan,” Shelide said. “Public safety is everyone’s business, and we need leadership in Washington that supports that.”
Vance said that while Shelby Township is geographically far from the southern border, “It’s not far away from its problems.”
Vance mentioned a case in which the defendant allegedly sexually assaulted a minor.
“And I heard just earlier about a criminal who was deported from this community who came back in and then raped an
“I’m the father of a 2-year-old girl. I cannot imagine having a government that cares so little about you that they’re letting people who come into our communities get deported and come back in, and then they rape our children,” Vance said.
On July 30, the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office announced that a suspect identified as Joel Quintana-Dominguez, 32, from Shelby Township, was arraigned on three counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a person under 13 years old while the defendant is 17 or older.
Prosecutors said Quintana-Dominguez sexually assaulted a relative multiple times this year, and they also said he “has an immigration hold from the Department of Homeland Security.”
The office of Quintana-Dominguez’s listed attorney, Neal J. Brand, declined to comment about his client.
Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido also briefly spoke at the event and said that “in Macomb County, we follow the law,” including working with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on cases involving undocumented people.
“We need to be clear that bad actions by the undocumented should not have a chilling effect on those who came here legally, like our ancestors,” Lucido said.
“However, the problem today is that law enforcement is challenging enough without adding immigration issues into the equation. That should never have happened here. This onslaught of undocumented crimes has brought a drastic impact on our law enforcement partners,” Lucido said.
Vance
from page 3A
Photo by Erin Sanchez
Vance’s Shelby Township appearance was heavily guarded, occurring just weeks after an assassination attempt on Trump in Pennsylvania.
‘Unless you have a border, there is no peace’
When Vance followed his remarks with a press conference, C & G Newspapers asked about comments Vance had made earlier that week.
In a discussion with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt, Vance said “the Iranians have leverage over us,” and he suspected that “probably a number of Iranian-related militias” have terrorist agents who have entered the U.S.
In Shelby Township, Vance was asked about that leverage and if he believed that these agents could be plotting a terrorist attack in the U.S. similar to the Oct. 7, 2023, one in Israel. In response, Vance confirmed that he believes that Iranian-backed militia groups are in the U.S. “because we know thousands of people have come across the U.S. southern border who have ties to terrorism.”
“Well, it really endangers your country, and I fear we’re going to have a very bad headline here and a lot of people who could lose their lives because Kamala Harris refuses to
keep terrorists out of our country,” Vance said.
“It’s disgraceful, but it highlights the fact that unless you have a border, there is no peace and there is no security for American citizens, even in a place as far north as Shelby Township, Michigan.”
In a press release, the Michigan Democratic Party called Vance’s Shelby Township stop “a stunt visit where he will lie to Michiganders about his and Trump’s record and agenda.” The release also accused Vance of “making weird comments about people without children while constantly voting against reproductive care like birth control or IVF.”
MDP Chair Lavora Barnes predicted that Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her newly named running mate for vice president, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, would use a Detroit appearance that same day to present Michiganders with a “drastically different campaign and a brighter vision for a future they can believe in.”
“Don’t be fooled, Vance will only fearmonger and spread misinformation at his event — because Republicans know they don’t have solutions to offer Michiganders,” Barnes said. “This rally will make it crystal clear that he doesn’t understand Michigan and he sure doesn’t understand our values.”
CRIME WATCH
Thief asks for permission before stealing gas station sandwich
A worker at a gas station in the 40000 block of Van Dyke Avenue, south of 18 Mile Road, reportedly told police that a man grabbed a deli sandwich, asked an employee, “You mind if I take this sandwich?” and then left without paying early in the morning of July 28.
An officer wrote in a report that he saw the suspect on foot along Constitution Boulevard and interviewed him. According to police, the man admitted to taking the sandwich without paying for it and added that he forgot to pay.
Police said they cited the suspect for third-degree retail fraud and let him know he wasn’t allowed to return to the gas station.
Police shoo away solicitors at Schoenherr and Hall
Two men, including one wearing a yellow vest, were spotted by the intersection of Schoenherr and Hall roads July 28 allegedly distributing pieces of paper containing information about “their mission.”
Police added that one of the men allegedly attempted to get motorists to scan a QR code for money.
Police said they told the men they couldn’t pass things out in traffic and told them to learn about the permitting process and rules from City Hall. Police said the men left.
Man accused of gym weirdness cleared of criminality
Police said a worker at a gym in the 37000 block of Van Dyke Avenue, near Metropolitan Parkway, reported July 27 that several patrons were accusing a male gym member of acting “weird,” throwing around 90-pound weights and touching two women in a sexual manner.
Police investigated and concluded that the man neither sexually assaulted anyone nor did anything else illegal. Police said the matter was an internal one and took no further action.
Intoxicated person tries crossing Utica-Dodge Park intersection
Police said they checked out a situation involving an intoxicated person attempting to cross the intersection at Utica Road and Dodge Park Road just after midnight July 28. Police said the matter was handled.
