18 and over eligible, no residency requirement DEARBORN – The public is welcome to walk in at the Consolidated Vaccination Center in Dearborn April 15. Walk-ins are accepted 8 a.m. to noon, 1:30 to 6 p.m., and 6:30 to 7 p.m. People 18 and older are eligible to receive the vaccine at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. Those wishing to schedule an appointment for today or a future date may still do so at www.cityofdearborn.org/covid. The vaccines are the two-dose Moderna shots. Moderna is … [Read more...] about Walk-ins welcome April 15 at Dearborn vaccination center
Riverview
Kuspa applauds federal funding for DUWA
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – Mayor Joseph Kuspa praised an $18 million federal low interest loan to the Downriver Utility Wastewater Authority during the April 7 City Council study session. He said he learned of the unprecedented loan as a representative of Southgate during a March 23 DUWA national teleconference, which was hosted by Environmental Protection Agency Administer Michael Regan. Kuspa said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), and U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-13th … [Read more...] about Kuspa applauds federal funding for DUWA
Driver flees following hit-and-run
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — Police were dispatched to Valade and Vreeland streets March 6 for a vehicle fleeing the scene of a hit-and-run crash. Dispatch advised that the fleeing vehicle was a silver pickup truck and that the truck turned west on Pennsylvania Road. The victim did not know the make or model. Responding officers checked Pennsylvania Road from Fort Street to Allen Road, but did not locate the pickup. The first victim said he was traveling with his daughter south on Valade just north of … [Read more...] about Driver flees following hit-and-run
Trenton to host COVID-19 vaccine clinic for 5 Downriver communities
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — Residents in Trenton and Riverview may sign up for COVID-19 vaccine appointments at a clinic being hosted by the city of Trenton April 17 and 19. In posts on Facebook, Mayor Steven Rzeppa said the city’s clinic was able to secure 600 more vaccines and appointment slots for April 17 and also acquire an additional vaccines to be administered on April 19. The clinic will be held at the Westfield Activities Center, 2700 Westfield, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. Anyone 18 and … [Read more...] about Trenton to host COVID-19 vaccine clinic for 5 Downriver communities
Apartment complex leaves residents displaced, building damaged
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — Firefighters worked overnight to put out a fire at Riverview Crossings, 15027 Brookview Drive, which displaced residents living at the apartment complex. The call came in about 10:45 p.m. April 4 about a structure fire and when firefighters arrived they found the entire west side fully engulfed in flames. Mutual aid was immediately summoned and came from Wyandotte, Southgate, Grosse Ile Township, and Brownstown Township along with logistical services from Downriver … [Read more...] about Apartment complex leaves residents displaced, building damaged
HFC to host annual Black Male Retention & Success Conference April 14-16
DEARBORN — Henry Ford College will host its second annual Black Male Retention & Success conference April 13 to 16. This virtual event runs on the following dates: Author and professor Theodore Ransaw will give the keynote address, “Strategies for Reimagining the Black Male Scholar as Cool,” at 4 p.m. April 15. Admission is free and open to the public. To register, click here. The theme of the conference is “kujichagulia,” which translates to “Through our will, we will succeed: More than a philosophy. We must embrace the … [Read more...] about HFC to host annual Black Male Retention & Success Conference April 14-16
Southgate welcomes Easter Bunny to Market Center Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – The Easter Bunny greeted families on March 27 during a socially-distanced event, with timed entrances and holiday treats, at Market Center Park, southeast of Eureka and Trenton roads. Mayor Joseph Kuspa said it was different than in past years, since they did not have an egg hunt, but it was still nice to have the Easter Bunny visit Southgate and pose for photos. He said the Cultural Arts and Special Events Commission, and the city’s Recreation Department, … [Read more...] about Southgate welcomes Easter Bunny to Market Center Park
Over $1,000 in charges made fraudulently
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — A woman reported to police that her bank account had several fraudulent charges made to her account totaling $1,300 as of March 21. She said that while checking her bank account March 18, she noticed the four charges prompting her to call and advise her bank. The charges were made March 13 at Red Robin for $50.95, March 14 at Mattress Discount for $899.94 and Kroger in Brownstown for $335, and March 15 at Sam’s Club for $45. According to the report, the woman was contacted … [Read more...] about Over $1,000 in charges made fraudulently
Rear window shattered on vehicle
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — Police responded to a parking lot near a building in Colonial Village on Sibley and Shenandoah after a victim reported damage to her vehicle window. The victim said her rear window was shattered on her black Ford Escape. There was a small hole in the upper right side, possibly caused by a pellet. Damage is valued at approximately $250. Police spoke with the victim who said she parked about 2 p.m. and when she returned at 7:45 p.m. to find the damage. An officer examined … [Read more...] about Rear window shattered on vehicle
Riverview man charged for shooting at police officers
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — Daniel Ireland, 31, of Riverview faces 28 charges after he allegedly opened fire on two Riverview police officers March 27. Wayne County Prosector Kym Worthy charged Ireland with two counts of assault with intent to murder, two counts of assault with intent to do great bodily harm, one count of discharge of a firearm at an occupied building, two counts of assault with intent to do great bodily harm, one count of felon in possession of a rifle, two counts of felon in possession … [Read more...] about Riverview man charged for shooting at police officers