By M.J. GALBRAITH Metromode Media DEARBORN — The only thing certain is uncertainty. That’s the way it seems, at least, as we enter another week of coronavirus-related shutdowns. It can be frustrating, scary, or worse. Communities across metropolitan Detroit are mobilizing in response, utilizing whatever tools they can in order to make sure that their small businesses can weather the social distancing protocols and stay-at-home orders. In Dearborn this week, the city’s downtown development authority organized a virtual … [Read more...] about Dearborn DDA holds virtual town hall for city businesses, offering tips, resources, and more
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Enjoy the Dearborn Historical Museum for free, and from the comfort of your own home
By M.J. GALBRAITH Metromode Media DEARBORN — Though their doors may be temporarily closed to the public, the Dearborn Historical Museum is maintaining its connection to the community through increased online programming and a series of educational videos. The move is no doubt a boon for both those looking to occupy their time as well as their children's, as people grapple with the stay-at-home orders resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. For those looking for something to read, the museum has made its award-winning magazine, … [Read more...] about Enjoy the Dearborn Historical Museum for free, and from the comfort of your own home
Cyclist hit by semi-truck driver dies of injuries
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – A man riding a three-wheeled bicycle was struck and killed by the driver of a semi-truck the afternoon of April 9 at the intersection of Fort Street and Eureka Road. Southgate Public Safety Director Jeff Smith said at 4:30 p.m., police were called to the scene, where witnesses, including two nurses, provided first aid until emergency medical technicians arrived. The cyclist was transported to Beaumont Hospital, Trenton, where he later died of his injuries. Smith said the … [Read more...] about Cyclist hit by semi-truck driver dies of injuries
HFC provides ventilators, medical supplies to local hospitals
DEARBORN – Henry Ford College responded to the need for ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic by sending five ventilators to Henry Ford Health System March 28 to support patients at its Wyandotte and West Bloomfield hospitals. The ventilators – used for training respiratory therapists and nurses at HFC – were to be sanitized and calibrated at HFHS, and will remain at the hospitals until the pandemic has passed. Members of the HFC School of Health of Human Services spent the beginning of last week boxing up medical supplies to … [Read more...] about HFC provides ventilators, medical supplies to local hospitals
Trenton approves new boat launch dock
Rising water levels hastens demise of former dock By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – The City Council approved the purchase of a new dock for the Rotary Park Boat Launch, to replace the existing dock, which was damaged by rising river water levels. Parks and Recreation Director Joann Gonyea said the existing dock has been in poor condition for the past few years, with the city’s Department of Public Service employees attempting to modify the dock with homemade extensions, which was needed as the water level … [Read more...] about Trenton approves new boat launch dock
County approves grant to improve Trenton’s Affholter Park
Project will redesign dilapidated areas, improve accessibility, parking By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – Affholter Park received a Wayne County Millage Grant, which provides the matching funds needed to apply for state funding to redesign dilapidated areas and improve the parking lot and accessibility. Parks and Recreation Director Joann Gonyea announced at the March 30 Trenton City Council online meeting that, with the help of Wayne County Commissioner Joe Palmara, the Wayne County Commission approved … [Read more...] about County approves grant to improve Trenton’s Affholter Park
Keep kids active by playing at home
Playworks launches online resource in response to COVID-19 A healthy, active lifestyle has countless benefits for adults and children alike, including physical, social and emotional. But in a time of a global pandemic, when schools and businesses are forced to close and families are sheltering in their homes, physical activity and play have perhaps never been more important. Enter: Playworks Michigan. After a decade of providing resources for children directly on school grounds – including through a partnership with Dearborn … [Read more...] about Keep kids active by playing at home
FAMD Executive Director Elaine Greene to retire
DEARBORN — Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit Executive Director Elaine Greene will retire July 1 after 24 years at the helm. FAMD Director of Development Kim Cross will assume the newly created posts of president and CEO. In the past 24 years, Greene has overseen the growth of the organization — formerly known as Friends for the Dearborn Animal Shelter — from a staff of one (herself) to 16 full-time and 15 part-time employees and 311 volunteers, with an annual operating budget of $1.7 million. Caring for over 2,500 animals … [Read more...] about FAMD Executive Director Elaine Greene to retire
From period clothing to modern masks: Costumers at THF make much-needed face coverings
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DEARBORN – While protective face masks may someday be considered historical clothing, for the employees of The Henry Ford Period Clothing Studio, they are centuries ahead of their usual bustles and breeches. However, that didn’t stand in the way of the superb seamstresses creating nearly 400 protective cotton face masks last week for ACCESS Community Health and Research Center, 6450 Maple St., for its drive-through testing of symptomatic first responders and medical … [Read more...] about From period clothing to modern masks: Costumers at THF make much-needed face coverings
Murray: EMTs are prepared to handle coronavirus patients in Dearborn, Melvindale and beyond
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray, whose emergency medical technicians cover Dearborn and Melvindale, said the department’s first responders are ready to protect themselves while helping residents who may have the coronavirus. “The Dearborn Fire Department has an adequate supply of PPE (personal protective equipment) at this time,” he said. “We have been working with our regional partners to acquire additional.” Murray said they have one dedicated ambulance in a central location which … [Read more...] about Murray: EMTs are prepared to handle coronavirus patients in Dearborn, Melvindale and beyond