February 5, 2012

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Dearborn Door-to-Door Solicitation Rules Re-Clarified

January 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Door to door salesman

DEARBORN, Michigan – Dearborn residents should be aware of important information regarding door-to-door solicitations. If an individual comes to your door and asks for a contribution to support a political, religious or charitable cause, the individual must have displayed on his person an ID card issued by the Dearborn Police Department. If an individual comes to your door to espouse his or her views regarding a political, religious or charitable cause but does not ask for a contribution, the individual does not have to have an ID or a permit issued by the City of Dearborn. … [Read more...]

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Animal Shelter’s Cool Cat Casino Night is a Jackpot for Fido

January 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Winners celebrate with their good luck armadillo at Cool Cat Casino Night.

DEARBORN, Michigan - The Friends For the Dearborn Animal Shelter’s annual Cool Cat Casino Night is an enjoyable evening out for gamers and non-gamers alike while raising money to help homeless animals become adoptable pets. One lucky winner will score big with a raffle prize for a $2,000 Walmart gift card. Newly themed Hawaiian style to heat up the fun, casino night starts at 7 p.m.to midnight on Saturday, February 18th at Fr. Patrick O’Kelley’s Knights of Columbus at 23663 Park Street in Dearborn. The event includes chances to win at classics like Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, Black … [Read more...]

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House Passes Resolution Recognizing Michigan’s Statehood

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
George Darany on Michigan House Floor

LANSING, Michigan - State Representative George T. Darany's House Resolution 183 was passed by the Michigan House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support today. The resolution commemorates the 175th anniversary of Michigan's statehood. "Since becoming a state 175 years ago, Michigan has demonstrated its importance through its contributions toward the growth of our nation," said Darany. "Michigan's vast natural resources like our beautiful waters, copper, lumber and iron ore and the intellectual and innovative spirit of our citizens have positioned our state as a place full of … [Read more...]

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Montessori Center to Host February Open House

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Pictured outside a classroom at Dearborn Heights Montessori Center are three friends, from left, Isaac Perkins, age 3, Luis Rodriguez, age 3, and Michael Lu, age 5.

DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. – Dearborn Heights Montessori Center (DHMC) invites parents of toddlers through middle school students to attend an Open House from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2012. The school, which serves children from 18 months through eighth grade, is located at 466 N. John Daly in Dearborn Heights. Following the Open House, families and prospective parents interested in receiving more details about Montessori education and the different levels available at DHMC are also welcome to attend for an informative Parent Meeting from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. … [Read more...]

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School Board Changes Format of Second Monthly Meeting

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
School Board

DEARBORN, Michigan - After a two-year experiment the Dearborn Board of Education will change the format of their second meeting of the month from a study session back to the traditional Board meeting format. The study session format provided more time for the Board and administration to engage in in-depth conversations regarding reports brought forth at the meeting. Although everyone enjoyed the more informal atmosphere and opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, the meeting did not allow time for other business items to be voted on by the Board. “With 19,000 students, 2,300 … [Read more...]

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Remove Parked Vehicles During Snow Emergencies

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Snowplow in Dearborn

DEARBORN, Mich. – Residents can help get the roads plowed safely and more effectively this winter by moving parked vehicles off of the street whenever three inches or more of snow is predicted in a short amount of time. Keeping parked vehicles off of the street allows snow plows to clear curb-to-curb instead of working around parked vehicles. Remember that when the City declares a snow emergency, you must remove your parked vehicles from the street or you could be ticketed and your vehicles could be towed. Police do not issue warnings during snow emergencies. Generally, you may … [Read more...]

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Art Programs Schedule Through June 2012

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Teatime with the Artists – Wednesdays each Month – 3 PM – free – Sponsored by Ford Motor Company In the Padzieski Art Gallery – Tea and munchies - Call 313-943-3095 - reservations please February 15 – Trio of regional Photographers March 21 – Joseph Bergman April 18 – Detroit Institute of Arts speaker May 16 – Aspiring High School artists June 20 – Detroit Institute of Arts speaker Pop & Popcorn – 4:30 PM – An opportunity for students to meet with artists- one-on-one - free In the Padzieski Art Gallery:. February 15 – Teresa Lousias May 16 – … [Read more...]

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Elderly Resident Targeted in Larceny

January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Ross Street - Near Telegraph in Dearborn, Michigan

DEARBORN, Michigan —  On January 23, 2012 at approximately 3:00pm, Dearborn Police officers were called to 24000 block of Ross in the city’s west end for a suspicious circumstance report. The elderly resident explained to the responding officer that an unknown male and unknown female with a baby came to her home and knocked on the back door. The resident was expecting a service call from a contractor so she opened the door. The two subjects with the baby entered the home and spoke with the resident for some time. The female sat on the couch and the male stood behind the wheelchair … [Read more...]

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Library Offers Additional Tech Time Sessions in February

January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Amazon Kindle Fire

DEARBORN, MI – More “Tech Time” sessions are being offered at Henry Ford Centennial Library during February 2012 in response to the popularity of workshops in December and January. This time around, patrons are asked to register for the free sessions, which teach people how to use their new electronic devices and to take advantage of the library’s Digital Catalog. Kindle users should register for the session 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, February 7. Nook, Sony, and Kobo users should register for the 6-8 p.m. Thursday, February 16 session. Two more sessions for users of any devices … [Read more...]

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Results From Dearborn Chamber Business Walk-About

January 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dearborn Chamber of Commerce - Walk About - graphic

DEARBORN, Mich. - The Dearborn Chamber of Commerce hosted its first annual Walk-About in late fall, 2011. The Business Walk-About was designed to pinpoint successes and struggles in the community, which then allows business and civic leaders to use that information to help make Dearborn a more business-friendly community.  Participants—who included civic leaders, Chamber members and staff -  visited 105 local businesses. The Walk-About concept was modeled after a similar event held by the South Placer Business community in September, 2010. South Placer is comprised of the Sacramento … [Read more...]

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