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Trial of Acts 17 Apologists Begins

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Dearborn, Michigan -  Four Christian apologists affiliated with the Acts 17 Apologetics ministry appeared before Judge Mark Somers of the 19th District Court in Dearborn for arraignment this morning at 8:00, represented by Robert Muise, Senior Trial Counsel with the Thomas More Law Center in Ann Arbor. Local attorney Majed Moughni (who is running for … [Read more...]

Enhancements to New Trash and Recycling Program

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The City of Dearborn recently announced enhancements to its new trash and recycle program. For the first time, residents with health and physical challenges may apply for cart pickup assistance. Residents with demonstrated hardships are being encouraged to begin the application process. Mayor John B O’Reilly, Jr. said “We have a specific application … [Read more...]

Library Increases Fines and Fees

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The Dearborn Library Commission recently voted to increase overdue fines to 25 cents per day per item. This increase includes books, audio books, compact discs, magazines, and instructional DVDs and videos. Overdue fines for entertainment videos and DVDs remain $2 per day. The commission also approved an increase of the daily Internet pass fee to $2 and … [Read more...]

Veterans Honor Duvall Teacher and First Grade Class

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Veterans honor Duvall teacher Miss Strez class for cheering up patients at Veterans Hospital. The former commander of the Dearborn Allied War Veterans Council, Leo Barrett, honored the Duvall Elementary School principal Glenn Maleyko and first grade teacher Joanne Strez and her class recently for traveling to the Veterans Hospital in Detroit and delivering … [Read more...]

“Cooling Stations” Open in Dearborn

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Dearborn residents troubled by the extreme heat are invited to visit the four public libraries and the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center during regular business hours to cool off in the air-conditioned public buildings. The Center, 15801 Michigan Ave., is open from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Residents are invited to sit in the lobby area. Within The … [Read more...]

Crowley Pool Still Closed for Repairs?

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City contractors have identified the location of the leak in the pipe under the pool deck at Crowley Pool and were making the repair to that specific site on Friday, June 18. But the scope of the repairs goes beyond that one site, and must be considered before a time line can be set for the possible re-opening. UPDATE: City Council voted Monday evening to … [Read more...]

MetroPCS Awards College Scholarships

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MetroPCS and Kyocera strive to further the education of exceptional young citizens. MetroPCS Communications, Inc., the nation's leading provider of unlimited, flat-rate, no signed contract wireless communications service, and Kyocera Communications Inc., a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, have announced the … [Read more...]

Artspace to Present at Community Meeting Tonight

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PUBLIC INVITED... Community members and artists are invited to learn about the Artspace, its projects and processes at a Community Meeting on Tuesday June 22 at 7pm in Dearborn City Council chambers located at 13750 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. Artspace will make a presentation from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. and guests will have an opportunity to ask … [Read more...]

La Pita Donates $1,000 to Save Our Pools

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DEARBORN, MI - Kasey Chammout, owner of LaPita Restaurant presented Save Our Pools (S.O.P.) founder Danielle Misovich a check for $1,000. Over 200 local residents either ate in or ordered carry-out on June 8th from 4PM until close to help raise money for the Save Our Pools grass roots initiative. “These pools have been apart of our cities fabric for many … [Read more...]

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