EDITORIAL - What can we learn about Christmas from past and present presidents of the United States? What follows is a collection of quotes from various presidents. "Your annual Christmas service . . . is a dramatic and inspiring event of national interest. It symbolizes and vivifies our greatest Christian festival with its eternal message of … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2013
Dearborn Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
DEARBORN, MI — On December 18, 2013 the Dearborn Police arrested 61-year-old Edward Bak of Dearborn for possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material. The arrest was made in conjunction with the Michigan State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Mr. Bak was arrested on 12 separate charges including Child Sexually Abusive Material – … [Read more...]
New Hotel Planned for Vacant Vic Tanny Site in Dearborn
DEARBORN, Michigan - The old Vic Tanny building at 22340 Michigan Avenue in West Dearborn was recently purchased by Bacall Development of Farmington Hills. The old fitness facility which included a pool, has been empty for many years and will most likely be demolished. The site will be redeveloped into a three or four story hotel or with some retail space … [Read more...]
Dearborn’s Patrick Donohue Graduates from UTI
DEARBORN, Michigan - Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) is proud to announce the graduation of Patrick Donohue from its automotive program. UTI is the nation’s leading provider of post-secondary education for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, Originally from … [Read more...]
Dearborn Resident Roger Miller Honored by Rotary Club
DEARBORN, Michigan – Roger Miller, Dearborn resident and owner of Spectrum Signs & Designs, was recently honored as 2013 Person of the Year by the Inter-Service Club Council (ISCC) of Dearborn for his outstanding volunteer service and contributions to the community. The award was presented at the November luncheon that recognized nominees from each of … [Read more...]
Dearborn Declares Snow Emergency Dec. 14 at 10pm
DEARBORN, MI - The City of Dearborn has declared a snow emergency effective at 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. As of 10 p.m., all parked vehicles must be removed from Dearborn streets to allow for safe and efficient snowplowing. Parked vehicles will be ticketed. Vehicles cannot be parked across the sidewalk at any time. Sirens will sound at 10 p.m. … [Read more...]
Holiday Choral Festival – Saturday Night December 14th
DEARBORN, Michigan - Vanguard Voices, directed by G. Kevin Dewey, and Dearborn Community Chorus, directed by Marcus LaPratt, will celebrate the season at the Dearborn Holiday Choral Festival on Saturday, December 14, at 7 p.m. in the world-class Michael A. Guido Theater at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue, … [Read more...]
Enjoy Breakfast In Bethlehem Saturday Morning
DEARBORN, MI — On Saturday morning, December 14, Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church is inviting families to experience the Christmas story by walking through a representation of Bethlehem and meeting the people who bring it to life. This special hour-long journey will begin between 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. with a light breakfast provided by the market stalls of … [Read more...]
Dearborn Aglow Holiday Lighting Nominations Wanted
DEARBORN, Michigan – The Dearborn City Beautiful Commission will host the annual “Dearborn Aglow” holiday home decorating contest 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, December 14; Sunday, December 15; and Monday, December 16. Commissioners will be scouting the neighborhoods in search for the most festive and impressive Christmas holiday light and decoration … [Read more...]
Police Looking for Suspect in Armed Robbery
Dearborn, MI – On November 8, 2013, Dearborn Police were dispatched to the area of Bingham Street and Warren Avenue for the report of a woman that was robbed at gun point by three black males in a dark colored sedan or SUV. One of the subjects had a firearm, which was described as a long gun and ordered the victim into their vehicle. When she … [Read more...]