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Grosse Pointe Police Blotter: Jewelry Reported Stolen
The following information is gathered from the Departments of Public Safety of the Grosse Pointes. Arrests do not indicate conviction.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
- Grosse Pointe, MI
I am the editor for Grosse Pointe Patch. I've lived and worked in the Pointes for nearly eight years. My professional background has been in newspapers, where I covered courts, crime, schools and government. Before moving to the Pointes, I worked in Indiana covering crime, criminal & civil state courts and a federal district court for six years.
I have a B.S. in Journalism from Bowling Green State University. My career started as a copy editor and transitioned into reporting. I love people and that is what I enjoy most about journalism: every day I get the opportunity to meet and interview different people. Everyone has a story.
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Screen on Lawn Alerts Farms Man to Burglary
The Grosse Pointe Farms police are investigating the burglary that happened Monday afternoon in which a screen and earrings alerted the homeowner to the crime.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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DTE to Provide GP Farms With Progress Updates
In about 30 days DTE is expected to provide Grosse Pointe Farms officials with updates about the progress of updates and repairs being made to the infrastructure that are intended to bring more stability to power service in the city.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Preliminary Exam Rescheduled in Joe Gentz Case
Joe Gentz, the man charged with first degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the January strangulation death of Grosse Pointe Park's Jane E. Bashara, will have his preliminary exam another time.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Police Blotter: Wheels, Rims Stolen From Car
The following information is gathered from the Departments of Public Safety of the Grosse Pointes. Arrests do not indicate conviction.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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House Hunt: 12 Open Houses Aug. 12
Realtors in Grosse Pointe will be showing 12 houses in four of the five communities Sunday Aug. 12.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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This Week in Grosse Pointe: Aug. 13
Grosse Pointe Farms city council will meet, Shores council will have a special meeting and Assumption Cultural Center will have its annual Greekfest this week.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Burglar Enters Homes When Owners Present
City of Grosse Pointe police are investigating two burglaries in which owners were home when the crime happened. Police warn residents to lock their doors and windows.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Ray Laethem Motor Village Shares GP Fish Tour
All of the Grosse Pointe Perch are featured in a video shot by employees of Ray Laethem Motor Village shared on YouTube.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Grosse Pointe Chamber Sells Fish T-Shirts
Do you love the Grosse Pointe Fish? Buy a t-shirt from the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce that features all of them.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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U.S. Senate: Durant Concedes to Hoekstra
Current U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow will face Pete Hoekstra in the November election after voters narrowed the field Tuesday during the August primary.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Killeen, Sheehy to Vie for Wayne County Commissioner Seat in November
Voters from the five Grosse Pointes, Harper Woods and part of Detroit narrowed the list of candidates for the first district Wayne County Commissioner seat from four to two Tuesday.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Tinsley-Talabi Narrowly Defeats Bledsoe in 2nd District
According to the most recent figures released by the Wayne County Clerk's Elections Division, Alberta Tinsley-Talabi edged out Tim Bledsoe for the Democratic nomination for state representative in the 2nd District.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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U.S. Senate: Durant Concedes to Hoekstra
Current U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow will face Pete Hoekstra in the November election after voters narrowed the field Tuesday during the August primary.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Bob Bashara Enters Not Guilty Plea, Conference Scheduled
During his first appearance with his new attorney, Bob Bashara waived the formal reading of his charges and entered a not guilty plea in Third Circuit Court early Tuesday.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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GP Woods Public Safety Covers Absence at Harper Woods Fire Station
For the second time in a matter of months, additional Grosse Pointe Woods public safety officers worked Saturday to ensure proper coverage in case of a fire in Harper Woods, where no firefighters were on duty.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Woods Council Approves Sign Variance for Retailer
The Grosse Pointe Woods council unanimously approved a variance for Woods Wholesale Wine Monday that will allow the owner to have a third sign placed on the business to more thoroughly alert passersby to what is sold inside.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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This Week in Grosse Pointe: Aug. 6
Among the many events this week in Grosse Pointe is the all-Pointes outdoor movie at South High School, featuring 'The Lorax' Saturday night. Park pass required for entry.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Ribbon-Cutting: McDonald's at Mack & Canyon
McDonald's opened it's doors for business at midnight Friday, offering prizes to the first 300 customers, which followed a ribbon-cutting ceremony late Thursday and a VIP party.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
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Ford House Offers Fairy Tale Adventures
In the second year for the event that drew more than 2,300 people last summer, some changes have been made to improve the festival featuring characters, crafts, storytelling and more. Tickets purchased in advance are $12 or it's $15 at the door.
Sara Eaton Martin, Patch Staff