Anyone who has more information about these events or general suspicious happenings is encouraged to call the Sterling Heights Police Department at (586) 446-2800. — Eric Czarnik
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Enhance the design atmosphere of any space at Consign Couture
Looking for that signature piece or design element to take any interior space to the next level? Look no further than Consign Couture Interiors & Inspiration.
Now celebrating three years on 18 Mile Road in Clinton Township, Consign Couture founder Rosemarie Baldwin said she wanted to create a personalized shopping experience offering consignment pieces, builder’s model merchandise and new furniture, home decor and oneof-a-kind gifts.
“When you come into my store, it’s somewhat of a treasure hunt,” Baldwin said. “The store is flled with national name brands, all at amazing prices. It’s perfect for very
savvy consumers who really know their brands.”
Baldwin spent 35 years in retail and was a vice president of visual merchandising and marketing for national retailers. She said she wanted to put that national experience to work at the local level.
At Consign Couture, you’ll fnd new high-end home decor items from brands including Uttermost — accent pieces, vases, statues, furniture and tables. Merchandise in the store on consignment bears famous brand names, including
West Elm and Pottery Barn.
“We’ve curated a selection of stylish and unique items, perfect for refreshing your space and treating your loved ones,” Baldwin said. “We have an extensive collection of funky items if you’re looking for something that makes a big statement in your decor. I love to enhance atmospheres, to tie rooms together and help designers make a bold statement.”
Baldwin said she’s already looking forward to the weeks and months ahead, and the interior
design inspirations that will change with the seasons. “What I’m really excited about is celebrating the fall season and a spectacular holiday season ahead,” she said. “I will be selling seasonal holiday things such as different lighted orbs, beautiful garlands, holiday candles, decor pieces, pillows and throws.”
Consign Couture Interiors & Inspiration is located at 16989 18 Mile Road in Clinton Township. For more about the shop and its wares visit consigncouturemi.com.
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ose who wait to book not only risk losing the best price. ey risk losing the chance to go at all.
“For example, for Alaska, now is the time to book for next year, because it was all sold out last year,” Leonardi said.
He said he’s putting together a group deal with Royal Caribbean for an Alaskan Cruise in 2025.
“And the Caribbean tends to sell out as well for spring break season. It’s the best time, the best weather. It’s incredible in the winter and in
the spring, as it’s past hurricane season,” Leonardi said.
When you book with Travel Time, Leonardi is your booking contact and your only contact. He personally takes care of everything, so all you have to do is relax on vacation.
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To inquire about booking your next trip through Travel Time Vacations & Cruises, call (586) 323-6100. For more information, visit 586travel.com.
WUJEK-CALCATERRA & SONS: Round-the-Clock Compassion since 1913
With 15 licensed funeral directors, totaling 350 years of combined experience, Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is uniquely qualifed to bring peace and comfort to grieving families in their time of need. And these aren’t ordinary funeral directors. Each one was specifcally sought out by the Wujek and Calcaterra families based on their individual talents and expertise.
Licensed funeral director Dominick Astorino, managing director at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, is honored to be a part of this exceptional team. “My colleagues and I are career professionals,” stated Astorino. “Most of us have been with Wujek-Calcaterra for over 20 years. We are dedicated to our career in a long-standing way.
“We also have an excellent collection of younger funeral directors. As the embalming professor at Wayne State University School of Mortuary Science, I have taught many of them. I see their potential from the frst day I meet them and watch them develop.”
Tese devoted individuals represent a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. Tey have formed enduring relationships with local families and the community. Tey are familiar with the neighborhood churches and have worked alongside their pastors. Tis allows them to connect with all types of families, putting them at
ease at a most difcult and overwhelming time.
Furthermore, their compassion isn’t strictly confned to business hours. Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is one of the few funeral homes in the area where there is someone present 24/7.
According to Astorino, “We have never taken a day of since opening our original location in Detroit back in 1913. Christmas, holidays, brownouts, the worst snow storms – there has always been someone here to pick up the phone. We treat our families the way we would like to be treated. Tey never have to talk to an answering machine, and they know their loved one is never lef unattended.”
In addition to the 15 funeral directors, there is a support staf of 35 capable and compassionate individuals to complete the team at Wujek-Cacaterra & Sons. “We can serve all of our families, giving them everything they need – much like a personalized concierge.”
From preplanning to afercare services, Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is available seven days a week, 365 days a year. Tey ofer two welcoming locations: 36900 Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, phone (586) 588-9117; and 54880 Van Dyke Avenue in Shelby Township, phone (586) 217-3316. For more information, visit wujekcalcaterra.com or follow Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons on Facebook.
Stretch of northbound M-53 closes for repairs
STERLING HEIGHTS — Starting Aug. 5, road crews will shut down northbound M-53 from 18 Mile to M-59/Hall Road to repair that section’s road and bridge work, with the intent of improving the path’s safety, state officials said.
According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, the work is expected to take about three months to complete. At press time, the project’s estimated end date was listed as Oct. 24 on MDOT’s Mi Drive online map website.
The state advises motorists to use a detour during this period. Drivers should take westbound 18 Mile Road to northbound Mound Road, and then they should take eastbound Dobry Drive/M-59 before getting onto northbound M-53, officials said.
