By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – One southbound lane of I-75 from I-96 to Springwells Street opened Nov. 15, a Michigan Department of Transportation spokesperson said, and multiple freeway entrances ramps have reopened. With just one southbound lane open, drivers are cautioned to expect backups. Entrance ramps to southbound I-75 at Dearborn Street and Schaefer Highway also have reopened. The southbound I-75 service drive will have two lanes open at the Springwells entrance ramp to southbound I-75, and Fort … [Read more...] about 1 lane of southbound I-75 open from I-96 to Springwells
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Downriver cities opt out, or wait and see after marijuana legalized
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – Many Downriver city councils have passed resolutions to opt out of having recreational marijuana shops within their cities, while others are studying the issue or are adopting a wait-and-see position. Allen Park, Lincoln Park, Riverview and Trenton have passed resolutions which let the city opt out of allowing recreational marijuana shops within its borders, while Taylor and Wyandotte are in waiting mode. Melvindale will revisit the issue in 2019, while Southgate will decide … [Read more...] about Downriver cities opt out, or wait and see after marijuana legalized
I-75 traffic shifts to southbound lanes for 12 miles Downriver
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – A traffic shift began June 1 on I-75 Downriver, with northbound drivers using the southbound lanes, meaning that for 12 miles, from Goddard to Schaefer, entrance ramps are not available. Sibley will be the last entry point when driving north on I-75 until the Livernois exit in Detroit. The Eureka, Allen, Northline, Dix, Southfield, Outer Drive, Schaefer and Springwells entry ramps will all be closed. Two lanes will be open to northbound drivers. Northline will have the last … [Read more...] about I-75 traffic shifts to southbound lanes for 12 miles Downriver
15th County Commission District pits O’Connell against Palamara; others running unopposed
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – In Michigan's most populous county, beset by budget problems, some Wayne County commissioners are running unopposed, while the 15th District pits Republican challenger Patrick O'Connell against Democratic incumbent Joseph Palamara. Wayne County, which was recently released from a consent agreement with the state, must now tackle other challenges, which include funding pension liabilities, and operating within a budget that saw a 30 percent drop, to 2008 levels, due to declining … [Read more...] about 15th County Commission District pits O’Connell against Palamara; others running unopposed
Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treating
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – Keep the fun in Halloween trick-or-treating Oct. 31 by keeping your young ghosts and goblins safe with common sense tips and by making safety practices second nature. Wyandotte Police Chief Daniel Grant encourages families to have a parent, guardian or older brother or sister accompany children trick-or-treating, and to only go to the houses of people they know. Parents should make sure masks allow a child to see clearly, and that costumes are safe to wear. “Light colors … [Read more...] about Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treating
Labor Day weekend sees decline in drunken driving, but continued opioid influence
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – Local law enforcement said drunken driving arrests were down over the Labor Day weekend, but opioid use continues to be a factor in impaired driving arrests, mirroring current addiction trends. Riverview Police Chief Clifford Rosebohm said of approximately 40 traffic citations issued from Sept. 2 to 6, there were 10 arrests for driving with a suspended license, and four arrests for operating while impaired. Melvindale police arrested a 32-year-old Southgate woman at 12:22 … [Read more...] about Labor Day weekend sees decline in drunken driving, but continued opioid influence
Communities set to host Classic Cruise on Telegraph
By JAMES MITCHELL and ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers DOWNRIVER – Thousands of classic car enthusiasts are expected to roam and line the street when the 12th annual Telegraph Classic Car Cruise kicks into gear this weekend. The official Cruise day of July 23 will follow an unofficial kickoff Friday night. City officials in Taylor, Dearborn, Dearborn Heights and Redford Township are set to welcome cruisers from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday along Telegraph Road from Ecorse Road north to Puritan Road. Originally dubbed the … [Read more...] about Communities set to host Classic Cruise on Telegraph
Downriver 2015: September to December
By JAMES MITCHELL and TEREASA NIMS Sunday Times Newspapers Here’s a look back at the final third of 2015 and the news that shaped Downriver. September The Lincoln Park Sports Hall of Fame welcomed its newest members during a Rotary Club dinner. Former player and coach William Meadows, Class of 1961, and track and field Sherice Duchamp (Kryzwonos), Class of 1972, were honored along with members of the 1962 varsity football team, the undefeated 1963 squad, and swim teams from 1955 to 1957. Southgate city officials cut the … [Read more...] about Downriver 2015: September to December
Downriver 2015: May to August
By JAMES MITCHELL and TEREASA NIMS Sunday Times Newspapers Here’s a look back at the middle third of 2015 and the news that shaped Downriver. MAY A proposed millage designed to shore up under-funded pension and retirement funds for Lincoln City retirees was rejected by voters May 5. A local Public Act 345 millage was rejected by 55.4 percent of the voters during the special election in which 10.6 percent of the city’s registered voters cast ballots. The election notably saw the overwhelming defeat of a statewide road-funding … [Read more...] about Downriver 2015: May to August
State offers flood cleanup assistance
The Michigan Community Service Commission is coordinating volunteers to provide cleanup assistance to those still in need from the Aug. 11 floods. Volunteer organizations are available to provide assistance to people needing assistance in removing flood-affected belongings, mud, sand, or floodwater; gutting flood-affected walls (drywall or paneling); or disinfecting their house. There are two options to request volunteer help: • Call 211 and press 1. • Fill out the online Flood Cleanup Assistance Form at … [Read more...] about State offers flood cleanup assistance