Burton man arrested, charged for child porn




BURTON — A Burton man was arrested and charged with six counts of child sexually abusive material, accused of possessing and manufacturing child pornography, April 11. Michael Thomas Bradley, 57, was arrested and charged for possessing images of three to five boys ages 4 to 10 years old in photographs and several computers at his home. According to Burton police […]

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Boy, 7, with cerebral palsy dies on bus




BURTON — A 7-year-old boy died after what seemed like complications from cerebral palsy April 15. Police were called after an aide tried to get the boy off the bus. He looked like he had fallen asleep, said police. Police were called at 3:48 p.m. to Freel Street after the bus driver called 911. CPR was attempted until a medical […]

City still trying to undo financial software gaff




BURTON — Representatives from the city’s auditing firm Plante Moran attended an Audit Workshop/Review Session at city hall Monday night. Crystal Simpson and Pam Hill of Plante Moran discussed the issues with the late audit that was handed in on April 1. Simpson said the issue was the BS & A module, a technology system upgrade to keep track of […]

Graves’ bill to give local townships more control approved by House



GENESEE COUNTY — Local townships would have the flexibility to decide how to pay for police and fire protection under legislation approved today by the Michigan House. House Bill 4147, sponsored by state Rep. Joseph Graves provides township boards the flexibility to choose how to best pay for local police and fire services. Under Graves’ bill, townships have the ability […]

Resident turnout discussed at council budget hearing




BURTON — A public hearing for the proposed city’s budget happened at city hall, Monday night. Council President Tom Martinbianco, Councilman Vaughn Smith, Councilman Dennis O’Keefe and Councilman Danny Wells discussed the 2013-2014 budget plans. Council members were concerned at the lack of participation by Burton citizens. Tom Martinbianco said the nice weather could be to blame for the lack […]

Jaycees seek new members



BURTON — The Burton Area Jaycees are looking for new members. If you are between the ages of 21-40 and looking to branch out, meet new people, and make a difference in your community, becoming a member of the Jaycees is a step in the right direction. General membership meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at […]

Drug turn-in is today



BURTON — There will be a prescription Drug Turn-in at Police Department on April 25 from 9a.m.-3 p.m. Drop off old and new prescriptions for proper disposal by the Burton Police. The Burton Senior Center is located at 4090 Manor Dr. — T.M.

Peter Pan at Bentley



BURTON — Bentley Drama will perform Peter Pan, April 25-27 at Bentley Middle School. The dinner theater will start at 6 p.m., April 25 with the show at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $15. April 26 and 27 doors open at 6:30 p.m. with show at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8. For ticket information, call Kathy Mohr at 810-591-9649. — T.M.

Holy Rosary’s 32nd Annual Salad Luncheon



GENESEE TWP. — Join Holy Rosary, 5191 Richfield Rd., for a Luau with a large variety of delicious salads and desserts, April 26, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 adults and $7 seniors. Details: Call 810-736-4220. — G.G.