In a July 25 press release, MDOT added that Canal, 19 Mile and Utica roads will have local road flagging where M-53 intersects. It also added that Clinton River Road is expected to stay closed near M-53 until late August.
In a statement, state Rep. Nate Shannon, D-Sterling Heights, expressed his happiness with the project.
“Investing in our infrastructure is crucial for the safety and prosperity of everyone,” Shannon said. “The $16 million project on M-53 between 18 Mile Road and M-59 will not only enhance road safety but also support 227 jobs, benefiting Macomb County’s economy.”
Learn more about M-53 construction news by visiting michigan.gov/mdot or michigan. gov/drive.
— Eric Czarnik
STERLING HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA FOR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
MEETING TO BE HELD AT STERLING HEIGHTS CITY HALL
40555 UTICA ROAD
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA ITEMS:
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. CONSIDERATIONS
A. PPCM-1323 - Diversifed Manufacturing & Assembly (postponed from August 14, 2024 meeting)
Requesting special approval land use which would allow storage containers as an accessory use for storage incidental to the primary use in a M-1 Light Industrial District (main parcel is located at 5545 Bridgewood Drive, the shipping container is located on the adjacent parcel).
Property Address: 5525 Bridgewood Drive
Location: West of Mound Road, north of Bridgewood Drive
Current Zoning: M-1 Light Industrial District
A. PPCM-1324 – Reliant Industries
Requesting special approval land use which would allow storage containers as an accessory use for storage incidental to the primary use in a M-1 Light Industrial District.
Property Address: 6119 Fifteen Mile Road
Location: East of Mound Road, north of Fifteen Mile Road
Current Zoning: M-1 Light Industrial District
B. PPCM-1325 – Delicious Catering and Wood Fired Pizza
Requesting special approval land use which would allow a restaurant in a C-1 Local Convenience Business District.
Property Address: 33866 Dequindre Road
Location: East of Fourteen Mile Road, in between Fourteen Mile Road and Fifteen Mile Road
Current Zoning: C-1 Local Convenience Business District
C. PPCM-1327 – Z & A Import and Export
Requesting special approval land use which would allow storage containers as an accessory use for storage incidental to the primary use in a M-1 Light Industrial District.
Property Address: 40592 and 40594 Brentwood Drive
Location: East of Mound Road, south of Eighteen Mile Road
Current Zoning: M-1 Light Industrial District
D. PPCM-1328 – Great Lakes Industrial Furnace Services
Requesting special approval land use which would allow storage containers as an accessory use for storage incidental to the primary use in a M-1 Light Industrial District.
Property Address: 6780 19 ½ Mile Road
Location: East of Merrill Road, south of 19 ½ Mile Road
Current Zoning: M-1 Light Industrial District
E. PPUD24-0003 – Cranberry Estates
Request for a planned unit development which if granted would allow for 18 single-family site condominiums.
Property Address: 39933 Saal Road
Location: West side of Saal Road, north of Clinton River Road
Current Zoning: R-70 One Family Residential District
A. PZ24-0005 – Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment – NVDA Overlay Ordinance
Proposed text amendment to Ordinance No. 278 to establish a new Article being the North Van Dyke Avenue Overlay District. The proposed amendment would create an overlay district providing new land use and design standards for properties located within the North Van Dyke Avenue Overlay as established by the North Van Dyke Avenue Master Plan.
The ordinance can be viewed at the Offce of Planning or in the upcoming meeting packet to be posted at the Agenda Center.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. AUGUST 14, 2024)
B. AUGUST 28, 2024
7. CORRESPONDENCE
8. OLD BUSINESS
A. PZ24-0002 – J & M Plaza (postponed from July 10, 2024 meeting)
Request to amend an existing conditional rezoning agreement to remove the section prohibiting the opening of a restaurant, fruit market, meat market, or other use selling prepared food or beverages of any kind.
Property Address: 36833 Ryan Road
Location: West side of Ryan Road, south of Metropolitan Parkway
Current Zoning: C-1 Local Convenience Business District
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Master Land Use Plan Update
10. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
11. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: October 9, 2024
Jake Parcell, PhD
City Planner and City Development Manager
THE CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS WILL PROVIDE NECESSARY REASONABLE
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE MEETING UPON SEVEN DAYS NOTICE TO THE
OFFICE AT 586-446-2470.
Published: Sterling Heights Sentry 08/14/2024
SPORTS
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
Players to watch in the CHSL football league and C & G Newspapers projected standings for CHSL football C & G Newspapers sports reporter Jonathan Szczepaniak looks at players to watch in the Catholic High School League, as well as C & G Newspapers’ projected standings for the Catholic High School League’s 2024-2025 CHSL football season — both regular season and division records from last year.
IN THE MAC FOOTBALL LEAGUE, THESE ARE SOME PLAYERS TO WATCH
C & G Newspapers sports reporter Jonathan Szczepaniak looks at players to watch in the Macomb Area Conference.
Brady Hamby, Macomb Dakota
If Dakota needs a couple of yards to earn a first down, it knows who to turn to.
