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Hangin’ on during Homecoming
Photo by James Mitchell Youngsters hang on during a wild ride on the Swamp Gator Friday on opening day of the 34th annual Dearborn Homecoming at Ford Field Park. The city of Dearborn’s three-day festival, which runs through Sunday, features carnival rides, food, family activities, art demonstrations, fireworks, a green living expo and entertainment led by Blues Traveler at 8:30 p.m. Saturday. … [Read more...] about Hangin’ on during Homecoming
Screening beneath the stars
Photo courtesy Jodi Truel A 20-minute rain didn't dampen showtime Thursday at Southgate's Family Fun Night in Howard Park. The municipal complex played host to children's games, vendors, live music by the George Brothers Band and an outdoor showing of "The Muppet Movie," all for free courtesy of Southgate Parks and Recreation. … [Read more...] about Screening beneath the stars
Man arrested, charged in Family Dollar double murder
Photo by Bob Oliver Nineteenth District Court Judge Sam Salamey (left) reads to Lavere Bryant (right) the charges that he faces in connection with the homicides at Family Dollar, 22631 Michigan Ave. Bryant is charged with eight felonies, including two counts each of first degree murder and felony murder, for the deaths of employees Joseph Orlando and Brenna Kathleen Machus. By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A Dearborn man was arrested and arraigned in connection with the killing of two Family Dollar store … [Read more...] about Man arrested, charged in Family Dollar double murder
Millage proposal only item on Allen Park ballot
Photo by Gabriel Goodwin Emergency Manager Joyce Parker addresses residents’ concerns about the police and fire millage proposal at her Coffee with the EM meeting Thursday at Maple Heights Retirement Community, 4600 Allen Road. By GABRIEL GOODWIN Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — Voters on Aug. 6 will decide the fate of the city’s 3.5-mill request to support the operations of the Police and Fire departments. “To balance the budget, I have to come up with $2 million,” Emergency Manager Joyce Parker said. “I have to close … [Read more...] about Millage proposal only item on Allen Park ballot
2 Family Dollar employees killed
Photo courtesy of the Dearborn Police Department Dearborn police are asking for help in identifying this man, who is the suspect wanted for questioning for the homicide of two Family Dollar employees last week. The DPD is asking anyone with information to contact them at 313-943-2241. Second body found near Rouge River 3 days after in-store shooting By BOB OLIVER Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Police are still investigating to see just what happened at the Family Dollar in west Dearborn that left one employee dead … [Read more...] about 2 Family Dollar employees killed
Woman commits suicide by driving into Detroit River
Photo by Gabriel Goodwin The Wayne County Sheriff’s Marine Division searches for the vehicle and the body of Carol Emans Monday. Sonar detected what was believed to be the truck about 11 p.m. and divers searched the area to locate the vehicle for another four hours. Investigators said there was about two feet of visibility and the intermittent rain played a large part in the six-hour search and recovery of the vehicle. By GABRIEL GOODWIN Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE — Investigators concluded a woman who drove into the … [Read more...] about Woman commits suicide by driving into Detroit River
Jazz hits the Ave.
Photo by Bob Oliver Skies cleared up just in time to kick off the 2013 Jazz on the Ave concert series July 10 in City Hall Park. A crowd estimated at 800 turned out to listen to Alexander Zonjic (above center) & Friends perform. The concert is the first of six scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug.14. Below, Tommy Spaghetti (left) of Jokes 4 Fun Entertainment paints the face of a young visitor. The series is organized by the East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority. … [Read more...] about Jazz hits the Ave.
Wyandotte Art Fair wraps up
Photo by Gabriel Goodwin Kristyn Sparks (right), of the Brighton-based mother-daughter business Deb’s DeWyne Designs, explains to a customer the making of bottle art at the Wyandotte Street Art Fair Wednesday. Sparks uses recycled wine and liquor bottles from bars and restaurants to make her bottle art. By GABRIEL GOODWIN Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE — The Wyandotte Street Art Fair celebrated its 52nd year with a circus theme promoting it to be the “Greatest Show on Earth.” The city created an official art fair in … [Read more...] about Wyandotte Art Fair wraps up
Dearborn residents can get out of the heat at city facilities
DEARBORN – Residents can go to any city library or the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center to get out of the heat and high humidity this week, city officials said. The center is open from 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The center has a seating area for those just wanting to relax, as well as an art gallery open to the public, and fitness area for residents paying an entrance fee or who are already pass holders. The Dearborn Senor Center, which is … [Read more...] about Dearborn residents can get out of the heat at city facilities