By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Wreaths were laid, a rifle salute was fired and a trumpeter played taps to honor those who died in the armed forces, in a ceremony May 27 in Champaign Park. The remembrance, led by Allen Park American Legion Post 409, began with a prayer by Chaplain Brian Zakar and opening remarks by Commander David Noel Babbage. Babbage acknowledged co-participants from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 552, including Commander Frank Puente, and acknowledged U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell … [Read more...] about Allen Park remembers the fallen at Champaign Park ceremony
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New AP city hall nears completion
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – In spite of weather construction delays, the new city hall and police department is nearing completion, with police personnel expected to move in this weekend, with city officials to follow. City Administrator Mark Kibby reported at the May 7 city council meeting, held at the Allen Park Civic Arena, 15800 White Avenue, that the movement of personnel from the current location was delayed again until the construction crews were closer to completion. “It just wasn't safe for … [Read more...] about New AP city hall nears completion
Sisko: Reports of ‘conspiracy to commit false pretenses’ could apply to AP
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – News reports of public officials “conspiring to commit false pretenses” could be applied to the city's recent past, Councilman Harry Sisko said at the Dec. 20 City Council meeting. Sisko said news reports about former Flint emergency managers facing charges for false pretenses and conspiring to the same — felonies that carry 20-year jail sentences — remind him of how he used to ask former Allen Park Emergency Manager Joyce Parker if the people involved with the 104-acre former … [Read more...] about Sisko: Reports of ‘conspiracy to commit false pretenses’ could apply to AP
DPW’s Dohring: On-street parking prevents plowing
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Department of Public Works Supervisor Matt Dohring told the City Council Dec. 13 that most complaints about side streets not being plowed were caused by parked cars blocking plow access. “The problem that we are having is the cars on the street,” Dohring said. “I was out there when the storm hit, and I counted 300 cars and I stopped. We cannot get our plow trucks down those streets. The plows are too big.” Dohring said all the plows have a tracking device on them, so they … [Read more...] about DPW’s Dohring: On-street parking prevents plowing
Bulldog football, cheer boosters seek building expansion
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – The Bulldog junior football and cheerleading boosters presented self-funded plans to expand its Cunningham Park storage building to the Parks and Recreation Commission Nov. 28 before seeking City Council approval. Bulldog coach and longtime supporter Michael Kilburg and group president Carol Shriver explained plans to expand the existing 24-foot-by-84-foot building, which provides storage space and a concession area, another 16 feet. That would provide 40 percent more space, … [Read more...] about Bulldog football, cheer boosters seek building expansion
Downriver cities may run Downriver Utility Wastewater Authority
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – Thirteen Downriver communities could become owners of the Downriver Utility Wastewater Authority, instead of customers of a private corporation, which could save the former Wayne County-run system’s customer communities millions. “Unlike what we have done in the past, the projection is that by getting rid of Wayne County, and introducing some modernization and efficiency, we can save upwards of $4 million a year,” DUWA official and engineer Richard Hinshon said. “In a … [Read more...] about Downriver cities may run Downriver Utility Wastewater Authority
Holiday gift suggestions for seniors with dementia
ALLEN PARK — With holiday shopping in full swing, some people struggle with knowing what to buy for parents, grandparents and other loved ones with dementia. Marcia Filek, geriatric care manager for Senior Care Solutions in Allen Park, offers some helpful tips. “Holiday celebrations are part of important family traditions,” Filek said. “Being sure to include seniors and their caregivers in your gift giving can make the holidays even more meaningful for everyone.” Recommended gifts for seniors with dementia include: • Music … [Read more...] about Holiday gift suggestions for seniors with dementia
AP Historical Museum offers Pearl Harbor Day program
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – The 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor will be remembered at 7 p.m. Dec. 7 at American Legion Post 409, 6737 Allen Road. Sponsored by the Allen Park Historical Museum, admission is $10, with a $5 discount for veterans and children. All proceeds will benefit the Allen Park Historical Museum. Pearl Harbor Day commemorates the victims of the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, which launched the U.S. into World War II on Dec. 7, 1941. Suzanne Hartsell … [Read more...] about AP Historical Museum offers Pearl Harbor Day program
AP faces hard choices in search for new PD, city hall
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – The attribute list for a future City Hall and Police Department complex continues to challenge the search committee, which has issued a letter of intent for the former Oakwood Health Care Center. At the Nov. 14 Municipal Complex Committee meeting concerns continued to be raised over adequate space for both police and city officials inside the former Oakwood Health Care Center at 15915 Southfield Road, sufficient parking, and secure parking for police. The lack of space for … [Read more...] about AP faces hard choices in search for new PD, city hall
AP man holds 6 children at gunpoint over lawn sign accusation
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspaper ALLEN PARK – A 56-year-old Allen Park man was arrested for aggravated and felonious assault at 8:12 p.m. Oct. 29 after holding six children at gunpoint for allegedly knocking over his lawn campaign sign. The man, who lives in the 10100 block of Sterling, said that the week before his house was egged and his political lawn signs damaged, and when he heard children outside his house and saw the sign on the ground, he had his mother call the police, and went outside to confront them. The … [Read more...] about AP man holds 6 children at gunpoint over lawn sign accusation