The Cougars’ Swiss Army knife, Hamby is one of the more versatile players in the MAC courtesy of his ability to run the ball down the defense, throw to an open receiver or just dominate an opposing team’s offense at the linebacker position.
In 2023, the Ferris State University commit posted 927 total yards and 16 touchdowns offensively while racking up 120 total tackles (75 solo), five sacks and 12 tackles for a loss defensively, earning first team all-state honors as a linebacker.
While Dakota’s quarterback, Jadon Ford, battled injuries throughout the year, Hamby stepped up and made an impact in the passing game like his older brother, Ethan Hamby, now a quarterback at Northwood University, used to do on the field for the Cougars.
Whatever head coach Greg Baur needs from Hamby, he’ll deliver. Hamby possesses a nose for the football and has great tackling mechanics and pursuit, making him one of the more polished tackles around.
Similar to his style of defense, Hamby is simply a bulldozer with the ball in his hands and the only time he stops is when he crosses the endzone.
Conner Temple, Utica Eisenhower
Eisenhower carried the best defense in the MAC Red last year by allowing only 15.6 points per game against league opponents, and Eisenhower will lean heavily on Temple to help anchor the defense again.
The Eagles graduated a slew of starting defensive players in 2023, but teams shouldn’t be eager to test the defense with Temple still leading the way.
A physical player in the secondary, Temple does a great job of tracking the quarterback’s eyes and reading the pass.
On the offensive side, he’s one of the Eagles’ premier weapons at the wideout spot, hauling in 790 yards receiving and seven touchdowns in 2023, earning all-MAC honors.
If Eisenhower is going to stay competitive in
PROJECTS THE STANDINGS FOR MAC FOOTBALL
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
It’s been some time since a Macomb Area Conference team hoisted a state championship title — Clinton Township Chippewa Valley in 2018 to be exact — but the MAC is still as strong as ever.
Below is C & G Newspapers’ projected standings for the 2024-2025 MAC football season (regular season and division records from last year in parentheses).
MAC Red Division
Macomb Dakota (8-3, 3-2)
Chippewa Valley (9-3, 4-1)
Romeo (4-6, 3-2)
Utica Eisenhower (9-2, 4-1)
the MAC Red, Temple, who currently holds an offer from Grand Valley State University, will be a key reason why.
Joseph Celaj, Romeo
Kickers, especially at the high school level, don’t get enough love for what they can provide for their team.
In the case of Celaj, Romeo is always a threat to put up three points as long as it’s in the opposing team’s territory.
Currently a four-star ranked kicker by Kohl’s Professional Camps, a camp and evaluation resource for kickers, long snappers and punters, Celaj puts on a show with each kick. He easily has the leg to make a 60-yarder
New Baltimore Anchor Bay (2-7, 0-5)
Sterling Heights Stevenson (4-6, 1-4)
It will be a feeling-out year for the MAC Red with longtime Chippewa Valley coach Scott Merchant moving to Lawrence Technological University and Utica Eisenhower and Romeo each graduating a core of talent, but don’t be surprised if Macomb Dakota is league champion when it’s all said and done.
Chippewa Valley, who won a share of the league last year with Eisenhower, was the thorn in Dakota’s side both in the regular season and the playoffs, eliminating the Cougars in districts.
Like Eisenhower and Romeo, Chippewa Valley graduated four all-region players including longtime quarterback Andrew Schuster, who is now at Grand Valley State University.
Eisenhower lost its four-year starter at quarterback, with Preston Crum now with Merchant at LTU, while also graduating all-region players
File photo by Erin Sanchez
Utica Eisenhower senior Conner Temple runs through the Utica defense.
The Utica Eisenhower sideline cheers after a touchdown last season. File photo by Erin Sanchez
Players
from page 18A
and showed his efficiency in 2023 by going 18/18 in PATs and 12/13 on field goals, hitting five from 40-plus yards (including a 49-yarder).
Only entering his junior season, there are a few state records Celaj has within his sights, such as the career field goals made at 39 (held by former Northville kicker Jake Moody) and the longest field goal at 59 yards (held by former Warren Woods Tower kicker Doug Kochanski).
Eric Slater, Roseville
Roseville has had an abundance of athletes the past few years under head coach Vernard Snowden, and Slater stands out among the crowd.
Standing at 6-foot-3, Slater’s size creates matchup nightmares on its own, but it’s his ability to catch in traffic and athleticism that separates him from other receivers in the MAC.
Earning first team all-state honors last year, Slater tallied 1,000 receiving yards and six touchdowns for Roseville and should be ready for another impressive season with Ferris State University commit Jordan Simes back at quarterback.
Get Slater in space and he will make teams pay, or throw it up and let his size and pass-catching ability go to work.
Mahti Gwilly, Utica
One of the more underappreciated players around the MAC, Gwilly hasn’t gained the type of traction on the recruiting trail as he should.
