Dearborn, MI — On Sunday February 16, 2014 at approximately 2:15am Dearborn Police responded to the parking area north of Michigan between Neckel and Schaefer on a report of a man down. On scene the officers found a 24 year old Southfield resident bleeding heavily from multiple stab wounds. The man was transported to a local hospital where he is currently … [Read more...]
Archives for 2014
Public Invited to Attend State of the City Address Feb. 26
DEARBORN, Michigan – The public is invited to attend Mayor John B. O’Reilly, Jr.’s State of the City Address at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26 at City Hall, 13615 Michigan Ave. Mayor O’Reilly will review the City of Dearborn’s challenges and accomplishments in 2013 and present initiatives for 2014 and beyond. Light refreshments will follow. The evening … [Read more...]
$10,000 Raised as Dearborn Talent Brought Stage Alive
DEARBORN, MI – In the 12 years since Dearborn’s Ford Community and Performing Arts Center opened, more than 900,000 guests, performers and visitors have passed through the Michael A. Guido Theater doors. But it was 400 very special guests who, on February 1, braved the elements during one of the coldest, snowiest winters on record to attend the first-ever … [Read more...]
Residents Advised to Clear Snow From Storm Drains
DEARBORN, MI - Residents are advised to clear snow and ice away from the opening for storm drains or catch basins in the streets near their homes in anticipation of rain and warmer temperatures predicted for Thursday, Feb. 20. Clearing the area around the drain openings will mean rainwater and piles of melting snow will be better able to flow into the … [Read more...]
Obituary – Mrs. Ann F. Basse passed away February 4, 2014
DEARBORN, MI - The City of Dearborn has lost a fine citizen. Mrs. Ann F. Basse, wife of the late Arthur Basse, passed away February 4, 2014. Mrs. Basse came to Dearborn in 1952 and was an active member in the city affairs ever since. She began her service to the community with the Aviation Property Owners Association (APO) and Mother's Club … [Read more...]
Man Arrested in Facebook Threat Against Local Church
DEARBORN, MI – On February 9, 2014, Mt. Moriah church, located at 7350 Chase, received information of a Facebook posting from a former parishioner, Kevin Bright. Bright made specific threats in the posting which resulted in the cancellation of Sunday services. Further information was then developed. A warrant request was submitted to the Wayne County … [Read more...]
Dearborn Couple Celebrates 71 Valentine’s Days Together
DEARBORN, MI - “We’ve always done things together,” said Eugene Smith, when asked about the secret to his happy marriage with wife Clara and their 71 years of Valentine’s Day celebrations. The Smiths’ marked their 71st wedding anniversary on January 31, only a few days before Valentine’s. Unlike their 50th anniversary celebration which included a trip to … [Read more...]
Dearborn Welcomes Families in Habitat for Humanity Homes
DEARBORN, MI – Mayor John B. O’Reilly, Jr. welcomed two families to Dearborn on Feb. 6 during the dedication of their new houses built by Habitat for Humanity-Detroit, as part of a home ownership program supported by Wayne County and the City of Dearborn. Welcomed to Dearborn are the Drain family and the Al-Karki family. “We’re so pleased that you are … [Read more...]
Dearborn Ed. Foundation Receives $10,000 DFCU Grant
DEARBORN, MI – The Dearborn Education Foundation, which funds academic and extra-curricular tools to enhance student achievement, received $10,000 from DFCU Financial, Michigan’s largest credit union which is also headquartered in Dearborn. This donation will be used for classroom needs and equipment that otherwise would not be realized. The Dearborn … [Read more...]
Kearns Brothers Earns 2013 Angie’s List Super Service Award
DEARBORN, MI - Kearns Brothers, Inc. has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the consumer review service in 2013. “This is fantastic!” says Mike Kearns, founder and owner of Kearns Brothers. “Our entire team shares in earning this award and receiving … [Read more...]