Dear Savvy Senior, Can you write a column on RV travel for novices? My husband and I have been cooped up all spring and summer because of the coronavirus and would like to take a trip using a rented RV but could use some tips and want to be safe. Recently Retired Dear Recently, Recreational-vehicle travel has become a very popular option among U.S. retirees over the past few decades and is probably one of the safest and most convenient ways to get away this summer. Because it’s a small home on wheels, RV travel will … [Read more...] about RV travel tips in the Summer of COVID
Drunken driver crashes into building at Our Lady of the Scapular
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – A 28-year-old Wyandotte man crashed through a fence and struck a building at Our Lady of the Scapular Parish at 3 a.m. June 20 while driving south on Electric Avenue. The driver, who was returning home from a bar in Taylor, said he lost control of his vehicle, crashing through a fence and striking the corner of a building, which did not appear to be structurally damaged. The driver had a small cut on the bridge of his nose, which emergency medical personnel checked, and … [Read more...] about Drunken driver crashes into building at Our Lady of the Scapular
Suspect in custody after fatal shooting
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — Police Chief John Blair said a 77-year-old Taylor man is in custody after a 37-year-old man was fatally shot about 11 p.m. June 24 at DuPage Green Condos. After he shot the man, he called 911 to request medical and police assistance, then waited at the scene and was taken into custody without incident. The man said he shot the younger man in self-defense. A handgun was recovered at the scene. Blair said a warrant request has been submitted to Wayne County. … [Read more...] about Suspect in custody after fatal shooting
Police officers ensure evacuation at scene of house fire
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — Police officers who were first one scene at a June 2 house fire in the 18300 block of Wood Avenue help ensured that all occupants were evacuated from the dwelling, from which smoke and flames were emanating from the rooftop when they arrived. They also evacuated the residents of the adjacent houses. The Dearborn Fire Department was able to contain the blaze to the single house, and no utilities lines were damaged. The homeowner said they heard a booming sound upstairs, and … [Read more...] about Police officers ensure evacuation at scene of house fire
Paletko signs retainer agreement
Council approves financial review resolution By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The City Council voted unanimously to initiate a financial review because they are seeing answers for questions surrounding almost $1.4 million missing for the city’s Public, Educational and Governmental fund. During the June 23 meeting, Councilman Ray Muscat made the motion to approve the resolution and Councilman Bill Bazzi supported. The Michigan Court of Appeals on June 11 ordered that Mayor Daniel Paletko sign the city … [Read more...] about Paletko signs retainer agreement
Heights pharmacist among 19 indicted on opioid distribution conspiracy
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Pharmacist Ali Sabbagh, 36, of Dearborn Heights was one of 19 healthcare professionals indicted in a $41 million illegal opioid distribution conspiracy. Eastern District of Michigan U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider announced that the individuals were charged with conspiracy to illegally distribute prescription drugs. According to the June 11 U.S. District Court for Eastern District of Michigan news release, the 44-count indictment includes charges of alleged drug conspiracy … [Read more...] about Heights pharmacist among 19 indicted on opioid distribution conspiracy
Heights City Council appoints its secretary as next city clerk
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — City Council Secretary Lynne Senia was appointed as the next city clerk following the resignation of current Clerk Walter Prusiewicz, who will officially serve his last day Aug. 1. The decision was made during a June 23 city council meeting with a 5-2 voted in favor of Senia. Council members Lisa Hicks-Clayton and Bill Bazzi opposed. Senia will serve out the rest of the term until Dec. 31, 2021, and voters will elect a clerk during the November 2021 general election. As for … [Read more...] about Heights City Council appoints its secretary as next city clerk
Taste of Dearborn rescheduled for Aug. 6
DEARBORN — A metropolitan Detroit favorite, Taste of Dearborn, has been rescheduled for 6 to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 6. The Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce, the event host, is moving forward with responsible optimism and has rescheduled this annual event, presented by Jim Thorpe, Ameriprise Financial. Stroll delightful offerings of Dearborn eateries at Dearborn’s annual “grub crawl.” The event allows attendees to sample menu items from a bevy of participating restaurants. General admission tickets are $35 and include appetizers from … [Read more...] about Taste of Dearborn rescheduled for Aug. 6
Public property, streets, alleys available for businesses to expand services
Move follows expedited approval permit process for sidewalk cafes, private sites DEARBORN – More opportunities are available to Dearborn restaurants and businesses to expand their service areas, now that the city has added public property, streets and alleys to the list of sites potentially accommodating customers outside. The city already had made it easier for businesses to apply to add outdoor seating by using sidewalks and private property. Indoor capacity restrictions caused by COVID-19 safety concerns mean that … [Read more...] about Public property, streets, alleys available for businesses to expand services