He’s only entering his junior season,
OTHER PLAYERS TO WATCH:
Deshaun Lanier (WR), Chippewa Valley
Eric Thomas Jr. (WR), Chippewa Valley
Di’Mari Malone (LB), Macomb Dakota
Justin Bell (OT), Macomb Dakota
Jadon Ford (QB), Macomb Dakota
Isaiah Domey (RB), New Baltimore Anchor Bay
Gerry Hanson III (WR/DB), New Baltimore Anchor Bay
Jude Osanaiye (DE), Sterling Heights Stevenson
Andrew Knight (QB), Sterling Heights Stevenson
Jack Lupo (QB), Grosse Pointe South
Wyatt Hepner (DB), Grosse Pointe South
Vince Vachon (WR), Grosse Pointe South
Desmond Straughton (ATH), Roseville
Jordan Simes (QB), Roseville
Michael Chude (DE), Roseville
Bobby Clark II (OT), St. Clair Shores Lakeview
Nathan Wolschleger (OL), Macomb L’Anse Creuse North
Derek Grygorcewicz (WR/CB), Port Huron
but when you talk about elite-level playmakers who take over a game, Gwilly is that type of player.
He carries the same type of explosive speed and impact that his older brother, Numehnne Gwilly, a Siena Heights University commit and 2024 graduate, did for Utica the past few seasons, but now it’s time for the younger Gwilly to make his mark.
Posting 68 tackles, nine tackles for a loss, three sacks, four pass breakups, and a forced fumble and fumble recovery on the defensive side, the edge rusher and hybrid linebacker was a force for the Chieftains defense.
He displays the type of speed not possessed by most edge rushers or linebackers, but brings a type of physicality only a threetime all-state powerlifter would know how.
On the offensive side, when given the chance to showcase his quickness, he tallied three touchdowns.
Gwilly is one of the more gifted athletes on the football field and it would be a surprise to no one if he’s a first team all-state selection soon.
Donovan Rey, Harrison Township L’Anse Creuse
Similar to Gwilly, Rey is a player who should be earning much more love on the recruiting trail than he currently is.
A do-it-all kind of player, L’Anse Creuse relies heavily on Rey to be its primary ball carrier and anchor for the defensive unit.
In 2023, Rey rushed for 1,126 yards and 12 touchdowns while tallying 52 tackles, three interceptions, 11 pass breakups, and four tackles for a loss.
He’s an all-around athlete who can make plays no matter where you put him, and a college coach is going to find a diamond in the rough if Rey is given a chance.
Mike Kronner (QB), Warren Mott
Amir Morelan (WR/DB), Port Huron Northern
Lincoln Watkins (TE), Port Huron Northern
Kameran Hayward (WR/DB), Warren Cousino
Corshaun Williams (WR/DB), Fraser
Michael Brown (QB/WR/DB), Utica Ford II
Evan Bainbridge (OL/DL), Grosse Pointe North
Demontae Edwards (WR/DB), Warren Fitzgerald
Aidan Grzesikowski (QB/DB), Madison Heights Lamphere
Ja’Sean Dean (WR/DB), St. Clair Shores Lake Shore
Amari Richardson (TE), Warren Woods Tower
Jawuan Kimble (WR/DB), Sterling Heights
Collin Gabler (TE/DE), Marine City
Mason Delor (LB/CB), Marysville
Masai Ali (RB), Center Line
Rafeal Payne (RB/LB), St. Clair Shores South Lake
Ben Farkas (QB/ATH), St. Clair
Montrell Parker (RB/DB), Hazel Park
Hunter Garrison (RB/DB), Clawson
Jeremiah Hutson (WR/DB), Warren Lincoln
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ston Churchill and the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. as examples of people whose speech changed the course of history.
“Words are so entangled in the human experience that we do not always stop to consider their significance — yet they are fundamental in allowing for change,” Bowen wrote.
“From soft whispers to roaring shouts, words have the power to challenge orthodoxies, inspire change, and completely revolutionize societies. Ultimately, the sway of both the spoken and written word, allowed for by freedom of speech, is the lifeblood of a healthy democracy.”
In an email, Bowen discussed what inspired her to enter the contest. She said she liked its accessibility and its encouragement of creative expression.
“I was inspired by how engaging the prompt was, as it truly got me thinking about the importance of freedom of speech to a healthy democracy and how I could best craft an argument in its favor,” she said.
Bowen also explained how she brainstormed the concepts in her essay, including
tapping into her background as a psychology major.
“From the start, I knew I wanted to take a creative approach, so I started thinking about all the different lenses through which the power of words can be viewed,” she said. “As I wrote the piece, I drew from several areas that I found especially compelling, from history to science to psychology.”
At one point in her essay, she explains the idea of language empowerment, describing how words affect one’s psychological state and how the “language we use can dramatically alter our thoughts and behavior.”
According to the university, contest judges analyzed the entries based on criteria such as effectiveness, insights, examples, originality and genuine tone.
OU political science professor David Dulio, the director of OU’s Center for Civic Engagement, called the contest’s first year “an unqualified success” and noted how the university teamed up with state legislators, including contest judges Michigan Reps. Donni Steele and Brenda Carter.
