By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – Representatives from the Michigan Department of Transportation provided an update July 15 on the proposed railroad overpass on Fort Street north of Van Horn Road at the Westfield Community Center. MDOT’s engineering study and environmental review considered three options: building a bridge over the Canadian National crossing, going under the railroad crossing, and keeping the intersection as it is at present. Currently, MDOT is doing an environmental and pedestrian … [Read more...] about MDOT provides update on proposed railroad overpass on Fort Street in Trenton
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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
Ticket reseller failed to deliver
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — A woman reported June 14 that tickets to a Morgan Wallen concert that she purchased for $420 through Facebook Marketplace were never delivered to her, and she now believes she was scammed. Wallen is a country and pop singer who will be performing July 24 and 25 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor. The woman contacted her financial institution to initiate a fraud investigation, and they directed her to file a police report. … [Read more...] about Ticket reseller failed to deliver
Car window damaged
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — A man reported June 15 that the front driver’s side window of his maroon 2008 Toyota 4Runner was damaged between June 8 and 15 while he was out of town. He said the vehicle was parked in the northeast parking lot of the former Riverside Hospital, near West Jefferson Avenue and George Street, due to his residential street being under construction. The vehicle owner said nothing appeared to have been taken from the interior, and he locked it when he left it in … [Read more...] about Car window damaged
Credit card compromised; drivers commissioned to retrieve package
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — A woman reported June 17 that two items were fraudulently charged to her Macy’s credit card, then a Lyft driver and later an Uber driver were commissioned to retrieve a package from her address. She said she received one package containing a $300 cologne, while the other item was scheduled to be delivered in nine days. The victim said the credit card company would not verify what the other item was, only that the purchase initiated a $318 charge. One of the … [Read more...] about Credit card compromised; drivers commissioned to retrieve package
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 damaged during city-wide garage sale
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — A man reported May 19 that his silver 2019 Jeep Cherokee was broken into during the city-wide garage sale, with the navigation screen scratched. A pair of non-prescription sunglasses and about $7 in change were stolen from the car. The victim said he doesn’t remember if he locked the vehicle when it was unattended. … [Read more...] about Vehicle damaged during city-wide garage sale