EDITORIAL (Updated 27-Jul-2010) -- The Dearborn Free Press has purposely been very slow to report much about this controversy. We heard about the arrest of four Christians at the Arab International Festival, on Friday, June 18 -- the night that it happened. We mentioned something about it on our Facebook page, the following Monday morning (June 21st). We have been very cautious to report anything, and a careful investigation is still ongoing. On June 21st we made the following statements (only on the Dearborn Free Press Facebook page): We linked to a Detroit News article entitled … [Read more...]
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center Offers Program for Toddlers
July 23, 2010 By 1 Comment
Parents of toddlers are encouraged to learn about a new program at Dearborn Heights Montessori Center, located at 466 N. John Daly. The Montessori toddler program, which begins in September, is specially designed to meet the developmental needs of children between the ages of 18 months and three years, within a supportive and nurturing environment. “We’re very pleased with the enrollment and interest we’ve already received for our toddler program, including families of children currently enrolled in our preschool through eighth grade classes,” said Laura Springer, admissions … [Read more...]
Fantastic Family Activities at Dearborn Homecoming Celebration
July 23, 2010 By 2 Comments
Families looking to have a great time without breaking the bank can find plenty to do at the carnival and other Homecoming favorites such as spirited games, wacky contests and superb live entertainment all weekend long. And, of course, spectacular fireworks displays on Saturday and Sunday. A Dearborn tradition for 30 years, the Homecoming celebration will be August 6-8 at Ford Field Park. This year, the presenting sponsor is Oakwood Healthcare. Wade Shows Inc., will again offer advanced sales of all-day wristbands for carnival rides for just $10, plus $1 service fee. The bands allow … [Read more...]
Church Hosts Pit Stop for July 24th Telegraph Cruise
July 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If you’re looking for a fun place to watch the 6th Annual Telegraph Tomorrow Classic Car Cruise on July 24, 2010, Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church in Dearborn invites you to stop by. With a prime location at the northwest corner of Telegraph and Cherry Hill Roads, the church is providing reserved parking for classic cars and custom motorcycles along with lots of family fun activities. Cruisers are invited to park and display their classic cars and motorcycles, and have a chance to win a “People’s Choice” award for the best custom car and cycle. There will be a $20 charge for … [Read more...]
Trial of Acts 17 Apologists Begins
July 12, 2010 By 6 Comments
Dearborn, Mich - 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 Congress) sat next to Mr. Muise and conferred with him. Attorney Muise requested that the missing video tapes (confiscated by the Dearborn Police on June 18th at the time of arrest) be admitted as evidence for the trial. The date of August 3rd … [Read more...]
Adam’s Cleaning Services Provides Customers a Better View
July 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
DEARBORN, Mich. – (July 12, 2010) – While consumers may be wary of unnecessary spending during a slow economic recovery, they still want clean windows, according to Adam’s Cleaning Services, Inc. which provides cleaning services to residential homes and businesses throughout Wayne County. “Window cleaning has become a fast growing part of our business,” said Adam Seccombe, owner of Adam’s Cleaning Services, which has more than a dozen employees. Many of the company’s residential clients live in the Grosse Ile and Downriver communities with a view of the … [Read more...]
Enhancements to New Trash and Recycling Program
July 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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 process that is being implemented. It is a model used successfully in other communities. A doctor’s health certificate is required. We want to immediately identify residents who believe they will have physical difficulty moving their … [Read more...]
Library Increases Fines and Fees
July 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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 the annual pass to $20 for all non-resident library cardholders. All increases take effect July 1, 2010, with the start of the City’s new fiscal year. Patrons are encouraged to renew items before the due date, either through the … [Read more...]
Social Media Club Helps Local Entrepreneurs Launch MyNewMarketplace.com
July 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If you’re launching a new business in Michigan that you want to take nationwide, what’s the fastest way and most cost effective way to spread the word and go to market? Dearborn based entrepreneur Peder Blohm is placing his confidence in the power of social media, integrated with public relations strategies, to launch MyNewMarketplace.com, a web site designed to help individuals and businesses buy and sell almost anything. The beta version of the web site was launched recently at a large gathering of the Social Media Club Detroit, held at the newly renovated Baronette Renaissance Hotel … [Read more...]
Westborn Market Wine Specialist Invited to Gallo’s Wine Dialogues in NY City
July 6, 2010 By 1 Comment
Rene Parks, wine specialist for Westborn Market, was recently invited as one of only two people from Michigan and 200 from throughout the U.S. to attend the Wine Dialogues seminar in New York City, hosted by the Gallo Winery. The event was moderated by wine veteran and Master Sommelier Joseph Spellman, chairman of the Court of Master Sommeliers. “To be in the company of such outstanding wine artisans, dine at some of nation’s top restaurants, and participate in an interactive, educational seminar was indescribable,” said Parks. “I understand now why they call New York City ‘the … [Read more...]
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