“Both Rep. Steele and Rep. Carter are proponents of Oakland University and to have them involved as judges was a real treat,” Dulio said in a statement.
For winning the contest, Bowen got
$2,000, as well as recognition from the state of Michigan. She said the experience of winning was an honor.
“As someone passionate about writing, one of my greatest hopes is that my words resonate with others,” she said. “Being recognized by lawmakers and the state of Michi-
gan was an added surprise, and I am incredibly grateful to have had that opportunity.”
Learn more about Oakland University’s Center for Civic Engagement by visiting oakland.edu/cce.
Call Staff Writer Eric Czarnik at (586) 498-1058.
Standings
from page 18A
Hayden Bills, Devin Steele and Cody Raymond, who anchored a defensive unit that allowed 15.6 points per game against MAC Red opponents.
For Dakota, the return of senior quarterback Jadon Ford, who missed some action due to injury last year, will be a key boost along with the return of all-region players Brady Hamby (RB/LB), Nick Battaglia (OL), Tyler Torey (DL) and Michigan State University commits Di’Mari Malone (LB) and Justin Bell (OT).
It’s the MAC Red, so home field advantage and breather weeks don’t tend to exist in this space. Since 2010, Dakota leads the head-to-head series against Eisenhower 109, Romeo 12-6, and Chippewa Valley 13-9.
As much attention as the top four teams received last year, Anchor Bay and Stevenson were playing solid brands of football to put multiple league opponents on potential upset alert.
Stevenson suffered one-score losses to Romeo, Dakota and Eisenhower in three straight weeks after starting the season 2-0, while Anchor Bay had one-score losses to Chippewa Valley, Eisenhower and Dakota after starting its season 2-0.
You’ll never know how the tide might have turned if Anchor Bay or Stevenson squeaked out a win against one of the heavyweights to move to 3-0, but you certainly have to keep your eyes wide open for them this season in the MAC Red.
MAC White Division
Grosse Pointe South (9-2, 5-0)
Roseville (8-4, 3-2)
St. Clair Shores Lakeview (7-3, 4-1) Utica (4-6, 2-3)
L’Anse Creuse (4-6, 1-4)
L’Anse Creuse North (2-7, 1-4 Blue)
Roseville was looking like an unstoppable force last year after beating Romeo in the second game of the season, but a loss to league rival St. Clair Shores Lakeview spun the Panthers’ wheels out of control.
That’s life in the MAC White, and Grosse Pointe South has owned the MAC White for the past two seasons, posting a 10-0 league record and back-to-back league titles.
Returning Jack Lupo (QB) and all-region talents Vince Vachon (WR), Lex Wilson (LB), and Wyatt Hepner (DB), South is retooled for another strong season in the league.
The only thing that stopped South’s
reign in the MAC White was its two years in the MAC Red in ’20 and ’21, but prior to that, the Blue Devils were league champions for four straight seasons.
To put it in perspective, South last lost a MAC White regular season game on Sept. 4 of 2015 to Romeo, who is now in the MAC Red.
Until proven otherwise, the MAC White belongs to the Blue Devils.
Roseville still has impact players in Desmond Straughton (RB/DB), Eric Slater (WR) and Jordan Simes (QB), along with returners on the defense, and even got the better of South in the playoffs, but will have to make it happen in the regular season in order to be league champions.
Lakeview still has a puncher’s chance to make some noise, but graduating all-region players Branden Harris (RB) and David Osagiede (DL) along with Corion Lattimore, Keonte Woolf and Tucker Weddle will make it tough.
MAC Blue Division
Port Huron (7-3, 5-0)
Warren Mott (6-4, 3-2)
Port Huron Northern (7-3, 4-1)
Warren Cousino (6-4, 4-1 Gold)
Fraser (4-5, 2-3)
Utica Ford II (2-7, 0-5 White)
Going for its fifth straight MAC Blue title, Port Huron continues to put on a clinic in league play.
Warren Mott gave Port Huron a run for its money, but ultimately ended up on the losing side of a 32-31 affair.
Port Huron is 2-0 against Warren Mott since Mott rejoined the MAC Blue in 2022, but Port Huron Northern will look for its rubber match against Mott this season as both schools are deadlocked at 1-1.
Cousino, who tied with Grosse Pointe North and Warren Fitzgerald for first in the MAC Gold last year, is intriguing because the Patriots have a chance to rewrite a rather disappointing finish to their time in the MAC Blue in 2019, when a winless season dropped Cousino to the MAC Gold.
MAC Gold Division
Grosse Pointe North (7-4, 4-1)
Warren Fitzgerald (4-6, 4-1)
Madison Heights Lamphere (7-3, 3-2 Silver)
St. Clair Shores Lake Shore (3-6, 2-3)
Warren Woods Tower (2-7, 1-4)
Sterling Heights (0-9, 0-5 Blue)
Grosse Pointe North was able to extend its league-winning streak to two, tying with Warren Cousino and Warren Fitzgerald for
first, but it has to be kicking itself for not winning it outright after falling to Warren Fitzgerald in the final league game of the season.
