By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Police Cpl. Mohamed Said was remembered July 20 at the Civic Arena on the first anniversary of his death in the line of duty. A memorial motorcycle ride and a community gathering at the Civic Arena marked Said’s passing. Deputy Police Chief Nick Martinez thanked the Detroit Police Department, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, the Michigan State Police, the Michigan Department of Corrections, and police officers from Inkster, River Rouge, Romulus and Westland for their … [Read more...] about Melvindale Police Cpl. Said remembered on first anniversary of his death in the line of duty
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Protestors rally against Trump in Southgate
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – Protestors lined Fort Street near Oak Street July 17 decrying the policies of the Trump administration while remembering civil rights activist John Lewis on the fifth anniversary of his passing. With the nationwide protests headlined “Good Trouble Lives On,” local activists carried signs protesting a wide range of Trump administration policies, from the defunding of PBS, cuts to Medicaid, the need to release the Epstein files, immigration crackdowns and the perceived … [Read more...] about Protestors rally against Trump in Southgate
After stormy start, sun shines on Wyandotte Street Art Fair
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Despite threatening storm clouds, the sun came out the afternoon of July 9 for the first of four days of the annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair on Biddle Avenue. The street fair, which runs from Oak Street to Eureka Road, offers arts and crafts under white tents down both sides of the roadway, with clothing, fiber art, digital and mixed media, jewelry and metal work, paintings, including watercolors, pottery, photography, prints, drawing, glass and leather work. Vendors … [Read more...] about After stormy start, sun shines on Wyandotte Street Art Fair
PGD’s teen Guildings present ‘Legally Blonde;’ Spectrum Staging offers the teen edition of ‘Hadestown’
Summer theater projects offer both a fun and valuable learning experience for teen thespians, and whether they continue in theatre as a hobby or a career, the fond memories they form during a summer show will last a lifetime. Two summer teen shows are opening soon, with the Players Guild of Dearborn presenting the musical “Legally Blonde” July 24 to 27, and Spectrum Staging presenting “Hadestown – teen edition” July 18 and 19. PLAYERS GUILD OF DEARBORN’S TEEN GUILDINGS PRESENT THE MUSICAL ‘LEGALLY BLONDE’ The teen … [Read more...] about PGD’s teen Guildings present ‘Legally Blonde;’ Spectrum Staging offers the teen edition of ‘Hadestown’
Wyandotte celebrates Independence Day with annual parade
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Police and fire sirens roared, politicians waved, bands played, non-profit groups showed their support and veterans proudly marched along Biddle Avenue July 4 during the city’s annual Independence Day Parade. Nicole Baker, Member Center manager at Community Choice Credit Union and founder of “Shop the Dotte” served as the parade grand marshal. Veterans of Foreign Wars from the 4th District provided a color guard, and were followed by a float sponsored by the Military … [Read more...] about Wyandotte celebrates Independence Day with annual parade
Wyandotte woman co-authors books on Downriver Civil War veterans
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Downriver author and historian Mary-Johna Wein, 33, of Wyandotte recently co-authored her second book about local Civil War veterans with Martin Bertera. The first book, “Biographies of Civil War Soldiers from Wyandotte, Michigan” was published Dec. 16, 2023, while the second, “Biographies of Civil War Soldiers buried in Taylor MI” was released May 21, 2025. Wein said the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted the research that led to the first book. “We had nothing … [Read more...] about Wyandotte woman co-authors books on Downriver Civil War veterans
Dearborn’s Padzieski Gallery hosts ‘Home – A Reflection of Uncertain Times’
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – “Home – A Reflection of Uncertain Times,” showcases the work of 30 local artists through July 5 at the Padzieski Gallery in the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. The exhibit “seeks to explore and reimagine the idea of home in the current cultural American climate, particularly for marginalized communities navigating the challenges of exclusion, erasure and systemic inequalities.” EmmaJean Woodyard, executive director of the Dearborn Community Fund, said home … [Read more...] about Dearborn’s Padzieski Gallery hosts ‘Home – A Reflection of Uncertain Times’
Downriver author launches children’s chapter book series
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers Downriver author Mary Martinez has launched the first in a series of children’s chapter books about the travels of twins Mary and Michael in “Adventure Abroad with the McComas Siblings.” The first is set in Paris, while the second, currently being written, is set in London and Sicily. Martinez said she has included teachable moments about honesty, courage, perseverance and consistency in her stories. The Westland native graduated from the Schoolcraft College Police Academy, where she … [Read more...] about Downriver author launches children’s chapter book series
Headlamp shattered on parked SUV
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — The front passenger headlamp lens of a gray 2025 Toyota Recreational Active Vehicle was reported shattered with an unknown object April 29 in the 400 block of Park Avenue. The vandalism occurred overnight. The victim said he does not have any surveillance cameras, but he will check with a neighbor to see if their camera captured footage of the vandalism. … [Read more...] about Headlamp shattered on parked SUV
Wallet with Social Security card stolen from car
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A black bi-fold men’s wallet containing the victim’s Social Security card, Michigan driver’s license, and credit and debit cards was stolen from a silver 2020 Nissan Altima parked in the 1300 block of Empire Avenue. A black 2009 Chevy Tahoe parked nearby was rummaged through, but nothing was taken. The victim said both vehicles were locked at the time. There was no damage to the vehicles to indicate forced entry. The man was advised to cancel his debit and credit cards, and to … [Read more...] about Wallet with Social Security card stolen from car