By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Following an Aug. 13 community cleanup at the former McKinley School site the council passed a resolution Aug. 15 asking all council members to provide their project recommendations. The resolution by Councilman Leonard Sabuda, supported by Councilman Donald Schultz, referred the potential use of the site to Mayor Joseph Peterson, City Engineer Mark Kowaleski and City Attorney William Look to continue negotiations with Coachlight Properties. They further resolved within the … [Read more...] about McKinley School redevelopment project in limbo
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Tradition versus change
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Salvation Army and Street Art Fair officials were frustrated this year when the bell ringers wanted their traditional clock tower spot and organizers wanted them to follow established rules. The conflict between the two entities at the Street Art Fair, which ran July 13 to 16, became the point of a contentious exchange at the July 18 City Council meeting between Councilman Daniel Galeski, who chairs the participation for the Salvation Army, and City Treasurer Todd Browning, who … [Read more...] about Tradition versus change
Wyandotte honors couple who met while volunteering
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Joseph and Lois McDermott, newly named citizens of the year, didn't mind the slow pace on Biddle July 4 as they waved from the backseat of a classic Mustang convertible. The couple, honored by Mayor Joseph Peterson after the parade for their ongoing volunteer work, met in 1998 when they were working at a pancake breakfast at American Legion Post 217, at 2817 Van Alstyne in Wyandotte. Both were widowed, and matchmaking friends soon encouraged Lois to ask him to dance at a … [Read more...] about Wyandotte honors couple who met while volunteering
Annual Street Art Fair combines culture with fun and festivities
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – With a festive summer blend of fun and the fine arts, the 55th annual Wyandotte Street Art Fair, July 13 to 16, offers entertainment and opportunities for children and adults. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with entertainment running until 11 p.m., the art fair showcases 200 fine artists, 25 restaurants in the city's walker-friendly downtown, and an eclectic blend of local merchants. Musicians, performers and child-friendly crafts add to the event's … [Read more...] about Annual Street Art Fair combines culture with fun and festivities
Whiskeys on the Water receives temporary outdoor cafe approval
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – With Mayor Joseph Peterson's tie-breaking vote, an increasingly deadlocked City Council granted temporary outdoor cafe approval June 13 to Whiskeys on the Water in time for the Street Art Fair. The mayor is allowed to cast a tie-breaking vote when the issue at hand is not financial, like the purchase or sale of property. The annual city Street Art Fair, July 13 to 16, traditionally attracts large crowds – and potential customers – to the downtown. Discussions at earlier … [Read more...] about Whiskeys on the Water receives temporary outdoor cafe approval
Youth fishing derby provides family fun
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – The fishing was catch and release, but participants took home memories, gifts and raffle prizes June 4 from the 29th annual Skip's Fishing Derby held on the Bishop Park pier. More than 200 children in two age groups, 5 to 8, and 9 to 13, participated. Catching winning fish in the younger group were Cameron DeMaggio, Damian Harrison, Molly McMahon and Arianna Scamp. Winners in the older category were Nicholas Fawley, Connor McMahon, Christina Talarico and MacKenzie … [Read more...] about Youth fishing derby provides family fun
For now, Whiskeys on the Water must stay inside
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Whiskeys on the Water's hope for an outdoor cafe before the Street Art Fair have been delayed beyond the June 23 Planning Commission review of the current outdoor cafe ordinance. Joshua Cade, owner of Whiskeys on the Water, 2903 Biddle, said at the June 6 City Council meeting he hoped to have an outdoor patio in place before the city's Street Art Fair July 13 to 16, a well-attended annual event. Councilwoman Sheri Sutherby-Fricke said even though his type of business is … [Read more...] about For now, Whiskeys on the Water must stay inside
Dogs have their day as dog park opens in Wyandotte
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – With woofs of approval, but no cat-calls, canines and their companions began enjoying the city's new dog park at 11th and Cherry streets prior to its May 11 ribbon-cutting. The dog park has two fenced areas to allow for the separation of large and small dogs. Mayor Joe Peterson said at the May 3 City Council meeting that the rules of the dog park are posted, dogs must be licensed through the city clerk's office, and owners must pay a $25 annual fee for a passcard that allows … [Read more...] about Dogs have their day as dog park opens in Wyandotte
School board, administrators study current results, set new goals
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Wyandotte Public Schools board members and administrators met May 3 to review data showing how well 2015-16 school year goals were being met, and to develop goals for the 2016-17 school year. Current goals focus on maximizing student achievement, providing enrichment opportunities, ensuring a safe and caring school community, strengthening the district's financial status and reviewing district policies. The top five goals for the 2016-17 school year call for increases in … [Read more...] about School board, administrators study current results, set new goals
Upgrades to 77-year-old fire station on horizon
By TEREASA NIMS Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – While the Central Fire Station is structurally sound, the fire chief said it lacks up-to-date technology and needs some plumbing and electrical work, leading city officials to shell out $10,000 to examine the viability of the building. “We’re early in the process,” Fire Chief Jeff Carley said. He said the station, at 266 Maple St., was built in 1939 and has served the city well; however, it lacks in some areas. Carley said he and city officials began looking at the … [Read more...] about Upgrades to 77-year-old fire station on horizon