By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK – The City Council approved the issuance and sale of $23 million in revenue bonds July 13 to provide for improvements and additions to the city’s water and sewer systems. The ordinance provides for $6 million in Series 2026A bonds and $17 million in series 2026B bonds. The project qualifies for Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund financing programs administered by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy and the … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park City Council approves water and sewer bonds
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The musical ‘The Mad Ones’ to raise funds for DCA
As fundraising continues to help ensure the future of the Downriver Council for the Arts, voice teacher Jami Krause and her voice students present the musical “The Mad Ones” Aug. 6 to 8 at the James DeSana Center for Arts and Culture in Wyandotte. The musical, with book and lyrics by Kait Kerrigan and music by Bree Lowdermilk, focuses on 18-year-old Samantha Brown, who is overwhelmed with grief and unsure what to do after her best friend Kelly’s death. The show explores coping with loss, female friendship and following … [Read more...] about The musical ‘The Mad Ones’ to raise funds for DCA
65th annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair opens to sunshine
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – The 65th annual Wyandotte Street Art fair opened July 8 to sunshine as the heat wave receded, welcoming guests to stroll down Biddle Avenue to peruse rows of booths. More than 300 booths filled the fair, showcasing arts, culture, entertainment and delicious food options. The fair featured clothing, fiber, digital designs, metal work, sculpture, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, cartoons, photography, pottery, prints, drawings, leather work, wood designs, … [Read more...] about 65th annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair opens to sunshine
Stolen headphones send tracking signal
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A man who said his Apple AirPod Pro Max headphones were stolen the evening of April 22 from the cardio area of Raise the Bar Gym, 2146 Fort Street told police officers that he was tracking them to a residence on Garfield Street. When police officers went to the address, a neighbor said the resident had just left. The tracking signal was then shown moving away from the residence. The police officers advised the victim to see if the gym had any surveillance … [Read more...] about Stolen headphones send tracking signal
John Dingell Jr. and his work honored at centennial remembrance
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – The late U.S. Rep. John Dingell Jr. and his work were remembered July 8 on what would have been his 100th birthday at the International Wildlife Refuge that he helped established. The sunshine and the natural beauty of the refuge provided a welcome setting for the gathering, which featured speakers including his widow, U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-6th District); Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist; Wayne County Executive Warren Evans; Consul General for Canada in Detroit Colin Bird; and … [Read more...] about John Dingell Jr. and his work honored at centennial remembrance
Volunteers, sponsors needed for The Wall That Heals stop in Taylor
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – The city is seeking volunteers and event sponsors for The Wall That Heals stop at Heritage Park Aug. 11 to 16. Help is needed for site layout and preparation, electrical access and lighting, parking and traffic support, safety coordination and 24-hour operational assistance. About 200 volunteers and $35,000 in sponsorship support are being sought. Those wishing to get involved should contact Dennis J. Schlemmer. event coordinator for Taylor, at 313-409-5496 or … [Read more...] about Volunteers, sponsors needed for The Wall That Heals stop in Taylor
Summer Shakespeare: SRO presents ‘As You Like It’
Summer shows are ready to entertain, with Shakespeare Royal Oak offering “As You Like It,” the Guildlings at the Players Guild of Dearborn performing the musical “Chicago Teen Edition,” and Trenton’s Open Book Theatre offering a musical cabaret at 7 p.m. July 18 with Broadway comedy favorites. SHAKESPEARE ROYAL OAK PRESENTS ‘AS YOU LIKE IT’ A romantic comedy set in the Forest of Arden, William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” will be right at home amidst the towering trees at Starr Jaycee Park in Royal Oak as Shakespeare Royal … [Read more...] about Summer Shakespeare: SRO presents ‘As You Like It’
Vehicle window broken, charger stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — The right rear passenger side window of a red 2023 Kia Sportage was reported broken April 6, with a battery charger stolen and the interior of the vehicle ransacked. The victim said he last saw the window unbroken two days earlier. The steering column and ignition were undisturbed. … [Read more...] about Vehicle window broken, charger stolen
Car window damaged in apartment parking lot
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — The front passenger window of a gray 2018 Ford Taurus was reported damaged April 6 after it had been parked overnight in an apartment building parking lot in the 1200 block of Fort Street. It did not appear that the vandal entered the vehicle, and nothing was missing. The victim said she would check with the apartment manager to see if the surveillance cameras were working and captured the vandalism. … [Read more...] about Car window damaged in apartment parking lot
Fast food worker’s purse stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A woman reported that her purse, containing her wallet, identification, debit card and cell phone, was stolen April 22 from the McDonald’s, 4180 Fort St., where she is employed. She said the theft occurred between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m., and it was either taken from the employee break room or the public dining area. The victim said they reviewed surveillance camera footage to no avail. … [Read more...] about Fast food worker’s purse stolen