By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The owner of a silver 1974 semi-trailer stored in a lot on Van Born Road reported Aug. 21 that he discovered that it had been stolen. The victim said the theft occurred between May 4 and Aug. 17, which is when he discovered that the semi-trailer was missing. Employees at the storage facility had no information about when it may have been removed from the lot. It was entered into the Law Enforcement Information Network as stolen. … [Read more...] about Semi-trailer stolen from storage lot
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Hot and spicy: Annual Dearborn Heights chili cookoff raises money for burn camp
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS – Warm sun, hot chili and a welcoming atmosphere permeated the Dearborn Heights firefighters’ annual chili cookoff Sept. 12 at Parkland Park, a burn camp fundraiser. Burn camps are a no-cost, judgement-free zone for children and teens who have survived severe burn injuries, letting them heal emotionally and find a safe community with similarly affected peers. Held at Parkland Park, attendees enjoyed live music, raffles, bouncy houses for children, ice cream … [Read more...] about Hot and spicy: Annual Dearborn Heights chili cookoff raises money for burn camp
K-9 tracks lawnmower thief
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — A K-9 was able to follow the track left by an attempted lawnmower thief who fled on foot, but police officers were unable to take a suspect into custody. Shortly after midnight Aug. 18, a resident on Lehigh Street reported that a man had broken into his garage and attempted to steal an older model Craftsman lawnmower, which the thief abandoned in the driveway before fleeing on foot after the resident shined a flashlight on him. K-9 Twix and a police officer … [Read more...] about K-9 tracks lawnmower thief
Stolen vehicle recovered in Detroit
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — A gray 2016 Hyundai Elantra that was reported stolen the morning of Aug. 20 from the driveway of a residence on Hazelton Street was later found abandoned in Detroit with damage to its ignition. The vehicle had been locked, and was stolen without its keys. There were no nearby surveillance cameras, but a neighbor saw a dark purple sedan and a black sport utility vehicle pull up nearby earlier that morning, and a man emerged from the black SUV with his face covered. Shortly … [Read more...] about Stolen vehicle recovered in Detroit
‘The Notebook – The Musical’ opens Broadway in Detroit season
The Ambassador Theater Group’s Broadway in Detroit season begins Sept. 22 to Oct. 4 with “The Notebook – The Musical” at the Fisher Theater, 3011 W. Grand Boulevard in Detroit. The musical is based on the 1996 bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks, which was made into the 2004 romantic drama film. “‘The Notebook’ is ultimately a celebration of life, love, and the power of memory,” said producers Kevin McCollum and Kurt Deutsch. “Audiences first fell in love with this timeless story as a novel, then as an iconic film, and now they can … [Read more...] about ‘The Notebook – The Musical’ opens Broadway in Detroit season
POP mural ‘History of Tomorrow’ brightens DHM office building
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The latest Pockets of Perception student team mural, “The History of Tomorrow,” sponsored by the Dearborn Community Fund, was dedicated Aug. 26 at the Dearborn Historical Museum offices, 915 S. Brady. Dearborn Community Fund Board President Johanna Seidel said the latest mural is the 15th art installation that has been placed throughout the city since 2010 by the Pockets of Perception youth public art program. She said the team designed and painted the mural … [Read more...] about POP mural ‘History of Tomorrow’ brightens DHM office building
PGD and OBTC open seasons with ‘Disaster!’ and ‘Boom’
Ready for disaster and humor? Look no further than the Players Guild of Dearborn opening season show, “Disaster!” a campy, 1970s jukebox musical, and Trenton’s Open Book Theatre Company’s season starter “Boom,” featuring a bomb shelter first date as a comet hurtles toward Earth. THE PLAYERS GUILD OF DEARBORN PRESENTS ‘DISASTER!’ The Players Guild of Dearborn presents Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick’s “Disaster!” a 1970s-themed jukebox musical comedy spoofing the disaster films of the era with earthquakes, tidal waves, … [Read more...] about PGD and OBTC open seasons with ‘Disaster!’ and ‘Boom’
AAUW to hold annual book sale Oct. 2 to 4 at the DISC
DEARBORN – Used books and media will be available Oct. 2 to 4 at the Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Road, as the American Association of University Women-Dearborn holds its annual sale. The offerings include adult used books sorted into more than 20 categories, along with a room full of children’s books. Also included in the sale are vinyl records, CDs and DVDs. Those seeking first pick may pay $15 for early admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Oct. 2. After the early-bird sale, admission is free. From 11 a.m. to 8 … [Read more...] about AAUW to hold annual book sale Oct. 2 to 4 at the DISC
New Dearborn Heights K-9 Loki joins police force
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS – New K-9 Officer Loki, who will be working with Dearborn Heights Police Officer William Ruch, was sworn in by City Clerk Lynne Senia during the Aug. 25 city council meeting. Dearborn Heights Police Chief Michael Guzowski said Loki, who is just over a year old, has been training hard to prepare for his new … [Read more...] about New Dearborn Heights K-9 Loki joins police force
Dearborn Heights City Council receives update on new fire station
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS – Fire Chief Phil Hall and Project Manager Lauren Lee of Partners in Architecture PLC provided an update on the city’s new fire station during the Aug. 25 City Council meeting. The new building will be located on the west side of Beech Daly Road, between Hines Drive and Warren Avenue, adjacent to the Warren Valley Golf Course. Hall said the project, which began in November of 2025, represents an important investment in the safety and future of the … [Read more...] about Dearborn Heights City Council receives update on new fire station