Police lawsuit requires city to take swift action
What are we to make of the Hamtramck Police Depart in light of a lawsuit filed by one of the department’s officers? The lawsuit, filed by officer Dennis Nunlee, who…
At the Poletown Plant, the atmosphere is electric
By Charles Sercombe Monday’s announcement about GM’s production of the hybrid vehicle, the Volt, wasn’t exactly breaking news. But it was welcomed news nonetheless. GM had said less than a…
Election recount yields few ballot changes
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck’s November election appears to be finally over and counted. Last week’s recount of the mayoral and city council election yielded few changes. In the mayoral recount,…
Hamtramck’s rising political star wins grant for policy training
By Ian Perrotta Review Staffwriter In the Chinese Zodiac, 2010 is the year of the Tiger. In Hamtramck, it’s the year of the Bengali Tiger, and his name is Kazi…
Hamtramck is not alone in making cuts to public safety
By Charles Sercombe You could say that economic reality is hitting home in many communities. And you could also say that Hamtramck is not alone in facing the same tough…
‘Winter Glow’ ushers in the
The good times and good vibes were definitely in the air during last Saturday’s annual Winter Glow. This year the Glow had a new home. The public schools’ Recreation Department…
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
By Charles Sercombe The holiday spirit of giving is catching on in Hamtramck. Over at P.L.A.V. Post 10, veterans are collecting toys for the Toys for Tots program. If you’d…
A word from the national Census Bureau …
The year 2010 is when the nation participates in the once-every-10-year population count, known as the Census. In the upcoming months The Review will publish news from the Census Bureau.…
Reading Matters …
By Brad Neff Some of us know firsthand the power of a public school teacher. We know well how an exceptional teacher can change the life of a student. At…
Koscuiszko Basketball Brief…
A player from the Koscuiszko Cougars tries for two points in Tuesday’s game against the Universal Academy Eagles. The Cougars won the game 41-10 and are off to a 4-0…