North would eventually eliminate Fitzgerald in the first round of districts, but it was just the type of loss you shake your head at after North beat Fitzgerald 50-0 a year prior.
Warren Fitzgerald has athletes and is going to give North another fight this year in the league, but keep tabs on Madison Heights Lamphere, who has posted four straight seasons with seven or more wins.
MAC Silver Division
Marine City (9-2, 5-0)
Marysville (8-3, 4-1)
Eastpointe (1-8, 0-5 Gold)
Center Line (3-6, 2-3 Bronze)
St. Clair Shores South Lake (3-6, 1-4)
St. Clair (2-7, 0-5)
Marine City has won five straight MAC Silver titles with its last regular season league
loss coming on Sept. 14 of 2018. Marysville will likely put up a fight and have people wondering if this will be the year Marine City goes down, but until proven otherwise, the MAC Silver belongs to the Mariners.
MAC Bronze Division
Hazel Park (4-5, 3-2)
Clawson (7-3, 5-0)
Warren Lincoln (5-4, 4-1)
Clinton Township Clintondale (4-6, 2-3 Silver)
New Haven (1-8, 1-4)
Madison Heights Madison (0-9, 0-5)
The MAC Bronze could have one of the more exciting finishes this season with four teams potentially fighting for the top spot in the league.
Hazel Park has hung around the past two seasons and given Clawson a fight when they play, but you can’t count out Warren Lincoln or Clintondale either as teams who could make some noise.
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AUG. 15
Aug-A-Saurs: Learn about dinosaurs at different stations, 10-11 a.m. (ages 3-6) and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (ages 7 and older), Nature Center, 42700 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, registration required, (586) 446-2710, sterlingheights.gov/302/Nature-Center
AUG. 17 Mom 2 Mom Sale: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., strollers and leashed dogs welcome, Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, packardprovinggrounds.org
Elton John tribute: Presented by Tom Cridland, 7 p.m., Macomb Center for the Perfoming Arts on Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, macombcenter. com
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Roller Nights: For skates, skateboards and bikes, also music and food trucks, 5-8 p.m., Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, also Sept. 10, sterlingheights.gov
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Morning Movies: Watch “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” 10 a.m.-noon, Sterling Heights Public Library, 40255 Dodge Park Road, (586) 446-2665, sterlingheights.gov/2136/Library
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Warren’s Birthday Bash: Drone show, live music, beer tent, food trucks, carnival, fireworks and more, Warren City Square, 1 City Square, full schedule at facebook.com/warrenparks
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Macomb Ballet Company auditions: For dancers 8-19, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 51504 Danview Technology Ct. in Shelby Township, performances include “The Nutcracker” Dec. 7-9 and “Wizard of Oz” April 25-27, 2025, (586) 843-3374, macombballet.org
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Back-to-School Nerf Gun War: After-hours event 6-7 p.m., Sterling Heights Public Library, 40255 Dodge Park Road, (586) 446-2665, sterlingheights.gov/2136/Library
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Sept. 1 at Franklin Historical Museum, 26165 13 Mile Road, open house 2-4 p.m. at former Franklin School (now Huda School & Montessori), 32220 Franklin Road, and happy hour 4-6 p.m. at Franklin Community Association Park, 26495 Carol Ave., RSVP for happy hour by noon Aug. 31 at fcamichigan.org/form/m/284879
Cousino High School Class of 1969: 55-year reunion, classes of 1967-1971 also welcome, 7 p.m. Sept. 6, Roger’s Roost, 33262 Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, RSVP to Larry Wilk at lwilk@ comcast.net
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Concerts at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre: Aug. 16 (Bush, Jerry Cantrell, Candlebox and Bones UK), Aug. 17 (Cody Jinks and Tanner Usrey), Aug. 20 (Lindsey Stirling, Walk Off The Earth and Nya), Aug. 21 (Omar Apollo and Malcom Todd), Aug. 22 (Deep Purple and YES), Aug. 24 (O.A.R., Fitz and The Tantrums), Aug. 25 (The Roots, Arrested Development and Digable Planets), Aug. 31 (Wallows and Benee), Sept. 13 (Jon Pardi, Priscilla Block and Meghan Patrick), Sept. 15 (Falling in Reverse, Dance Gavin Dance, Black Veil Brides, Tech N9Ne and Jeris Johnson), Sept. 17 (Judas Priest and Sabaton), Sept. 20 (Clutch, Rival Sons and Fu Manchu), Sept. 21 (Conan Gray and Maisie Peters), Sept. 25 (The National, The War on Drugs and Lucius) and Sept. 30 (Meghan Trainor, Paul Rusell and Ryan Trainor), Freedom Hill County Park, 14900 Metropolitan Parkway in Sterling Heights, 313presents.com
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Man seeks advice on assembling crossbow
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A 59-year-old Shelby Township man who was reportedly known to police is said to have pulled next to an officer who was parked and monitoring for speeders on Moross Road at around 8:42 p.m. July 24 and asked the officer if he knew how to assemble a crossbow.
