By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – The fire department welcomed guests into the station, located at 6730 Roosevelt Avenue, the afternoon of Sept. 20 for a family-friendly open house. Attendees had an opportunity to see fire and emergency response vehicles, tour firefighter living quarters and workout areas, and even try their hand at aiming a fire extinguisher at a target. Fire Chief Jeff O’Riley said they wanted an opportunity to show residents what their hard-earned money went towards, and to … [Read more...] about Allen Park fire department hosts open house
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Halloween in Greenfield Village offers spooky fun
Photos by Sue Suchyta By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Whether you enjoy chatting with costumed characters or taking a short stroll on the wild side through a haunted covered bridge, there’s plenty of entertainment during Halloween in Greenfield Village. Throughout the Village, characters are ready to interact and pose for photos, whether it’s Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz folks, or the colorful characters from Alice in Wonderland enjoying the Mad Hatter’s tea party. There’s delicious food, … [Read more...] about Halloween in Greenfield Village offers spooky fun
Michigan agriculture, education officials join Dearborn Public Schools leaders to highlight local food purchasing
MDARD’s Good Food for Michigan Project grant helping DPS increase local food for students, strengthen connections with farmers, food supplier DEARBORN, Mich. — State officials from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and the Michigan Office of Nutrition Services visited Dearborn Public Schools on Wednesday to celebrate the district’s work to bring more locally grown food to students through the Good Food for Michigan Project. Dearborn Public Schools, the third-largest school district in the … [Read more...] about Michigan agriculture, education officials join Dearborn Public Schools leaders to highlight local food purchasing
Crestwood’s Ahmad Bazzi honored for designing winning ‘I Voted’ sticker
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS – Crestwood High School student Ahmad Bazzi was honored during the Sept. 22 city council meeting for his winning design of a Michigan “I Voted” sticker, one of three chosen. The Michigan Department of State presented three winners out of 90 entries, which were voted upon online, with the winning stickers available for purchase by local election clerks for distribution at polling locations. Bazzi’s design, with “I Voted” in red letters, featured a forest and light … [Read more...] about Crestwood’s Ahmad Bazzi honored for designing winning ‘I Voted’ sticker
Detroit Axle makes generous donation to Lincoln Park Little League
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – Detroit Axle donated an initial $30,000 to renovate the city’s Little League fields, Mayor Maureen Tobin announced during the Sept. 28 council meeting to an enthusiastic group of young athletes. Tobin said that Detroit Axle, which is moving into the old K & M Tire Warehouse at 2251 Dix Highway, will donate $30,000 monthly until the Little League Fields are redone. “A wonderful family, very interested in being involved in the city of Lincoln Park, and they … [Read more...] about Detroit Axle makes generous donation to Lincoln Park Little League
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
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
Flower power: Southgate butterfly garden fundraiser supports animal rescue groups
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – The Felty Farm, a suburban flowering oasis on Windermere Circle, was in full bloom Aug. 23 for the butterfly garden’s annual fundraiser for animal rescue groups. Animal rescue groups, including Verne Felty’s Blind Cat Sanctuary, the River Rouge Animal Shelter, Friends of Companion Animals, and Happy Paws Haven participated, along with other supporters and volunteers. Raffle baskets added to the fundraisers, and participating groups had individual booths … [Read more...] about Flower power: Southgate butterfly garden fundraiser supports animal rescue groups
Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Under sunny skies, five dozen artists filled the top of the hill at Homecoming with colorful creations during the annual Paint Out in the Park competition. Artist and event staff member Sasha Corder said this is the 12th Paint Out in the Park and the biggest year yet, with 60 artists participating. “Everyone forgets it is a competition,” she said. “Everyone just spends all three days making friends, meeting new people, networking, exchanging styles and techniques and … [Read more...] about Artists brighten Homecoming during annual Paint Out in the Park