By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A suspect was arrested for the careless use of a firearm May 2 at Huron River Apartments on Old Goddard Road. Police officers responding to a shots fired call found a gray and black semi-automatic 9-millimeter pistol on a shelf near mailboxes in an apartment building hallway, with a black pistol magazine loaded with rounds to the left of the pistol. A live round was removed from the pistol, and the gun and ammo were placed in an evidence bag. … [Read more...] about Firearm suspect arrested
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Open Book Theatre Company opens ‘Too Heavy for Your Pocket’
Also opening: PSCSP ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,’ Grosse Ile HS ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ A range of entertainment awaits on local stages, from the thought-provoking drama “Too Heavy for Your Pocket” at Trenton’s Open Book Theater, to family favorite “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” in Wyandotte, to the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” at Grosse Ile High School. TRENTON’S OPEN BOOK THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS, ‘TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET’ In its commitment to present stories from diverse viewpoints, Trenton’s … [Read more...] about Open Book Theatre Company opens ‘Too Heavy for Your Pocket’
Pepper wins 15th House District partial term amid light voter turnout
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Democrat Jeffrey Pepper won Dearborn’s 15th District House race May 3 over Republican Ginger Shearer, 4,628 to 1,748, amid low in-person turn-out on a rainy day. With only 2 percent of registered voters casting in-person ballots, and more than 7 percent voting absentee, Pepper received 73 percent of the vote, with Shearer receiving 27 percent of the ballots cast. Pepper will fill the 15th District State House seat until Jan. 1, 2023, the position vacated when Abdullah … [Read more...] about Pepper wins 15th House District partial term amid light voter turnout
National Honor Society student leads Fleece and Thank You service project
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – Trenton High School students supported a National Honor Society service project April 27 to assemble fleece blankets to comfort hospitalized children. Three NHS students from Wyandotte Roosevelt High School joined the THS volunteers after school, as well. The event, spearheaded by Trenton High School junior Nina Lomas, 17, required fundraising to purchase kits from the non-profit group Fleece and Thank You, which also distributes the assembled fleece blankets to … [Read more...] about National Honor Society student leads Fleece and Thank You service project
Therese Terns receives Pax Christi Purple Ribbon for Peace Award
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Pax Christi of Michigan member Therese Terns of Dearborn was honored April 23 with the group’s 2022 Purple Ribbon of Peace Award at Saints Simon and Jude Church in Westland. Pax Christi of Michigan, a progressive nonprofit peace and justice organization, works to bring about peace locally, nationally and globally through prayer, study and action. The award, presented by PCM state council member Kim Redigan, recognizes Tern’s work as a peace … [Read more...] about Therese Terns receives Pax Christi Purple Ribbon for Peace Award
Neighbors concerned with Airbnb rentals in Dearborn’s Springwells Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Resident Therese Terns spoke to the City Council April 12, outlining problems with local Airbnb residential housing rentals and the problems they create in Springwells Park. Airbnb is an online marketplace that connects homeowners with people who want short-term accommodations in a specific area. The rentals, which range from a room to an entire home, are generally less expensive that hotels, and often allow kitchen privileges, which saves people from the cost of … [Read more...] about Neighbors concerned with Airbnb rentals in Dearborn’s Springwells Park
‘East Meets West’ displays local talent at Henry Ford Centennial Library
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – Work from artists throughout the city was on display April 23 in the “East Meets West” exhibit in the west corridor of Henry Ford Centennial Library during April Arts month. It featured work from Dearborn-based artists Sasha Corder, Matthew Dietz, Sunshine Durant, Carl George, Janet Kondziela, Tom Livo, Martine McDonald, Janice Martin and Kathleen O’Connell. Kondziela, MacDonald and O’Connell work in the Fine Arts Studio above Manno’s Clothing, 23810 Michigan … [Read more...] about ‘East Meets West’ displays local talent at Henry Ford Centennial Library
Pepper, Shearer face off May 3 to fill 15th District House seat partial term
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers Voters will decide May 3 who will fill Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud’s vacant 15th District State House seat through the end of 2022 – Democrat Jeffrey Pepper or Republican Ginger Shearer. Pepper said he will not run for another term, while Shearer plans to run in the August primary and, if eligible, in November, for a full-term House seat in the reconfigured district. Below are both candidates’ responses to questions. Why are you running for the partial term for 15th District … [Read more...] about Pepper, Shearer face off May 3 to fill 15th District House seat partial term
School employee charged with criminal sexual conduct
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE — Wyandotte Public School District employee Ronny James Sheeler, 31, was taken into custody April 22 and charged with third and fourth degree criminal sexual conduct involving a student. He was arraigned by 36th District Court Magistrate Laura Echartea, who granted the defendant personal bond. May 5 is his next court date. Deputy Police Chief Archie Hamilton praised the quick and decisive actions of the school administration, which enabled police detectives to preserve and … [Read more...] about School employee charged with criminal sexual conduct
Dodge Charger driver threatens motorist
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — The driver of a newer model green Dodge Charger pointed a gun at another motorist the morning of April 11, while the two vehicles were stopped at a light at northbound Fort Street near Harrison Avenue. The victim said the Charger driver pulled up next to him in the right lane and shouted that he was driving too fast. After words were exchanged, the man pointed a pistol at him and threatened to shoot him. The man followed the Charger long enough to get the license plate … [Read more...] about Dodge Charger driver threatens motorist