Canton robbery suspect charged
Nov. 13, 2020 PLYMOUTH EAGLE. Plymouth Michigan News A Canton Township man is facing several criminal charges in connection to burglaries and home invasions reported last week. Michael Smith, 46 of Canton, was arraigned in 35th District Court Oct. 28 and is facing two counts of first degree home
100-year-old veteran celebrates with medals, memories
Nov. 12, 2020 PLYMOUTH VOICE. Plymouth Michigan News Special salute Don Howard Staff Writer World War II veteran Gordon Macorkindale is a brand-new centenarian, who celebrated his 100th birthday in grand style just before Veterans Day. Macorkindale, whose birthday was Oct. 26, is known as “Corky” by his
New ‘Ridge 5 Corporate Park’ open in Plymouth Township
Nov. 10, 2020 PLYMOUTH VOICE. Plymouth Michigan News Local and county officials gathered at the former site of the Detroit House of Corrections prison, (DeHoCo) last week for the official opening of the new Ridge 5 Corporate Park in Plymouth Township.. The 60-acre Michigan International Technology Center, (MITC) celebrated
Help Canton Police identify bank robbery suspect
Nov. 6, 2020 PLYMOUTH VOICE. Plymouth Michigan News Canton Police are asking for public assistance in identifying a bank robbery suspect. The robbery occurred at JP Morgan Chase Bank located at 45220 Michigan Ave. and Old Canton Center Road on Thursday at approximately 3:31 p.m. Police report the suspect
Historical Society board seeking new volunteers
Nov. 6, 2020 PLYMOUTH EAGLE. Plymouth Michigan News The Canton Historical Society, a volunteer organization dedicated to the preservation of local historical information and resources in the township, is currently accepting letters of interest to fill three board member positions. The Canton Historical Society offers valuable opportunities for individuals
Fire department awarded $300,000 in grant funding
Nov. 2, 2020 PLYMOUTH EAGLE. Plymouth Michigan News The Canton Township Fire Department was awarded a $300,000 federal Assistance to Firefighter Grant recently. The grant was part of a regional application submitted earlier this year by several neighboring communities. The Canton portion of the grant award will require a
Carl’s Golfland donation will aid Vietnam veterans
Oct. 31, 2020 PLYMOUTH EAGLE. Plymouth Michigan News The COVID-19 pandemic poses a serious threat to a segment of the population that is owed a debt of gratitude. As Veterans’ Day approaches, those who have already fought for their country are among those most susceptible to the devastating effects
State files pollution lawsuit against landfill
Oct. 29, 2020 PLYMOUTH EAGLE. Plymouth Michigan News Nix delivers on his promise to help residents Attorney General Dana Nessel, on behalf of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), filed a civil lawsuit last Friday claiming the operator of the Arbor Hills Landfill in
Trick or Treating is a mixed bag this year
Oct. 27, 2020 PLYMOUTH VOICE. Plymouth Michigan News Should your kid go trick or treating? Like so many other beloved traditions, decisions about trick or treating this year are impacted by the threat of the COVID 19 pandemic as reported cases and deaths rise across the country. Parents throughout
Salem Springs threatens last stretch of green space
Oct. 23, 2020 PLYMOUTH VOICE. Plymouth Michigan News Salem Springs threatens last stretch of green space between Detroit and Ann Arbor By: Evan Stern Special Writer Since I started studying at the University of Michigan, I have become more and more familiar with Washtenaw County’s primarily rural character: its