The Shelby Township man, who police said was driving on a suspended license, then drove away from the officer and went to the Public Safety Department with the crossbow, seeking the same help putting it together. Police told the suspect that he wasn’t free to leave when he entered the lobby and asked him for his vehicle keys, which he initially denied having with him. A police report states that the keys were in the suspect’s pocket.
Police impounded his vehicle and issued the suspect a ticket for driving with license suspended. During an inventory search of the vehicle before it was impounded, police said they found a box containing a new, unassembled crossbow on the front passenger seat. The weapon was placed into the property room for safekeeping.
Earlier in the day, police said, the suspect presented them with a note telling them some people were looking for him and were going to shoot him in the face. An officer asked him if he intended to use the crossbow to protect himself, and he responded, “Possibly.” Police pointed out that the suspect would be no match for someone with a gun, to which the suspect answered, “You know what? If I leave my car somewhere and they come up to it, who knows, you know what I mean?” Police warned the suspect that lying in wait for someone with the intention of shooting them with a crossbow would constitute first-degree murder.
B&E suspects sought
GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Police said that for the second time in two weeks, several unknown young male suspects allegedly broke into a business in the 20000 block of Mack Avenue and stole multiple liquor products. The most recent incident took place at around 5 a.m. July 22.
Suspects arrested
GROSSE POINTE CITY/PARK — At around 3:45 a.m. July 25 in the area of Kercheval Avenue and Nottingham Road, Grosse Pointe City officers apprehended one of two suspects sought in connection with a larceny from auto while assisting their colleagues in Grosse Pointe Park; this suspect is said in a police report to have been an 18-year-old Detroit man who fled on a stolen bike. A report states that a second suspect was arrested as well. The second suspect, a 20-year-old Detroit man, is said to have fled on foot.
Grosse Pointe Park Public Safety reported that both suspects admitted to have been breaking into vehicles in the 1100 block of Nottingham and stealing items.
Fraud reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 12:29 p.m. on July 8, a report was made about a case of fraud that occurred on July 5 in the 22000 block of Sunnyside Street.
An officer was working the front desk at the St. Clair Shores Police Department when the victim, a 19-year-old man, came in to make a report. He stated he received a text from his bank that said there was a charge for $1,502. He declined the charge and was called by a person claiming to be the bank.
The person on the other line stated the victim would have to put his money in a secure spot and advised him to set up a Zelle account. The victim did so and transferred money to the person. The amount lost was $1,500.
Woman found screaming, lost
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township police officers responded to Village Club Apartments on Dequindre Road for loud noises at 1:51 a.m. July 7. Upon officers’ arrival, they observed a woman in the area of one of the apartments yelling and screaming. The woman was quickly detained and interviewed, police said.
The woman was found to be suffering from a mental health crisis, according to police. The woman reportedly believed she was at her mother’s apartment and started to damage property. The suspect’s mother no longer lives at that address, police said. The woman was treated for mental health issues and the case was turned over to the Shelby Township Police Department detective bureau.
Shoplifter tries to steal belts, candy
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police were notified July 12 that a suspect at Target, 2310 Metropolitan Parkway, scanned an applesauce container while allegedly trying to steal Cat & Jack belts and candy. The value of the stolen merchandise was $16.39, police said. The suspect was apprehended and cited for third-degree retail fraud.
Necklace stolen outside store
STERLING HEIGHTS — A man told police that on the morning of July 16, he parked his vehicle outside Lowe’s in the 2000 block of Metropolitan Parkway, near Dequindre Road, and started to walk to the store when a male suspect in a vehicle asked for directions to Costco.
After the suspect reportedly gave the victim fake costume jewelry and a $100 bill, a woman accompanying the suspect put a necklace she had around the victim’s neck while allegedly stealing the victim’s gold-chained necklace with a reddish jade pendant. Then the pair of suspects drove off in a black SUV, police said.
refreshments, 5 p.m. Sept. 13, Rec Bowl, 40 Crocker Blvd. in Mount Clemens, contact Ron Hiestand at (586) 463-6386 or drron82@ yahoo.com with questions
Osborn High School Class of 1974: 50-year reunion includes dinner and open bar, 6-11 p.m. Sept. 20, Blossom Heath Inn, 24800 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, osborn1974.com
Grosse Pointe North High School Class of 1974: 50-year reunion includes cash bar, food stations, photo booth and GPN gift, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 21, Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, 788 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Shores, also casual gathering 7 p.m. Sept. 20, WaterMark Bar and Grille, 24420 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, grossepointenorth1974.com
Upton House Museum tours: Visit 1860s Michigan Historical Landmark 1-4 p.m. every Wednesday and second Sunday of month, 40433 Dodge Park Road in Sterling Heights, (586) 446-2495, sterlingheights. gov/789/Upton-House-Museum
Splash pad: Noon-8 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road in Sterling Heights, (586) 4462711 (weather hotline), myshpr.net
Widowed Friends dancing: Doors at 6 p.m. and music from 7-10:30 p.m. Tuesdays, American Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane in Sterling Heights, RSVP to Victoria at (586) 566-7936
Northern Toastmasters: Meets 6:30
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