Ready for disaster and humor? Look no further than the Players Guild of Dearborn opening season show, “Disaster!” a campy, 1970s jukebox musical, and Trenton’s Open Book Theatre Company’s season starter “Boom,” featuring a bomb shelter first date as a comet hurtles toward Earth. THE PLAYERS GUILD OF DEARBORN PRESENTS ‘DISASTER!’ The Players Guild of Dearborn presents Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick’s “Disaster!” a 1970s-themed jukebox musical comedy spoofing the disaster films of the era with earthquakes, tidal waves, … [Read more...] about PGD and OBTC open seasons with ‘Disaster!’ and ‘Boom’
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AAUW to hold annual book sale Oct. 2 to 4 at the DISC
DEARBORN – Used books and media will be available Oct. 2 to 4 at the Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Road, as the American Association of University Women-Dearborn holds its annual sale. The offerings include adult used books sorted into more than 20 categories, along with a room full of children’s books. Also included in the sale are vinyl records, CDs and DVDs. Those seeking first pick may pay $15 for early admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Oct. 2. After the early-bird sale, admission is free. From 11 a.m. to 8 … [Read more...] about AAUW to hold annual book sale Oct. 2 to 4 at the DISC
Allen Park “Paint the Park” brings color to downtown
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Color filled the downtown Aug. 23 as the city’s Downtown Development Authority presented “Paint the Park,” with an art fair, murals and kid crafts. The event, which began last year as a way to bring art to the community, has turned into a weekend that celebrates creativity and the power of public spaces. While Aug. 22 was interrupted by rain, Aug. 23 found attendees strolling amid booths, children enjoying crafts and a bouncy house, and artists painting on canvases … [Read more...] about Allen Park “Paint the Park” brings color to downtown
Abandoned vehicle towed from store lot
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A blue 2014 Volvo that was reported abandoned in the parking lot of Home Depot, 3163 Fairlane Drive, was impounded and towed after store personnel initiated a report. The car, which had been in the lot for a week, had a dirty interior. A citation was sent to the registered owner, a 31-year-old man. … [Read more...] about Abandoned vehicle towed from store lot
Shoplifter steals gift bags to facilitate theft
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — An employee of Dollar General, 5700 Allen Road, reported that a shoplifter ran out of the store with two store gift bags filled with additional unknown merchandise. The shoplifter was described as a Black male in his twenties with a short Afro, who was wearing a camo hoodie. A witness saw him run north down the alley behind the store. Police officers checked the area but did not locate the man. They asked that store surveillance camera footage to be forwarded to … [Read more...] about Shoplifter steals gift bags to facilitate theft
Hit and run reported
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — The driver of a Jeep Grand Cherokee reported that the driver of a white or cream-colored sport utility vehicle hit her vehicle while she was driving southeast in the right center lane of Southfield Road between Rosedale Boulevard and Riopelle Avenue. The driver of the at-fault vehicle did not stop, and fled in an unknown direction. The victim’s vehicle had minor damage, and she was uninjured. … [Read more...] about Hit and run reported
Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Under sunny skies, five dozen artists filled the top of the hill at Homecoming with colorful creations during the annual Paint Out in the Park competition. Artist and event staff member Sasha Corder said this is the 12th Paint Out in the Park and the biggest year yet, with 60 artists participating. “Everyone forgets it is a competition,” she said. “Everyone just spends all three days making friends, meeting new people, networking, exchanging styles and techniques and … [Read more...] about Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
The Wall That Heals bears witness during Downriver visit
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., bore silent witness to lost lives Aug. 13 to 16 at Heritage Park. The traveling memorial is 375 feet long and 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Names on the wall are arranged by date of casualty and alphabetically within a day. Volunteers with directory guidebooks helped visitors find a specific person’s name based on their panel location. A … [Read more...] about The Wall That Heals bears witness during Downriver visit
Jason Dobbertin sworn in as new Allen Park police chief
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Outgoing Police Chief Eron Feltz introduced incoming Police Chief Jason Dobbertin during the Aug. 11 city council meeting, at which time he was sworn in and received his chief’s badge. Dobbertin is the city’s 14th police chief. Feltz said Dobbertin, who joined the department in 2007, has served in almost every role in the department. “Jason's journey to this moment is defined by service, dedication and leadership at every single level,” he said. “He's been a … [Read more...] about Jason Dobbertin sworn in as new Allen Park police chief
Online fraud attempt foiled
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A woman reported that a person claiming to be from her credit union called her stating that there was a fraud attempt on her account and that she needed to provide them with images of her driver’s license and credit cards to resolve the issue. She said she complied, and immediately charges were posted to her accounts. She then called her credit union at another phone number, and they were able to lock down … [Read more...] about Online fraud attempt foiled