Thomas Christian's love of U-M football led to creation of 'Veteran of the Game' honor The Dearborn Detachment of the Marine Corps League will hold a memorial service for MCL member Thomas Christian, who died in his Dearborn home in December at the age of 74. The service will take place at 2 p.m. Jan. 26 at Fort Dearborn American Legion Post 364, 3001 S. Telegraph. Christian was an associate member in the MCL’s Dearborn Detachment 152. A graduate of the University of Michigan, he was a dedicated U-M football fan and volunteer, … [Read more...] about Marine Corps League plans memorial service for local veteran
Contaminant in Frank and Poet Drain identified
Source of spill still unknown By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – Hydraulic oil made up most of the oily sheen discovered Jan. 4 in the Frank and Poet Drain, Fire Chief Dean Creech said Jan. 20. The source of the spill still is unknown. Creech said the lab test results also indicated smaller components of motor oil, and of fats, oil and grease, which was likely introduced to the stream through the improper dumping of fryer grease. Creech said the primary pollutant, the hydraulic oil, could have been … [Read more...] about Contaminant in Frank and Poet Drain identified
O’Reilly, Paletko reflect on progress, offer look into future for cities
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers Local elected officials, businesses owners and community leaders gathered to hear from Dearborn Mayor John O’Reilly Jr. and Dearborn Heights Mayor Daniel Paletko about updates on things happening in their respective cities during the annual Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce A Tale of Our Cities luncheon Jan. 14. Paletko spoke about the city adding to its fund balance and that it remains in good financial health due to cost control effort accomplishments, diligent management from city staff … [Read more...] about O’Reilly, Paletko reflect on progress, offer look into future for cities
Saladin Ahmed creates Dearborn-based Marvel superhero
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — The latest character to join the Marvel Comics universe, Amulet — also known as Fadi Fadlalah — is a superhero from Dearborn brought to life by writer Saladin Ahmed and illustrator Sara Alfageeh. In March, Amulet will travel from Dearborn to New Jersey to make his debut with Kamala Khan in Magnificent Ms. Marvel #13 and play a role in the comic for months to come. “Magnificent Ms. Marvel #13 was a great place to bring in an Arab-American character,” Ahmed said. “We kept with … [Read more...] about Saladin Ahmed creates Dearborn-based Marvel superhero
Newly appointed Trenton City Councilman Scott Cabauatan sworn in;
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – Newly appointed City Councilman Scott Cabauatan, with his wife, Melissa, and son, Connor, 4, at his side, was sworn in at the Jan. 13 city council meeting by City Clerk Debra Devitt. Cabauatan, who recently chaired the Trenton Planning Commission, was appointed to fill the position left vacant when Steven Rzeppa became mayor following Kyle Stack’s unexpected Nov. 29 death from a heart attack. Cabautan said he was honored by the support he had experienced that night at his … [Read more...] about Newly appointed Trenton City Councilman Scott Cabauatan sworn in;
DPS Board reorganizes, recognized for Board Appreciation Month
As part of School Board Recognition Month, Dearborn Public Schools Supt. Glenn Maleyko took time at the Jan. 13 board meeting to thank the Trustees for their service to the community. “On behalf of our students, staff and community, I would like to thank our board trustees for their enduring dedication to public education,” Maleyko said. “As superintendent, I truly appreciate the diversity of experience and the professionalism this group of trustees brings to the table. They are very knowledgeable about the workings of our district … [Read more...] about DPS Board reorganizes, recognized for Board Appreciation Month
Pets of the Week for January 19th, 2020
Klondike Klondike, a 5-year-old male mixed breed, would do anything for a home of his own. This calm and gentle guy is as sweet as can be and a complete cuddle bug. Ask to meet him at the adoption center. Pixel Pixel, a 1-year-old female domestic shorthair, is a uniquely marked tortoiseshell. You can meet her at a shelter offsite adoption center, Taylor PetSmart, 23271 Eureka Road. Clancy Clancy, a 2-year-old male mixed breed, is an … [Read more...] about Pets of the Week for January 19th, 2020
Local high school students earn theater awards
From local high school students testing their mettle at local competitions, to an award-winning North American touring musical, the lure of the theater is in the air. DEARBORN AREA STUDENTS EARN THEATER HONORS Theater teachers from Dearborn, Edsel Ford and Divine Child high schools proudly shared their students’ received achievements in local theater and vocal competitions. The 2019 Michigan High School Thespian Festival, held at the TCF Center and Music Hall in Detroit Dec. 13 and 14, offered a two-day festival of … [Read more...] about Local high school students earn theater awards
2020-21 Dearborn Schools calendar now available
With winter break over, many families are starting to dream of warm weather and plan summer vacation. Dearborn Public Schools released next year’s school calendar to assist with that vacation planning. Again next school year, class will resume in August on the Monday before Labor Day, and students and staff will have both Friday and Monday off for a long Labor Day weekend. Schools will be closed for two weeks over the winter holidays, a four-day weekend in February 2021 for mid-winter break, six days for spring break over Easter in … [Read more...] about 2020-21 Dearborn Schools calendar now available
