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Suspect in Taylor shooting released
By ZEINAB NAJM Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR — A 23-year-old man accused of shooting and killing his sister’s boyfriend has been released on bail by police while more information is gathered to submit a warrant. Detectives were advised by the Wayne County Prosector’s Office to release the suspect from custody until a better case is submitted, including unanswered questions. Taylor Communications & Marketing Director Karl Ziomek said investigators moved forward to the prosecutor for charges related to the shooting when … [Read more...] about Suspect in Taylor shooting released
Members selected for new Wayne County Women’s Commission
Nineteen women from diverse backgrounds have been selected as members of the newly created Wayne County Women’s Commission. Members include one representative from each of the 15 county commission districts, a representative from the county commission and four members selected by Commission Chairwoman Alisha Bell (D-Detroit). “This will be an impactful commission that will look at issues from employment and earning power to health care and child care and beyond and make recommendations to better the lives of women in Wayne … [Read more...] about Members selected for new Wayne County Women’s Commission
Annual Heritage Park Clean-up Day May 1
TAYLOR — The city will host the annual Heritage Park Clean-up Day from 9 to 11 a.m. May 1. Volunteers will meet in the Pardee Road parking lot — in front of the Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion — at 9 a.m., and enter the park through the Northline/Racho entrance because Pardee Road is being resurfaced and the Pardee entrance is closed. Due to the pandemic, the event will differ from others that have been held. • Cleanup founder Jim Taylor will address volunteers by bull horn with instructions and the schedule for the sweep … [Read more...] about Annual Heritage Park Clean-up Day May 1
Heights offers Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations April 25 at Berwyn Center
First vaccination of 2-shot series only; public invited HEIGHTS – People who have yet to receive their first COVID-19 vaccination can get their first shot April 25 at the Berwyn Senior Center, 16155 Richardson. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is open to the public. The first dose of the two-shot Moderna vaccination will be administered, and appointments for second doses will be provided following the first vaccination. Recipients must be 18 years of age or older to receive the Moderna vaccine. Advance … [Read more...] about Heights offers Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations April 25 at Berwyn Center
Heights police seek information on hit-and-run driver
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The Dearborn Heights Traffic Bureau is working to identify a woman and vehicle involved in a hit-and-run April 18. Police responded to Telegraph and Colgate for a woman who was struck by a vehicle on Telegraph. A beige colored vehicle struck the woman on Telegraph and fled east on Colgate then south on Westpoint, police said. Anyone who has any information or security camera footage on the incident can contact Officer Matt Core at 313-791-9810 or Sgt. Jordan Dottor at … [Read more...] about Heights police seek information on hit-and-run driver
6 Beaumont facilities participating in medication take-back April 23 and 24
Beaumont Health will host prescription medication take-back days at six of its facilities April 23 and 24. Unused or expired prescribed medications may be dropped off April 23 at Beaumonth hospitals in Taylor, Trenton, Wayne and Grosse Pointe; medications will be accepted April 24 at the Center for Exceptional Families in Dearborn, and the Sterling Heights Medical Park across from Beaumont Hospital, Troy. Drop off hours, at all locations, are from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The take-back events include over-the-counter medications and … [Read more...] about 6 Beaumont facilities participating in medication take-back April 23 and 24
Handgun stolen from residence
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR —A Smith & Wesson handgun was reported stolen on April 9 from a dresser drawer of a house in the 7900 block of Weddel Avenue. The victim said there had been no guests in their home, and he had searched the house thoroughly for the weapon. There were no hits for the gun in the Court and Law Enforcement Management Information System. It was entered into the Law Enforcement Information Network as stolen. … [Read more...] about Handgun stolen from residence
Sign shop victim of multiple vehicle larcenies
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR —MI Custom Signs employees had a rude start to their work week the morning of April 12 when they discovered that four company vehicles had been vandalized and subject to larceny over the weekend. All of the vehicles were parked on the south side of business, 20109 Northline Road. There were no surveillance cameras or security fencing. The first vehicle had a $2,000 catalytic converter removed from it, as did a second vehicle, which also had a rear passenger side window smashed … [Read more...] about Sign shop victim of multiple vehicle larcenies
Oak Street Health provides homebound with COVID-19 vaccines
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – Mayor Joseph Kuspa praised Oak Street Health April 7 for providing COVID-19 vaccines for homebound people who risk being exposed to the virus through caregivers and family members. He said Oak Street Health, 13667 Eureka Road, has gone above and beyond to assist with the inoculation of homebound people, and he praised Manager Jason Jordan for finding a way to transport and administer the vaccines to private homes, where the recipients were reportedly both grateful and … [Read more...] about Oak Street Health provides homebound with COVID-19 vaccines