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Murphy-Goodrich Lawsuit Claims City of Dearborn Violated Public Policy

September 17, 2016 By News Release

Valerie-Murphy-Goodrich

DEARBORN, MI - Valerie Murphy-Goodrich, who was fired without warning by the Dearborn Civil Service Commission in a public meeting, and then fired again one week later by letter (back in 2012), has a pending lawsuit against the City of Dearborn alleging violation of public policy, wrongful discharge, retaliatory discharge, and violation of procedural due … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, Government, Legal

Dearborn City Attorney Recognized for 2016 Leaders in the Law Award

April 8, 2016 By News Release

Debra Walling

DEARBORN, MI. – The City of Dearborn’s Corporate Counsel, Debra Walling, was selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as one of its “Leaders in the Law” for 2016. The “Leaders in the Law” are selected by a committee based on outstanding professional accomplishments or achievements in law practice, mentoring/community involvement, and leadership. The 2016 Leaders … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government, Legal

Three Candidates Announce Run for Dearborn District Judge Seat

April 7, 2016 By Kristian Rodriguez

DEARBORN, MI. - Judge William Hultgren is set to retire at the end of the year leaving an open seat for Dearborn District Court Judge. Three candidates have announced they are campaigning to fill this open seat at the courthouse: Abbie Bazzi, Susan Dabaja,  and Gene Hunt. Susan Dabaja is well known as Dearborn's current City Council President. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government, Top Stories

Public Service Days in Dearborn Start April 4th 2016

March 31, 2016 By News Release

DEARBORN, MI. – Dearborn Public Service Days will be in effect for 2016 beginning April 4 and running through November 26. Parked vehicles should be off the street on the day that residents set their trash and recycling carts at the curb. An easy way to remember what to do is this motto: “Carts Out, Cars In.” For example, if a neighborhood’s trash day is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government

Flood Damage FEMA Registration Deadline Extended to December 14

November 23, 2014 By News Release

FEMA symbol

DEARBORN, Michigan -  Flood victims have more time to file for federal assistance. The new deadline is December 14.  Homeowners, renters and businesses have more time to file for federal assistance now that the application deadline has been extended. The deadline to apply for grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and for low-interest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Government, Top Stories Tagged With: FCPAC, FEMA, flood

Dearborn Named Five-Star Community for Economic Development by UM-Dbn

November 22, 2014 By News Release

Dearborn named Five-Star Community for Economic Development by UM-Dearborn

DEARBORN, Michigan – For the fourth year in a row, Dearborn has achieved a prestigious rating recognizing its ability to foster entrepreneurial growth and economic development in the annual eCities study conducted by researchers at iLabs, University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Center for Innovation Research. Dearborn was one of just 16 communities across the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business, Community, Featured, Government

Dearborn Police Investigating Friday Morning Homicide

November 14, 2014 By News Release

Dearborn Area Crime Alert!

DEARBORN, Michigan — This morning at about 2:00am, Dearborn Police responded to the area of Ford Road between Wyoming and Oakman on reports of a man down. A passing motorist called police after discovering a man down on Ford Road west of Wyoming. Further investigation revealed that Rolex Dior Johnson, a 23 year-old Oak Park man, was suffering from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, Community, Government

Old Dearborn City Hall – Garage Sale – Nov. 15, 2014

November 14, 2014 By News Release

City of Dearborn Garage Sale

DEARBORN, Michigan – The City of Dearborn is hosting a sale to dispose of surplus office chairs, desks, tables, filing cabinets and other furniture and equipment on Saturday, November 15 at the closed City Hall building, 13615 Michigan Avenue. You might find some great bargains on office furniture at the Saturday, November 15 Community Garage Sale at the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Events, Government

Leo Barrett Honored as Dearborn Veteran of the Year

November 14, 2014 By News Release

Dearborn’s 2014 Veteran of the Year Leo Barrett was congratulated by Mayor John B. O’Reilly, Jr. during Tuesday’s Veterans Day Ceremony. (photo courtesy of the City of Dearborn)

DEARBORN, Michigan – A patriotic ceremony in Dearborn on Veterans Day honored all veterans and service members, with special recognition given to the 2014 Veteran of Year: U.S. Navy veteran Leo Barrett. Conducted in conjunction with the Dearborn Allied War Veterans Council (DAWVC), the annual public event took place in the Michael A. Guido Theater of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, Government, History

Dearborn Police Honored by IACP for Faith-Based Outreach

November 14, 2014 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan – The Dearborn Police Department was honored by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) for its ability to work with other agencies to address civil rights crimes and issues within the community. At its annual conference, held Oct. 25-28 in Orlando, Florida, IACP named the Police Department as the recipient of its Civil … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government

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