The public is invited to a free concert July 14 on Belle Isle honoring area frontline workers as well as the memory of those who lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. The concert will feature Lashell Renee, winner of Oprah Winfrey’s Pop Star competition, as well at the Gwen Fox Trio, Notorious and other performers. Vickie Thomas will serve as master of ceremonies. The concert is set for 4:30 to 8 p.m. at Sunset Point on the island’s western end, near the James Scott Memorial Fountain. Though the event is free, space … [Read more...] about Free concert will be a tribute to frontline workers, those lost to COVID-19
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Wayne County Women’s Commission elects leaders, sets initial priorities for action
The newly created Wayne County Women’s Commission today elected Carmen Carter as its inaugural chair and Sarah Roberts as vice chair. Carter is an appointee of Wayne County Commissioner Monique Baker McCormick (D-Detroit). Roberts — a former state legislator — is an appointee of Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell (D-Detroit). The commission also voted to make efforts to ease the impact of COVID-19 on Wayne County women a priority. The volunteer commission was created earlier this year by the Wayne County Commission to … [Read more...] about Wayne County Women’s Commission elects leaders, sets initial priorities for action
DACC, Ford to provide free air filtration kits for local businesses
Businesses and non-profit organizations throughout southeast Michigan are invited to take advantage of the free air filtration kits developed by Ford Motor Co. and distributed by the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce through July 1. The kits are air filtration units that allows for quick and simple assembly on site. Based on scientific studies from academic and government research, the kits supplement a room’s existing filtration system to further help reduce the risk of COVID-19 virus particle concentrations. They are ideal for … [Read more...] about DACC, Ford to provide free air filtration kits for local businesses
2 men sought in Heights Home Depot shoplifting
Dearborn offering free summer concerts
DEARBORN – The city will host a free concert series giving people a chance to celebrate throughout the summer, beginning with a performance by Motor City Brass Band at 3 p.m. June 27 at Ford Field Park, and running through the end of August. Days and times vary for the series; concerts are outside at Ford Field Park or inside at the Michael A. Guido Theater at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center. All are free and attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs to the outdoor events. The free concert series includes … [Read more...] about Dearborn offering free summer concerts
Public invited to Dearborn Flag Day ceremony June 14
DEARBORN – The public is invited to attend the city’s annual Flag Day ceremony at 6 p.m. June 14 at Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill Road. Those attending are asked to bring their own lawn chairs and to follow public health and safety protocols. The ceremony is held in conjunction with the Dearborn Allied War Veterans Council. The commemoration will include a dignified ceremony to burn tattered American flags, keeping with American Legion protocols for the disposal of flags no longer fit for public … [Read more...] about Public invited to Dearborn Flag Day ceremony June 14
Drunken driver hits light pole
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — An Allen Park woman who admitted to having “a few beers” hit a city light pole the afternoon of May 21 on southbound Allen Road, south of Cora Street, knocking over the pole and rendering her vehicle undrivable. The woman, who smelled of intoxicants, and whose speech was slurred, failed multiple field sobriety tests. A preliminary breath test was administered, and the woman had a blood-alcohol content of 0.11, higher than the 0.08 limit for legally drunk in Michigan. She … [Read more...] about Drunken driver hits light pole
Dearborn man arraigned for killing parakeet in fit of rage
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Ali Chehade, 22, of Dearborn was arraigned in 24th District Court May 27 on one count third-degree animal killing, after violently killing a parakeet inside a local store. On May 18, Chehade allegedly tried to return the visibly injured bird to Critters Pet Shop, 19309 Ecorse Road, for a full refund, but was offered a store credit instead. Store surveillance footage shows the man reacting with rage, smashing the box containing the bird with his fist, and then his foot, … [Read more...] about Dearborn man arraigned for killing parakeet in fit of rage
Daughter who helped mother during medical emergency presented with award
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — Gabriella Mokler was honored by the Allen Park Police and Fire departments with the Lifesaving Award after she helped her mother during a medical emergency. Gabriella, 9, is currently living with her family at a hotel in Allen Park after being one of eight families displaced by a Feb. 8 fire at a Lincoln Park apartment building. Gabriella and her mother lost almost all their personal belongings in the fire. During the May 25 Allen Park City Council meeting, Police … [Read more...] about Daughter who helped mother during medical emergency presented with award
Wyandotte Street Art Fair is back on
Reinstatement of Ann Arbor Art Fair, July 1 lifting of state restrictions are game changers By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – The Wyandotte Street Art Fair is back on, and will run July 7 to 10, following the reinstatement of the Ann Arbor Art Fair and loosening of state pandemic restrictions. The Skip Clack fishing derby planned for June 5 remains canceled, largely due to a low level of applications. At the May 24 City Council meeting, Mayor Robert DeSana said that changes to state pandemic … [Read more...] about Wyandotte Street Art Fair is back on