Trenton’s Open Book Theatre Company closes it season with the Peter Shaffer comedy, “Lettice and Lovage” May 8 to 31, while the historic Howell Opera House’s second-floor stage hosts its first show in more than a century as actor, producer and filmmaker Sam Logan Khaleghi brings Gilbert and Sullivan’s ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ to life. OPEN BOOK THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS ‘LETTICE AND LOVAGE’ When a tour guide with a flair for the dramatic and a tendency to embellish history comes into conflict with an inspector who insists on … [Read more...] about Open Book opens ‘Lettice and Lovage;’ Historic Opera House ends 100-year drought with ‘Pirates of Penzance’
Allen Park
Repeat shoplifter steals power tools
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A repeat shoplifter stole Milwaukee power tools valued at more than $750 from Home Depot, 3163 Fairlane Drive. The suspect, a white male, stowed the power tools in his backpack, then walked out of the store without rendering payment. He left as a passenger in a gold Chevy sedan driven by another white male. … [Read more...] about Repeat shoplifter steals power tools
Man attempts to steal merchandise by selectively self-scanning
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A man was arrested at Target, 3100 Fairlane Drive, after he failed to scan all of the items in his cart at the self-checkout lane. The items stolen and recovered, which were collectively valued at $81, were a Detroit Tigers T-shirt, boxer briefs, tank tops and a pillow. The man did have a receipt for the items for which he did scan and render payment. He was arrested for retail fraud, and his gray 2016 Chrysler Town and Country minivan was impounded and towed. Surveillance … [Read more...] about Man attempts to steal merchandise by selectively self-scanning
Fraudster applies for mortgage using victim’s address
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — Mail sent to the victim’s address revealed that an unauthorized person was using their address to apply for a mortgage. The victim, who is in the process of selling the house, reported the mortgage application paperwork to their Realtor, who would in turn contact the mortgage company reviewing the fraudulent application. … [Read more...] about Fraudster applies for mortgage using victim’s address
Hit-and-run caught on camera
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A woman driving a gray Volkswagen Tiguan hit a white Mercedes-Benz when attempting to rapidly change lanes to enter a gas station, then left the scene, driving east on Outer Drive. The suspect was described a Black woman in her 20s or 30s. The victim turned over a video of the incident, along with images of the license plate and driver, to the responding police officers. … [Read more...] about Hit-and-run caught on camera
Dearborn Symphony presents a monumental season finale: Verdi’s Requiem
DEARBORN — The Dearborn Symphony concludes its season with one of the most powerful and awe-inspiring works ever composed: “Messa da Requiem” by Giuseppe Verdi, at 7:30 p.m. May 8 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Steven Jarvi, the performance will unite orchestra, chorus, and four soloists for an unforgettable musical experience. Composed in 1874 in memory of Italian writer Alessandro Manzoni, Verdi’s “Requiem” is revered for its dramatic … [Read more...] about Dearborn Symphony presents a monumental season finale: Verdi’s Requiem
Emmanuel Lutheran School to hold fundraiser for hospital cancer unit
DEARBORN — Emmanuel Lutheran School will host a fundraiser for the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Pediatric Oncology Unit in honor of a student with Stage IV cancer now being cancer free. The “Grand Tour” will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. May 8 at the school, 22425 Morley Ave. Students from the school will be biking (preschool and kindergarten), walking (grades 1 to 3) and jogging (grades 4 to 8) in the parking lot, around the school and church buildings, and around the school block to raise money for the Ann Arbor hospital. A student … [Read more...] about Emmanuel Lutheran School to hold fundraiser for hospital cancer unit
Lincoln Park entrepreneur Ken Post talks about his GlassMaster invention
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – Inventor and entrepreneur Ken Post spoke April 8 at the Lincoln Park Historical Museum explaining his invention, production and evolution of the GlassMaster, a unique windshield cleaning tool. The tool was created by Post in the 1990s from an idea he tinkered with when he was between jobs. He and his friend Rob Laskos formed K & R Industries, LLC, in 1998, and started marketing the tool in earnest. By the early 2000s, they were selling it at car shows … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park entrepreneur Ken Post talks about his GlassMaster invention
Allen Park dog park construction under way
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Construction of a city dog park at 24000 Outer Drive, near the Department of Public Works, is under way, City Administrator Tom Murray said during the April 14 City Council meeting. The park will be called Rusty’s Dog Park, and the dog mascot statue from the former Baker College campus will be displayed nearby. Murray said fencing is up, concrete has been poured, water bowls have been ordered and surveillance cameras will be installed. Since the dog park will be located … [Read more...] about Allen Park dog park construction under way
APHS cheer team honored for third consecutive state title
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – The Allen Park High School girls competitive cheerleading team was honored at the April 14 City Council meeting for winning the state title in their division for the third consecutive year. The team has earned six state titles in the past seven years, and eight titles overall. Mayor Gail McLeod congratulated the team and coaches for their outstanding achievement, which she said is a testimony to their hard work, dedication, teamwork and commitment. The team members are: … [Read more...] about APHS cheer team honored for third consecutive state title