Even bad weather can’t stop a Hamtramck party
By Charles Sercombe Weather bummer. That’s the consensus of last weekend’s Hamtramck Labor Day Festival. Talk about extremes. On Saturday it was a sweltering 98-freaking-degrees with something like 90 percent…
Loss of jail could bankrupt city
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck’s financial picture could take a turn for the worse if Wayne County closes its jail here in town. Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon said last week…
New police chief may be announced
By Charles Sercombe There may be a new police chief named next Tuesday. Or maybe not. City Manager Bill Cooper said he will present a candidate for the position at…
Movers and Shakers …
(Editor’s note: The following article has a series of painful puns. Consider yourself forewarned.) By Alan R. Madeleine Hamtramck Labor Day Festival, version 2011. Out on the concourse, there was…
Artist wants to turn a dilapidated house into a home for sports
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review Detroit-based artist Graem Whyte is well known for his sculptures, but his next project is literally as big as a house. Whyte recently…
Memorial service will be held for 9/11 anniversary
By Charles Sercombe It’s been 10 years since Hamtramck came together in a prayer vigil for the 9/11 attacks. This Saturday (Sept. 10), Hamtramck will once again come together for…
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…
Despite downtick in attendance and earnings, festival was successful
Well done, Hamtramck. Although it wasn’t the best weather we’ve had, this past weekend’s Labor Day Festival was another success. And yes, attendance was down, and sales of food and…
Monday at the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival …
By Charles Sercombe Hey, who invited fall weather to Hamtramck’s party? This weekend’s Labor Day Festival had some of the weirdest weather compared to other years. On Saturday, temperatures hovered…
Polish Day Parade … 2011
By Charles Sercombe Even cooler weather and gray skies couldn’t put a damper on this year’s Polish Day Parade. Once again, the colorful display of Polish folk costumes and marching…
