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Dearborn Police Looking for Clues in Armed Robbery Case

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DEARBORN, MI — On September 24 at around 12 noon, an armed robbery was committed at the Chase Bank located at 14901 Ford Road. The female victim was conducting an ATM transaction and was approached from behind by the suspect. The suspect demanded money and the victim complied. The suspect then fled the scene in an unknown direction driving an Older … [Read more...]

The Henry Ford Extends Hours for Final Boarding of Titanic

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DEARBORN, Michigan – Don’t miss your last chance to board Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at The Henry Ford before it sets sail on September 30. Guests looking to visit the Exhibition either for the first, or one last time, will have the opportunity to do so during special extended hours (this week)  from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m, until September 30th at Henry … [Read more...]

Rep. Darany Calls for Elimination of Licensing Fees for Vets

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LANSING, Michigan – State Rep. George Darany offered two amendments to an occupational licensing bill package on Wednesday that will exempt veterans from paying fees for professional licenses. The amendments would make it easier for cash-strapped vets to move from unemployment into good-paying jobs. Having cleared the House, the proposals now move to the … [Read more...]

Classics Revisited – Exploring Democracy at the Library

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DEARBORN, Michigan – In the mid-1800s, a French political scientist named Alexis de Tocqueville came to the United States to appraise the meaning and functioning of democracy. This extraordinary book, written as a result of his visit, contains his comments and criticisms – many of which are still vital in today's world – and is a must-read for anyone … [Read more...]

Oakwood Common Residents Enjoy Flexible Meal Plans

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DEARBORN, Michigan - With the opening of Oakwood Common’s new Bistro café in 2011, residents welcomed the addition of hearth baked pizzas, specialty salads and in between meal snacks. Now, with the recent introduction of a “Resident Choice” plan, Oakwood Common residents can apply all their food choices in the Bistro and community’s Acorn Dining Room to a … [Read more...]

Rotary Honors Raymond Trudeau as Rotarian of the Year

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DEARBORN, Michigan – Raymond Trudeau has been honored as Dearborn Rotarian of the Year and awarded a plaque at a recent Club meeting. Jim Thorpe, Dearborn Rotary’s president-elect and chairman of the selection committee, described Trudeau’s service to the club over the past 33 years. Among his many efforts on behalf of Rotary, Trudeau has participated … [Read more...]

Dearborn Rotary Announces President Hassen Hammoud

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DEARBORN, Michigan – Hassen Hammoud, PhD., is the Rotary Club of Dearborn’s new president for 2012-2013. His term began on July 1, 2012. President Hammoud plans to continue Dearborn Rotary’s involvement in community service, club growth, fund raising and fellowship activities. President Hammoud has called for Dearborn Rotarians to be involved in “continuous … [Read more...]

Spirit of Comics – Dearborn’s September Featured Sculpture

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DEARBORN, Michigan – Twelve sculptures have been placed throughout Dearborn as part of the community’s 2012-2013 Art in Public Places Midwest Sculpture Initiative (MSI). Funding for the project is provided by the Dearborn Community Fund and the East and West Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities. Each month a different sculpture and sculptor are … [Read more...]

Beloved Detroit Teacher Louise Eason Enjoys Move to Oakwood Common in Dearborn

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DEARBORN, Michigan – When residents of Oakwood Common welcomed Louise Eason as a new neighbor to the close-knit retirement community in Dearborn, they couldn’t miss the parade of friends helping her. These included longtime neighbors in northeast Detroit along with retired teacher friends and former students from Pelham Junior High School where Eason taught … [Read more...]

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