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Three State Lawmakers Endorse Hoogendyk for Congress

April 10, 2012 By 3 Comments
Jack Hoogendyk

KALAMAZOO, Michigan - Three of the most conservative members of the Michigan state legislature have given their endorsement to Jack Hoogendyk in his effort to unseat 25-year incumbent lawmaker, Fred Upton. State representatives David Agema, Grandville, and Tom Hooker, Byron Center, and State Senator Jack Brandenburg, Harrison Township, have all expressed their full support. “I served with Jack for six years in the legislature. He was a reliable conservative on the issues,” said Senator Brandenburg. “He fought against tax increases and bigger government consistently. I knew him to … [Read more...]

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Poll Workers Sought for Aug. 7 and Nov. 6 Elections

April 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment

DEARBORN, Mich. – The Dearborn City Clerk’s Office is accepting applications for election inspectors (poll workers) for the Tuesday, Aug. 7 State Primary and State general election to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Applicants should be at least 18 years of age and a registered voter in the County of Wayne. Interested parties may fill out an application at the City Clerk’s Office in the Dearborn City Hall, 13615 Michigan Avenue, by Friday, June 1. This position pays $120 for the day and an additional $10 for attending an hourlong election inspector training class. The hours of work … [Read more...]

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Traffic Enforcement Clampdown Happening in Dearborn

April 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment

DEARBORN, Michigan - On April 2, 3, and 4, 2012, members of the Dearborn Police Department will conduct a traffic enforcement initiative, targeting moving violations on major streets and around schools. This is in response to numerous traffic complaints and the onset of the spring season. The Dearborn Police Department reminds citizens that safety on our roadways and around our schools is everyone's responsibility. While the police are committed to improving safety by increasing compliance with traffic laws through education and enforcement, we rely on the cooperation of the public to be … [Read more...]

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Avoid Tickets: Don’t Park in Street on Public Service Days

April 1, 2012 By 1 Comment
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DEARBORN, Michigan – Public Service Days in Dearborn will start again the week of April 2, 2012 and last through Nov. 30, 2012. During this time period, Dearborn provides critical services, such as street sweeping, tree-trimming, and sewer maintenance in your neighborhood on your trash day. To ensure these services are provided in a safe, effective manner, do not park on residential streets from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on your trash day, which is also your Public Service Day. Tickets will be issued to vehicles parked on the street during a trash day/Public Service Day. If you are … [Read more...]

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April 3 Deadline Approaching for Veterans Hiring Fair

March 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
HIring Veterans

DEARBORN, MI – Veterans and employers are reminded there is still time to register for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s job fair for the region’s veterans and their spouses on Wednesday April 11 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. Registration for job seekers and employers closes on April 3. Visit www.hoh.greatjob.net. The City of Dearborn is a sponsor of the free event, which includes the Dearborn Chamber of Commerce and many partners. More information is available here. The event is part of the U.S. Chamber’s 100-city “Hiring Our Heroes” … [Read more...]

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Letter to the Editor – Are we being bullied?

March 29, 2012 By 22 Comments
Classic vehicle or public nuisance?

It’s gratifying to read in recent months that anti-bullying campaigns have been launched nationwide— including Dearborn Public Schools. Years ago, I was in disbelief when I learned one of my daughters was being bullied by other girls at Lindbergh Elementary. It prompted family discussions about how to stand up to bullies and a phone call to one of the moms. Finally, upon my daughter’s graduation from Dearborn High, she received an overdue apology from one of the girls. Better late than never! Fast forward a few years with no kids at home—my husband and I suspect we are being … [Read more...]

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Dearborn Public Service Days Begin April 2

March 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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DEARBORN, Michigan – Public Service Days in Dearborn will start again the week of April 2, 2012 and last through Nov. 30, 2012. During this time period, the City of Dearborn provides critical public services, such as street sweeping, tree-trimming, and sewer maintenance in your neighborhood on your trash day. To ensure these services are provided in a safe, effective manner, do not park on the street from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on your trash day. Parked vehicles will be ticketed. Please note that you can no longer park your vehicle across the sidewalk on Public Service Days.  You must also … [Read more...]

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Anti-Bullying Poster Contest Winners Honored

March 23, 2012 By 1 Comment
From left to right- Edsel Ford Junior Hamzeh Abdorabehe, and Kaidhum Ganem, Geer Park Elementary Fourth Grader, show off their winning designs.

DEARBORN, Michigan - The Mayor of Dearborn, the Wayne County Commission Chairman, and the State Representative from Lansing were all on hand at the Dearborn Board of Education meeting on March 12 to congratulate the two Response to Bullying Poster Contest winners. Edsel Ford High School junior Hamzeh Abdorabehe and Geer Park Elementary fourth grader Kaidhum Ganem were honored for their winning poster designs. The contest was first announced at the district-wide Response to Bullying kick off event in September of 2011. (The program encourages students to treat others with respect … [Read more...]

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Dearborn League of Women Voters to Discuss Redistricting

March 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Senator Morris Hood III

DEARBORN, Michigan - Do you have ideas on how to improve redistricting in Michigan? The League of Women Voters of Dearborn and Dearborn Heights will be hosting a public forum on Monday, March 26 to discuss the results of Michigan’s 2011 redistricting and how to improve the process moving forward. The program will feature presentations on the 2011 redistricting process and approaches used by other states, followed by a facilitated discussion about ideas for reform. The featured speaker is State Sen. Morris Hood III, who represents Dearborn and neighboring communities. This … [Read more...]

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Carjacking and Attempted Home Invasion Suspect Arrested

March 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Mullin

DEARBORN, Mich. — On March 3, 2012 at about 8:15am, a patient being evaluated at Oakwood Hospital for psychiatric issues walked away from the hospital campus. Immediately after leaving the building, the patient asked the driver of a vehicle parked in front if he would drive him to a nearby hardware store. When the driver refused, the patient grabbed him by the arm through the open car window, unlocked and opened the car door and tried to force the driver out of the car. The driver was able to escape with his car and left the area. The patient, now suspect, then went to a house on … [Read more...]

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