Senior trips put into question By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Mayor Daniel Paletko and the City Council continued their back-and-forth about misspending allegations bringing senior trips to the forefront of the discussion during a June 11 meeting. As the council meeting was starting, Council Chair Denise Malinowski-Maxwell announced that item 9G under reports from city officials, Parks & Recreation Director Brian Haddad — senior trips was going to be removed. “This is the mayor attempting to hold … [Read more...] about Misspending claims against Paletko continue
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Mona Fadlallah appointed part-time magistrate at 20th District Court as
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The City Council unanimously confirmed the appointment of Attorney Mona Fadlallah as a part-time magistrate in the 20th District Court during a meeting on June 11. “I’m extremely, extremely honored,” Fadlallah said. “I’ve been practicing for 17 years. I’ve been going to the Dearborn Heights courthouse for many years and handling court appointed cases. I don’t really have to but I feel like it’s my duty to help those that need the assistance.” Chief Judge David Turfe and Judge … [Read more...] about Mona Fadlallah appointed part-time magistrate at 20th District Court as
Muscat pleads guilty to misdemeanor; felony charge dismissed
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — City Councilman Ray Muscat pleaded guilty a misdemeanor charge of entry without owner’s permission as a result of a plea deal for a Dec. 8 altercation with neighbor Nicholas Diedo. A preliminary examination of the evidence against Muscat was scheduled for June 14 in front of 19th District Court Judge Sam Salamey where attorneys from both sides worked out a deal which dismissed the felony third degree home invasion count. It was recommended that Muscat also participate in an … [Read more...] about Muscat pleads guilty to misdemeanor; felony charge dismissed
Female DC students protest sexual harassment lesson
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — About 40 female students from Divine Child High School protested modesty lessons taught by a campus life minster at the school on May 31, according to WXYZ Channel 7. The students said the lesson on sexual harassment and rape took place during theology when they were told that dressing provocatively contributes to bad behavior from boys and men. One student began recording the lesson after tone changed to blaming the girls for everything. “Those younger guys go, ‘Oh. … [Read more...] about Female DC students protest sexual harassment lesson
Library receives 4th Big Read grant to celebrate Hope Jahren’s ‘Lab Girl’
Initiative designed to inspire reading across Dearborn DEARBORN – Dearborn Public Library received another NEA Big Read Grant and will present a fourth communitywide reading event, this time in early 2020 and centered on an award-winning book detailing a woman’s career in science, as well as her triumphs over personal obstacles. The NEA Big Read grant awarded to Dearborn is for $15,000. The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest and seeks to broaden understanding of the … [Read more...] about Library receives 4th Big Read grant to celebrate Hope Jahren’s ‘Lab Girl’
19th District Court waives late fees during amnesty program
DEARBORN — The 19th District Court announced its 2019 Amnesty Program for all delinquent civil infraction tickets. Unpaid tickets can accumulate additional default fees, late fees and warrant fees, which increase the original amount of the ticket. This program provides individuals with an opportunity to settle their old court financial obligations and pay the original amount of the ticket. In addition, the program assists the court in clearing up a backlog of files without additional court resources and collection costs. The … [Read more...] about 19th District Court waives late fees during amnesty program
Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church hosts Summer Day Camp
Open to children in grades 1-6 DEARBORN — Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church will host Westminster on the Road, a weeklong combination of Vacation Bible School and summer camp, from June 24 to 28. Enrollment is open for children who have completed first through sixth grades. WOTR camp hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and include activity sessions, Bible lessons, arts and crafts, nature, adventure, music and drama. Lunch and two healthy snacks are provided daily. Before the conclusion of each day there will be a “camp fire check … [Read more...] about Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church hosts Summer Day Camp
Beaumont, UnitedHealthcare introduce new health care choices for southeast Michigan employers
Southeast Michigan-area employers have the potential to save up to 15 percent on monthly premiums with a new health plan from UnitedHealthcare. The plan consists exclusively of the Beaumont Network of providers and facilities, the state’s largest health system. The new health plan provides eligible participants access to Beaumont’s eight hospitals and 145 outpatient sites throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. Plan participants will be able to receive care from the Beaumont Network of 5,000 affiliated physicians, including … [Read more...] about Beaumont, UnitedHealthcare introduce new health care choices for southeast Michigan employers
New PASER study shows condition of Taylor roads
TAYLOR — The majority of the city’s streets and roads were rated fair to poor according to the city’s city recently Pavement Surface Evaluation and Rating study. This study, which is done every two years, helps project future road repairs in the community as part of a 10-year comprehensive plan. From fiscal 2014 through year-to-date 2019, the city spent $11.5 million on local and major road concrete and asphalt repair. The great majority of that work – over $8.3 million – has been spent on local roads. New road projects are … [Read more...] about New PASER study shows condition of Taylor roads
Woman carjacked at Taylor Bed, Bath and Beyond
Suspect taken into custody By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Herald Detroit police took a suspect into custody June 5 in the Taylor carjacking-kidnapping-assault of a woman earlier that day at Taylor Bed, Bath and Beyond, 23871 Eureka Road. A woman, who works at the store, was waiting in her truck about 7:45 a.m., prior to the start of her 8 a.m. shift at the store. She told police she was parked about 200 feet from the door, and saw a man walk past her vehicle who was white, 5 feet 7 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall and about 170 … [Read more...] about Woman carjacked at Taylor Bed, Bath and Beyond