Board Approves Tax Breaks for Avon Gear

A Shelby Township company says a tax break will help it secure funding for more employees.

Trustees OK 3 New Medics, 5 Library Computers

The Shelby Township Board of Trustees agenda was full Tuesday with the approval of several agenda items.

School Activists: 'We Have the Money for K-12 Education'

Education funding activists aim message at lawmakers in Lansing, including Gov. Rick Snyder.

Utica Shows off History, Standout Employees During Mayor Exchange

With Monroe Mayor Robert Clark in town, Utica decided to show off its chops with a luncheon honoring the city's heritage and standout employees and volunteers.

Highlights of May 10 Utica City Council Meeting

City Council approves canoe rental vendor for Heritage Park, where the bridge is scheduled to be open for this weekend's 5K race.

State House Vote On School Funding Angers UCS Parents, Officials

Parents and Utica Community Schools educators react to the state House's decision to pass a version of Gov. Rick Snyder's school funding bill.

Stathakis, Viar Safe from August Recall Vote

The date to submit signatures to put the recall of two Shelby Township politicians on the August ballot has passed.

Voters Elect Newcomer, 2 Incumbents to UCS Board

The top three vote-getters in the UCS board elections are Ken Krolczyk, Gene Klida and Michelle Templeton.

UCS Board Election's Timing Costs $90,000, But Would Change Be Worth It?

Although Utica Community Schools board elections are set for May 3, some have questioned whether the district should join the November general elections to save money.

Briefs from the Shelby Township Board of Trustees Meeting

Highlights from Tuesday night's Shelby Township Board of Trustees Meeting.

Get the Highlights From Utica's City Council Meeting

Patch has highlights from Tuesday night's Utica City Council meeting.

Residents Weigh In On Shelby Township Supervisor, Treasurer Recall

Residents comment on Shelby Township recall efforts.

Blog: Shelby Township Board of Trustees Meeting

Get updates from Tuesday night's Shelby Township Board of Trustees bi-monthly meeting.

Racial Diversity Slow to Grow in Shelby, Despite Increase in Population

The racial diversity in Shelby Township has remained relatively unchanged in the past 10 years.

UPDATED: Michigan Population Dips

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2010 Census Shows Population Growth in Shelby, Utica

The U.S. has released 2010 census information for Michigan.

Around the Mitten This Week: George Clooney! A Super Moon! Robots! Tiger Blood!

What's been going on around Michigan this week? George Clooney slept here. We saw a Super Moon. We drank green beer, and we talked about bleeding Tiger blood.

Police Find No Wrongdoing in Off-Duty Officers' Recall Efforts

The Shelby Township Police Department found nothing wrong with two off-duty police officers' actions after they were accused of political intimidation by a resident at a recent board meeting.

Public Portion of Shelby Trustees Meeting Heats Up

Tensions were high at the Shelby Township Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday as residents addressed the board for 1 1/2 hours.

Shelby, Rochester Sign First Shared Services Agreement

Shelby Township and Rochester Hills Thursday signed a shared agreement services.

Utica City Council Briefs

Patch put together a summary of Utica City Council's meeting Tuesday.

Judge to Issue Opinion in Trustees' Defamation Suit Against Resident

A Macomb County Court Judge said he has taken a defamation lawsuit against a Shelby Township resident under advisement.

Effort To Recall Shelby Clerk Dies

The deadline to submit signatures for the recall effort against Shelby Township Clerk Terri Kowal has passed, but five board members remain subjects of active recall efforts.

County Commissioner Keeps 2011 Focus on Budget, Roads and Business

Macomb Township resident and County Commissioner Joe Sabatini shares his 2011 goals for the county and township with Macomb Patch.

Shelby Moves On Rochester Hills Shared Employee Agreement

The Shelby Township Board of Trustees unanimously voted for a shared employee agreement with Rochester Hills.

Utica Welcomes New Council Member, Gets Grant From Target

Utica swore in Councilman Jeffrey Carter and announced a $1,600 Target grant for an abuse and violence prevention program at its latest city council meeting.