GM Poletown hiring will bring extra revenue for city
By Charles Sercombe You’ve probably heard by now, but if you haven’t, last week GM announced it plans to hire 2,000 workers at its Poletown Plant. Good news, right? Well,…
Beware of candidates promising to cut taxes
This year’s field of candidates vying for three seats on City Council offers some hope for the future. We see some worthy candidates, but at the same time we see…
The final bell is about to ring for Dickinson West
By Alan R. Madeleine The days of Dickinson West using St. Ladislaus’ old elementary school building are nearly through. Per a memo released by Public School Superintendent Tom Niczay this…
For now, city’s tax takes a hike
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck is following in the footsteps of a number of suburban communities by passing a small property tax increase. At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, councilmembers engaged in…
City Council election has 15 contenders
By Charles Sercombe There are some new and some familiar faces lining up for the August Primary Election. So far, 15 candidates have entered the race for three City Council…
St. Lad’s Parish faces tough sell for former school
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review Anyone interested in buying an elementary school? St. Ladislaus Elementary will soon be on the market. As a result of declining enrollment and…
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…
Personal touch is key to success for Mostek company
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review After eight decades in business, Mostek Paint and Glass Co. is still going strong. Later this year, the store will celebrate its 80th…
Tax increase gives city time to plan
We’re not going to say “Hooray” about this. That’s because no one likes to pay more taxes. But the City Council (except for councilmembers Mohammed Hassan and Kazi Miah) did…
