Locals pitch in to help Hamtramck man’s medical expense
By David Piestrzynski The community is pulling together for Hamtramck resident Thomas “T.J.” Zuchowski. In June, Zuchowski, a 23-year-old Wayne State University accounting graduate, injured his spine while diving near…
School AYP testing is setting districts up for failure
It’s becoming increasingly clear that the nation’s attempt at boosting the test scores of students is nothing more than a veiled attempt to get rid of union teachers. Recent results…
Toast of the Town …
When it comes to good food and great times, Hamtramck has plenty to offer. In this column, we’ll talk about what’s happening at our bars, restaurants and other events that…
Pony League champs celebrate 50th anniversary
Take me out to the ball game Take me out to the crowd. Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack I don’t care if I ever get back, ‘Cause it’s…
Campaigns are no longer for big spenders
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck’s City Council candidates have at least one thing in common, well, at least for the majority of them: They’re cheap. All but three of the 13…
Locally grown organic goods is part of new Farmer’s Market
By Charles Sercombe It may be small now, but there is plenty of room for growth for Hamtramck’s first-ever Farmer’s Market. It’s the brainchild of Alex and Zina Lumelsky, who…
City Hall Insider …
What is our City Council up to these days? We have the scoop and the highlights – as well as the lowlights – of the latest council meeting By Charles…
Toast of the town …
When it comes to good food and great times, Hamtramck has plenty to offer. In this column, we’ll talk about what’s happening at our bars, restaurants and other events that…
For some candidates, voters deserve some answers
With the Primary Election now over, it’s time to think ahead to the November General Election. The November election will feature just two local races: three seats on the City…
Election produces some interesting surprises
By Charles Sercombe Well, it’s been a couple days since Tuesday’s Primary Election and the dust has settled. For those who haven’t heard, the results came as a huge surprise…
