DEARBORN — The Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Ali Alsaadi, who was last seen near the 2700 block of Pardee Street on May 13. Ali is described as an Arab male with medium-length black curly hair and brown eyes. He is approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 130 pounds. At the time he was last seen, Ali was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black sweat pants, and dark blue gym shoes. The Police Department is investigating and asking anyone with information … [Read more...] about Dearborn police seek public’s assistance locating missing juvenile
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Boys benefit from Westwood Schools’ ‘Beat the Streets’ program
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS – Fifth- and sixth-grade boys at Thorne Elementary School in Westwood Community Schools are benefiting from “Beat the Streets,” a youth development program designed to improve their lives. Malachi Lee Anderson, who works with the mentorship program, said the Westwood School District was first introduced to “Beat the Streets” through a visiting show, and the program has been benefiting fifth- and sixth-grade boys at Thorne for the past three years. Westwood Schools social … [Read more...] about Boys benefit from Westwood Schools’ ‘Beat the Streets’ program
New Dearborn Heights ordinance director ready to attack blight
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS – Usef Nasrallah was sworn in May 12 as the city’s new director of Ordinance and Animal Control, a position closely aligned with Mayor Mo Baydoun’s goals for the city. Baydoun said that key positions like Nasrallah’s are less like a 9-to-5 job and more like a Monday to Sunday job that will be a key part of the city’s evolving culture. “He is somebody where like his wife will send a message to me and be like, ‘Can you tell my husband to stop working, it’s Saturday morning … [Read more...] about New Dearborn Heights ordinance director ready to attack blight
Shoplifter and cohorts banned from store
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers HEIGHTS — Five people who were causing a disturbance the afternoon of May 7, one of whom may have been attempting to shoplift, were banned from Dunham’s Sports, 26312 Ford Road. The individual who had been holding merchandise under his arm was stopped by a store employee before he could exit the store, so he was not charged with larceny. … [Read more...] about Shoplifter and cohorts banned from store
Residential window broken
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — A woman reported a broken residential window the afternoon of May 6 on Columbia Street. She said the damage occurred when she was at work. There were no nearby surveillance cameras. A neighbor said that the victim had a company doing yard work on their property the day before, but had not seen anyone else in the vicinity. The responding officer surmised that it is possible that a rock propelled from underneath landscaping power equipment might have damaged the window. … [Read more...] about Residential window broken
AAUW-Dearborn Marge Powell Awards recognize high school seniors
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Young women from each of the city’s three public high schools were honored April 29 with the Marge Powell Leadership Award, which recognizes excellence in leadership, integrity and community service. Marge Powell was the first woman elected to the City Council in 1975, ran unsuccessfully for mayor in 1985, was committed to public service and served as a role model for young leaders. She championed expanding the role of women in government, education and service to the … [Read more...] about AAUW-Dearborn Marge Powell Awards recognize high school seniors
Cherry Hill Presbyterian presents soprano Giles Simmer in concert on May 31
DEARBORN — Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church will feature soprano Giles Simmer for the 2026 “Music at Cherry Hill” concert series at 4 p.m. May 31. The performance will include the one-woman operetta “Bon Appétit!,” based on the television cooking shows of master chef Julia Child. Well known throughout the metropolitan Detroit area, Simmer is described as a “warm and fluent” soprano. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Music from Hillsdale College and a master’s degree in Vocal Performance at Western Michigan University. She has … [Read more...] about Cherry Hill Presbyterian presents soprano Giles Simmer in concert on May 31
Two new theater groups offer fascinating fare
Two new theatre groups are offering entertainment at local venues, as The Hook & Ladder Theatre Company of Romulus presents the Horton Foote drama, “The Trip to Bountiful” and a newly formed Dearborn-based group presents the world premiere of “Bully: A Musical Lampoon,” based on the life and lies of Donald Trump, at 5221 Oakwood Blvd. in Dearborn. HOOK & LADDER THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS ‘THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL’ “The Trip to Bountiful,” written in 1953 by Horton Foote, follows an older woman who escapes her domineering … [Read more...] about Two new theater groups offer fascinating fare
Public invited to Memorial Day ceremonies at 3 Dearborn high schools
DEARBORN — All three traditional public high schools in Dearborn are planning special events before Memorial Day to remember fallen soldiers from their schools. The ceremonies will take place in the morning of the week before Memorial Day, and all will honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Visitors are welcome to attend the events. Dearborn High School will hold its ceremony at 9 a.m. May 20 starting in the school auditorium, 19501 W. Outer Drive. The event honors DHS graduates and others who lost their … [Read more...] about Public invited to Memorial Day ceremonies at 3 Dearborn high schools
Dearborn gears up for 2-night small business extravaganza
N ight of Innovation and Bet on Dearborn Resource Expo DEARBORN – The city will host a high-energy, two-part event designed to spark creativity and fuel the local economy. The community will gather May 12 and 13 to celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship through the Dearborn Night of Innovation and the Bet on Dearborn Resource Expo at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. Night 1: The Night of Innovation, May 12 The festivities kick off with an evening dedicated to inspiration and high-stakes … [Read more...] about Dearborn gears up for 2-night small business extravaganza