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City moves close to opening historical museum

By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck’s Historical Commission is on the verge of getting a much-waited for museum location. But don’t start the move-in yet. The city has a tentative deal with…

HHS athletic director resigns, citing union harassment

HHS athletic director resigns, citing union harassment

By Ian Perrotta Review Staffwriter It’s official. Athletic Director Adam Mused’s resignation has been approved by the School Board, and last Wednesday (Jan. 13) he officially stepped down from his…

Cosmos begin league play with a split

By Ian Perrotta Review Staffwriter The Cosmos (2-5, 1-1) began league competition last Friday (Jan 15.) with a 67-54 loss against the Cranbrook Cranes but righted themselves on Tuesday (Jan…

A welcome end to an ugly piece of history

A welcome end to an ugly piece of history

Hamtramck is starting the New Year with a bang. Last week, Hamtramck learned it will receive $13.9 million in federal stimulus money to build or rehab 39 housing units. The…

U of M Polish Club has plenty of love for Hamtramck

U of M Polish Club has plenty of love for Hamtramck

Members of Hamtramck’s Weed and Seed organization have been whistling U of M’s famed fight song “The Victors” recently. That’s because the group just received a pledge of funding from…

Former councilmember reflects on years in office and lessons learned

By Charles Sercombe He was one of the city’s most polarizing elected officials in recent times. And since his departure from City Council, it’s been oddly quiet – well, at…

For Hamtramck, MLK Day brings some closure to housing case

For Hamtramck, MLK Day brings some closure to housing case

By Ian Perrotta Review Staffwriter This year, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was extra-special. For the City of Hamtramck, it marked an opportunity to move one house closer to resolving…

HUD grant will allow city to end housing lawsuit

By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck can shut the door on its 40-year-old housing discrimination lawsuit. Last week, HUD, the federal housing agency, announced it will give Hamtramck $13.9 million to provide…

Man in missing girl mystery now in prison

By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck’s most scrutinized, under-the-microscope man is now spending the next 18 months to 15 years in prison. But not for the thing authorities suspect him of doing.…

Homeowners will be charged extra fee for garbage

By Charles Sercombe The cost of throwing out garbage just went up $3 per month for each household in Hamtramck. The total increase for the year will be $36. The…