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Hamtramck election results could take some time
By Charles Sercombe Looking for election results for Hamtramck? Word is, it could take a few hours (this is of 10 p.m. Tuesday). Why? The write-in campaign for the school board is gumming up the...
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Hamtramck election results …
Hamtramck 31st District Court Judge Alexis Krot will remain Hamtramck’s District Court Judge. Update: All three state proposals, including the legalization of marijuana, were approved by state voters....
View ArticleCity councilmembers were elected to lead – now is the time
At this point, it appears city officials will vote down allowing medical marijuana dispensaries and grow facilities to operate here in Hamtramck. Or, they may simply shelve the proposal that the city...
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In Hamtramck, not all rats are bad news
One of Hamtramck’s newest shops, Rat Queen Vintage and 3-Ring Traveling Apothecary, is two businesses in one location. The vintage side of the story offers unique items for sale, and on the apothecary...
View ArticleA public shaming: Food stamp schemers must admit guilt
By Charles Sercombe Four Bangladeshi market owners who were convicted of food stamp fraud were ordered to place a letter admitting their guilt in this newspaper for three weeks. Federal Judge Avern...
View ArticleHamtramck is not alone in facing a thorny financial problem
This week city officials took their first step in ensuring the city’s pension fund will remain solvent. It’s a problem many communities – and even the state itself – are facing. Blame it on falling tax...
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Market owner gives thanks back to customers for Thanksgiving
Mike Kizy, the owner of Sam’s Market at Fleming and Commor, is giving away 400 Thanksgiving meals next Wednesday (Nov. 21) to show appreciation to his customers. By Charles Sercombe For 45 years...
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City officials snuff out medical marijuana dispensaries
City Councilmembers have backed away from adopting ordinances to allow medical marijuana dispensaries and grow facilities to operate in Hamtramck after an outcry from mostly Bengali and Yemeni...
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What to expect with new pot law
Community members attend a recent town hall meeting about the city’s proposed medical marijuana ordinances. By Charles Sercombe Now that it appears the sale of medical marijuana is a dead issue in...
View ArticleHamtramck has plenty to be thankful about
Although this week’s issue comes out a day after Thanksgiving, it’s never too late to give thanks. In Hamtramck, there are many things to be thankful for. For one thing, Hamtramck’s residents are a...
View ArticleDetroit City Football Club going pro is a step up for all
Congratulations. Last week it was announced that the Detroit City Football Club is joining up with 10 other soccer teams to form a new professional league. This will mean an expansion of its season,...
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New park dedicated to housing discrimination victims
The Sarah Sims Garrett Memorial Park was officially dedicated last week. Mayor Karen Majewski (right) was part of the ceremony. By Charles Sercombe The city will have a permanent memorial park to...
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Poletown plant crisis
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck city officials are preparing for a huge financial blow to the city’s budget. On Monday, General Motors unexpectedly announced it was closing or ceasing work at five...
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State Rep. seat up for election
There will be two elections held at once to fill the seat of deceased State Rep. Isaac Robinson (right). Read the story find out why there will be two elections at once. By Charles Sercombe A special...
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Hamtramck’s historic baseball stadium gets another ‘win’
The first phase of renovation is set to go for the historic Hamtramck Stadium thanks to various state and federal grants. The city has been working with school officials as well as county and state...
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Cosmos basketball legend now has a new home: The Hall of Fame
Hamtramck’s own Rudy Tomjanovich has been accepted into the Basketball Ball Hall of Fame. By Alan Madlane Rudy Tomjanovich finally got in. Tomjanovich, an NBA star player and coach, and pride of...
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Public schools to distribute Chromebooks starting this week
Hamtramck Public Schools Superintendent Jaleelah Ahmed posted this notice on social media about handing out Chromebooks to the families of students so students can continue with their lessons for...
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Darla Swint, community activist, dies
By Charles Sercombe The COVID-19 disease has claimed another high-profile Hamtramck community activist. Darla Swint, 69, died April 16. A few weeks ago, State Rep. Isaac Robinson, 44, died from what...
View ArticleIn an era of a pandemic, here’s something to celebrate
Despite the never-ending gloomy news about the coronavirus pandemic, and the increasing number of local deaths from the disease, there has been some good news. In better times, Hamtramck would be...
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Breaking news: Governor extends stay at home directive
By Charles Sercombe In a press conference today (Friday, April 24), Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced what most people thought she would: She extended her “stay at home” order until May 15. But she did...
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