It’s not fair to call Michael Bloomberg just a superrich dilettante. He is, after all, a former mayor of New York City, so he does have some experience as a political officeholder. It is fair to describe Bloomberg as a superrich guy who obviously was looking for something to do, so he decided, “I think I’ll dabble in presidential politics.” ”Let’s see. What am I, a Republican or a Democrat? This time around I’ll be a Democrat, because that other rich guy is claiming to be a Republican. He’s nowhere near as wealthy as I am. That … [Read more...] about Another Bloomberg Dalliance
Northwestern’s student paper just demonstrated what is going wrong on American college campuses
Don’t apologize for covering your campus. Being a student journalist is one of the toughest reporting gigs there is. You have to cover your peers, your professors and your institution under the ever-watchful eye of hypersensitive administrators and the unrelenting criticism of fellow students. So we begin with a sense of empathy for the editors of Northwestern University’s campus paper, The Daily. It’s there, at a newspaper we’re sad to say, that the latest chapter in American universities’ increasing aversion to free speech … [Read more...] about Northwestern’s student paper just demonstrated what is going wrong on American college campuses
A play within a play: Edsel Ford High School presents the comedic farce ‘Noises Off’
Actors appreciate the comedy of a “play within a play,” and audiences will, too, in Edsel Ford High School’s production of the Michael Frayn comedy, “Noises Off.” The show runs 7 p.m. Nov. 14 to 16 at the Edsel Ford High School Auditorium, 20601 Rotunda Drive, Dearborn. In each of the three acts of “Noises Off,” a different version of Act I of “Nothing On” is seen by the audience, amid much laughter. During Act I of “Noises Off” the audience witnesses the disastrous final dress rehearsal of “Nothing On,” where cues … [Read more...] about A play within a play: Edsel Ford High School presents the comedic farce ‘Noises Off’
LP approves replacement of lead pipe water service lines
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – The City Council unanimously approved the replacement of lead pipe service lines connecting city water mains to three city residences following the results of recent water samples exceeding state limits. Lead pipes can allow lead to contaminate drinking water, which is exacerbated when water sits in pipes when there is no water movement, as may occur when residents are at work, school or asleep. The specific lead service lines which will be replaced, at 1784 … [Read more...] about LP approves replacement of lead pipe water service lines
Outgoing Melvindale council passes ordinance to limit dollar store proliferation
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – The outgoing city council held a second reading and approved an ordinance to limit the proliferation of variety and small box stores, also known as dollar stores, in the city. At its final meeting as a body Nov. 6, the city council unanimously approved zoning article 4, section 24-166, which seeks to regulate the stores, which typically offer inexpensive, energy-dense, low nutritive food and beverages at the expense of fresh, nutritious food. The city council has … [Read more...] about Outgoing Melvindale council passes ordinance to limit dollar store proliferation
City of Dearborn recognizes employees who are veterans
DEARBORN – The city of Dearborn employs 95 people who are also veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. These veterans continue to serve the community working in departments across the city. As Veterans Day approaches on Nov. 11, the city thanks them for their continued dedication to public service. Those who agreed to be recognized by name are listed alphabetically below: Jeffrey Barta works in the Police Department. He was a staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. He served in Texas, Michigan, and Mississippi from 1991to … [Read more...] about City of Dearborn recognizes employees who are veterans
Pets of the Week for November 10th, 2019
Dijon Dijon, a 9-month-old male mixed breed, arrived at the shelter as a stray. He’s a friendly and playful pup and who enjoys squeaky toys and tennis balls. Dijon is also a cuddler and can’t wait to snuggle up next to you. Shelter evaluators think he would do well in a home with Children over 8 years old. If you are interested in Dijon and live with children, evaluators would like to introduce them at the adoption center. Debow Debow, a 15-month-old male mixed breed, is a lively 1-year-old … [Read more...] about Pets of the Week for November 10th, 2019
Returning Trenton Mayor Stack to focus on McLouth, DTE, Riverside; new mayors McLeod, Marsee to get new councils up to speed
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers Re-elected Trenton Mayor Kyle Stack has numerous projects on deck, while newly elected Mayors Gail McLeod of Allen Park and Wheeler Marsee of Melvindale have new city councils to get up to speed. Stack said she is pleased she will be able to continue to serve the residents of Trenton. “I love this community, and look forward to working with the council to keep Trenton the community people want to live in,” she said. Stack said she and the city council will continue to focus … [Read more...] about Returning Trenton Mayor Stack to focus on McLouth, DTE, Riverside; new mayors McLeod, Marsee to get new councils up to speed
From the Front Row
Local theaters offer a journey of the imagination From an English manor in Pemberley to Crunchem Hall Primary School, to Badger Ordnance Works in Wisconsin to the Jitney cabs of Pittsburgh, get ready to travel to two continents as local theaters take audiences around the world with imagination and strong storylines. In Trenton, the Open Book Theatre Company presents “Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley,” while the Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center presents “Matilda – the Musical.” Woodhaven High School brings Rosie the … [Read more...] about From the Front Row
Incumbents re-elected to Heights city council; Crestwood operating millage fails
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Dearborn Heights voters re-elected incumbents Lisa Hicks-Clayton, Dave Abdallah and Ray Muscat to the city council in the Nov. 5 general election. In the Crestwood School District, a non-homestead millage was denied for a second time this year, 1,673 to 1,333. A total of 3,224 of 19,543 district voters (16.5 percent) cast ballots. In the council race, Hicks-Clayton received the most votes with 3,688 followed by Abdallah with 2,857 and Muscat with 2,967 votes. Stephen … [Read more...] about Incumbents re-elected to Heights city council; Crestwood operating millage fails