TAYLOR — Wayne County soon will be repaving Ecorse Road, between the area just east of Monroe and the area just west of Pardee. Ecorse is a county maintained road, and has been in need of improvements. This stretch of the road serves Kroger and Taylortown Trade Center, two high-traffic areas. This project is targeted at approximately $1.3 million. As county and city road projects converge, by the end of 2022, Pardee will be completely repaved, connecting to this newly paved Ecorse section, which in turn connects to Monroe … [Read more...] about Wayne County to repave Ecorse Road, between Pardee and Monroe
Southgate
Door lock damaged on senior’s car
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE — A resident at Deaconess Towers senior apartments reported that the door key lock on her 2008 Chevy Impala was damaged between July 18 and July 24, likely by someone trying to punch the lock. The victim was able to unlock the vehicle using the key fob. It appeared that no illegal entry was gained, and there was no other damage to the vehicle. … [Read more...] about Door lock damaged on senior’s car
Wallets stolen overnight from unlocked vehicle
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE — Two wallets were reported stolen the morning of July 25 from an unlocked 2020 Jeep Wrangler in the 19800 block of Main Street. The woman’s wallet contained a driver’s license and several credit cards, while the man’s wallet contained $50 in cash, a driver’s license, a Social Security card and credit cards. … [Read more...] about Wallets stolen overnight from unlocked vehicle
Aug. 13 Music Under the Stars concert with Packin’ Heat moves inside
DEARBORN – The Aug. 13 Music Under the Stars concert featuring Packin' Heat, originally scheduled at Ford Field Park has been moved indoors at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. Because of anticipated rain and soggy conditions at the park, the concert will be held at 7 p.m. in the Michael A. Guido Theater. … [Read more...] about Aug. 13 Music Under the Stars concert with Packin’ Heat moves inside
Wayne County sends landfill expansion proposal back to Riverview for improvements
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers RIVERVIEW — The Wayne County Solid Wast Planning Division and Facility Inclusion Committee voted to hold off on approving the expansion of the Riverview Land Preserve landfill following a lengthy discussion and consideration of public input. At a more than three-hour meeting Aug. 2, committee members heard a presentation from city officials as well as public concerns and comments from Downriver elected officials. Wayne County Environmental Services Division Director Patrick Cullen … [Read more...] about Wayne County sends landfill expansion proposal back to Riverview for improvements
Southgate proposes ordinance to regulate outdoor temporary storage containers
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – City Administrator Dustin Lent explained a proposed ordinance to regulate residential and commercial outdoor temporary storage containers during the Aug. 4 City Council meeting, and its first reading was held. He said the city has an ordinance for permanent storage containers, but not temporary ones. “You probably drive around and you see what’s called these PODS or portable storage units in people’s driveways or yards, and we are created an ordinance so we can … [Read more...] about Southgate proposes ordinance to regulate outdoor temporary storage containers
Rims and tires stolen from sedan
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE — Four factory 19-inch silver titanium rims and tires, valued at $500 each, were reported stolen July 8 from a 2019 burgundy Ford Fusion at South Point Apartments on Grace Street. The vehicle, which was locked, was left balanced on bricks. Another vehicle in the same general area suffered the same fate. No other items were stolen from the vehicle. There were no suspects. … [Read more...] about Rims and tires stolen from sedan
Stone statue stolen
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE — A small stone garden statue of a little girl, valued at $100, was stolen July 30 from the front garden of a house in the 12000 block of Venness Street. The victim shared possible suspect information with the responding police officer, but there was no physical evidence nor witnesses to support her suspicion. … [Read more...] about Stone statue stolen
Allen Park man makes custom aprons from recycled clothing
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — Michael Gerner, 26, of Allen Park has been busy building his business creating custom aprons from recycled clothing which started as a hobby. Gerner’s mother, Elizabeth Gerner, has been helping sort and handle orders. “We currently have 20 orders to fulfill and even more messages on the Facebook page,” she said. Those interested in placing orders for custom aprons or cup koozies made by Michael Gerner can message Elizabeth Gerner through the Handmade by Michael G … [Read more...] about Allen Park man makes custom aprons from recycled clothing
Southgate hosts Thursday night events at Market Center Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – Thursday evenings in Market Center Park, with concerts, food and fun, will continue through the end of August, Mayor Joseph Kuspa announced at the July 21 City Council meeting. The events run from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., with a 6 p.m. band start time. Aug. 5 features Mexican Food Madness, with the band “All Directions,” which plays funk, jazz, and rhythm and blues. Food trucks from Tijuana’s, Buffy’s Mexi-Casian Grill and Treat Dreams will be on site, with yard … [Read more...] about Southgate hosts Thursday night events at Market Center Park