By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — A Melvindale woman attempting to sell a vehicle online received an offer from a San Diego used car dealer, who tried to purchase the vehicle with a check, which he mailed to the seller. However, on July 14 the seller’s bank confirmed that the check was fraudulent, after which the vehicle owner filed a police report. The name of the attempted purchaser, as printed on the check, was not found in the Law Enforcement Information Network or in the Court and Law Enforcement … [Read more...] about Fraudulent check offered in vehicle sale
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High-velocity projectile hits house
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — The front window of a house in the 17400 block of Hanna Avenue was damaged July 16 by a hard object which struck the glass at a high velocity when the resident was at work. The victim said he believes the damage was caused by a pellet gun. No pellet could be found in the area, but the damage to the glass supported the likelihood. There were no suspects. … [Read more...] about High-velocity projectile hits house
Chuck Miller Styline exhibition at LP Museum Aug. 14 to Sept. 18
LINCOLN PARK — The Lincoln Park Historical Museum will host the exhibition “Chuck Miller’s Mobile Masterpieces” Aug. 14 to Sept. 18, a tribute to Miller’s Styline custom auto design career, with a special event bringing some of his original creations to the grounds of the museum for one day. The Red Baron custom hot rod built by Miller will be on the museum grounds as will several of Chuck’s Zingers! – half-scale autos with monstrous chromed hot rod engines of which extremely popular model kits were made for the youth … [Read more...] about Chuck Miller Styline exhibition at LP Museum Aug. 14 to Sept. 18
Santana Project July 24 concert moved inside Ford Center
DEARBORN – Due to weather concerns, The Santana Project concert set for 7 p.m. July 24 has been moved inside the Michael A. Guido Theater at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. It had been scheduled for Ford Field Park as part of the free Music Under the Stars series. The Santana Project will bring a lively performance to the theater playing hits originally made popular by the band Santana such as “Black Magic Woman,” “The Game of Love” and “Smooth.” Future concert dates and performers The remaining Music … [Read more...] about Santana Project July 24 concert moved inside Ford Center
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Southgate family escapes early morning house fire unharmed
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – A family of four and their pet dogs safely escaped an early morning house fire July 15, in the 13100 block of Netherwood, with just the clothes on their backs. “We are devastated but so happy my family walked out alive,” Brianna Kelley said on a social media post. She said their 4-year-old daughter woke them up, which allowed them to get out in time. She and her husband, Robert Dixon, also have an 11-month-old son and pet dogs. Through a post on her Facebook … [Read more...] about Southgate family escapes early morning house fire unharmed
MHS teacher Terry Ann Laesser recognized for educating future engineers
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Melvindale High School teacher Terry Ann Laesser was recognized as one of 10 Amazon Future Engineer Teacher of the Year 2021 recipients for her work with underserved and underrepresented students. The award recognizes outstanding teachers who promote diversity and inclusion in computer science and robotics. Each award-winning teacher’s school receives $25,000 to expand its computer science and robotics education programs, and the teacher receives a $5,000 … [Read more...] about MHS teacher Terry Ann Laesser recognized for educating future engineers
SWCRC, DCC to host Downriver job fair
SOUTHGATE – The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber and Downriver Community Conference will host the Downriver Outdoor Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 22 at the SEMCA Michigan Works! Southgate American Job Center, 15100 Northline. The event is designed to connect Downriver's entrepreneurs and employers with regional talent. Registration is encouraged for job seekers who plan to attend the job fair. A list of participating businesses and registration is available online. Services for job seekers include job search … [Read more...] about SWCRC, DCC to host Downriver job fair
Lincoln Park to employ 5 new hand-held speed detection lasers
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – Lead footers beware: Lincoln Park police officers will soon have five more hand-held laser speed detectors to add to the existing three used for traffic speed enforcement. The City Council approved the purchase of the Pro Lasers at its July 6 meeting, for $10,975, from Kustom Signals Inc., at the request of Police Chief Ray Watters. The funds for the purchase are from a city capital account. The supplier is an approved miDEAL participant, which allows Michigan cities to … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park to employ 5 new hand-held speed detection lasers
The Wall That Heals coming to Riverview next month
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — Volunteers are needed for the The Walls that Heals which will be in Riverview from Aug. 12 to 15. Various options for volunteer opportunities are available for those interested to sign up. Parks and Recreation Director Todd Dickman explained the need for volunteers during July 12 a city council study session. “Hopefully people can come out and view the wall, but the one thing we do need right now is, we still need a good amount of volunteers,” Dickman said. “So, if … [Read more...] about The Wall That Heals coming to Riverview next month