Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn All six outdoor pools in Dearborn will be open from 1 to 8 p.m. on the Fourth of July. DEARBORN – The city will extend the schedule of its outdoor pools by two hours on the Fourth of July because of the continuing heat wave. All will be open from 1-8 p.m. Dunworth Memorial Pool at Levagood’s normal hours are 1 to 8 p.m. on weekdays and holidays, and usual daily hours for the other five — Ford Woods, Lapeer, Summer-Stephens, Ten Eyck and Crowley — are 1 to 6 p.m. Daily admission at Dunworth … [Read more...] about All six outdoor pools in Dearborn will be open until 8 p.m. on Fourth of July
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Residents, officials discuss options for Hemlock Pool’s future
Photo by Sherri Kolade City Attorney Debra Walling (center) informs residents of updates surrounding the possible opening of Hemlock pool. Outdoor Pool Committee member Margaret Green (left) and City Assessor Gary Evanko were among the panel members during the pool meeting By SHERRI KOLADE Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — The discussion to sink or swim the Hemlock Pool is a topic that leaves many passionate residents with very different opinions. Those opinions were voiced at a meeting June 26 to discuss the option of … [Read more...] about Residents, officials discuss options for Hemlock Pool’s future
City orders lethal force in seagull eviction
Saving flock of seagulls Photo by James Mitchell Downriver residents Amber Murphy (left), Kim McWhorter and Cheryll Robertson tend to a wounded seagull Friday. The three protested the city’s use of force to cull the bird population at a vacant Fort Street car dealership, which officials said posed an increasing threat to public health. By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE — The flock of seagulls that claimed squatter’s rights at a vacant car dealership on Fort Street stirred up the community last week. … [Read more...] about City orders lethal force in seagull eviction
Residents can find relief from heat in Dearborn public buildings
DEARBORN — The National Weather Service is predicting hot weather conditions for the remainder of the week, with temperatures expected to peak in the 100s. These extreme conditions can be dangerous, causing heat-related health problems. Dearborn residents are invited to cool off during regular business hours at the following public buildings: • Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. — 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. • Henry Ford Centennial … [Read more...] about Residents can find relief from heat in Dearborn public buildings
Florida man’s prelim exam in 1991 homicide rescheduled for Sept.
Cold case prelim rescheduled Photo by Sherri Kolade Kelly Michael Brady (left), a 45-year-old Fort Pierce, Fla., resident, and his Detroit-based attorney, Maria Mannarino, listen to 19th District Court Judge Mark Somers during his preliminary examination on June 22. By SHERRI KOLADE Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A Florida man’s preliminary examination is rescheduled for this fall in the 19th District Court on charges of first-degree homicide in the death of a woman more than two decades ago. Fort Pierce, Fla., … [Read more...] about Florida man’s prelim exam in 1991 homicide rescheduled for Sept.
Gravel hauler spills, stalls traffic
Photo by Dave Gorgon A crew cleans up debris left behind after a gravel hauler rolled over on Telegraph Wednesday. The truck overturned after being struck by an recreational vehicke driven by an Alaska woman, that reportedly turned onto Telegraph. The northbound lanes between Wick and Goddard were closed from about 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Hazmat crews cleared the scene of spilled diesel fuel before the road reopened. Drivers of both vehicles suffered minor injuries and were transported to Oakwood Medical Center. Police are … [Read more...] about Gravel hauler spills, stalls traffic
City officials thank area firefighters for containing fire at Lions, Tigers & Beers
Flames destroy sports bar Photos courtesy of the Allen Park Fire Department About 100 firefighters from various Downriver communities battled the flames at Lions, Tigers and Beers in Wyandotte June 10. By ANDREA POTEET Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Officials here are thanking police and fire personnel from throughout the area for their work in fighting a fire that claimed Lions, Tigers and Beers June 10. Wyandotte Fire Chief Jeffrey Carley visited Monday’s City Council meeting to thank the approximately 100 … [Read more...] about City officials thank area firefighters for containing fire at Lions, Tigers & Beers
Disposing of retired flags
Photo by Sherri Kolade Retired American flags are prepared for proper disposal at the the city of Dearborn’s annual Flag Day Ceremony June 14 in Ford Field Park. The flags were hung above sand and set ablaze. … [Read more...] about Disposing of retired flags
Spirit Fest fun
Photo by Sherri Kolade The 26th annual Spirit Festival, held last Wednesday through Sunday at the Canfield Community Center, featured major attractions including ’80s cover band Square PEGZ, Byron in Motion, Teen Angels and Surfing USA! celebrating 50 years of the Beach Boys. The festival drew large crowds who rode various rides and waited in line to scarf down carnival-style food. … [Read more...] about Spirit Fest fun
Race to the finish
Photo by James Mitchell Brothers Kyle and Kevin Kelly round the curve at the Nursery School Olympics Wednesday in Trenton’s Elizabeth Park. The annual welcome-to-summer morning of non-competitive games and activities has been a tradition for 25 years, said Trenton Parks and Recreation Director Joann Perna. Open to preschoolers throughout the area, the Olympics includes sports and events including the Diaper Derby and Toddler Trot. Perna said that about 100 youngsters participate annually, and enjoy the concluding Parade of Champions … [Read more...] about Race to the finish