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The ‘Legend of Pinky Deras’ keeps growing

By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck Little League pitcher and legend Art “Pinky” Deras has been enjoying a perfect game the last couple of years. Deras was recently the subject of a…

Hamtramck schools get extra boost to better compete

Hamtramck’s Public School District just got a shot in the arm that is sorely needed. The financially-struggling district – and at this point which public school district isn’t struggling? –…

Guest Editorial: Hamtramck public schools are poised for a ‘turnaround’

By Tom Niczay On April 7, 2011 the Chairman of General Motors Foundation John Montford came to Hamtramck High School. Between 150-200 legislators and Board of Education members along with…

Gas explosion rips apart JC building, but cause is unknown

Gas explosion rips apart JC building, but cause is unknown

By Charles Sercombe The buzz around town: Are we all going to blow up or what? The short answer: No, we’re not. Just because there’s been two building explosions in…

Former School Board president cited for outburst

By Charles Sercombe Public School Boardmember Titus Walters will be the first to tell you he has a temper and can be “passionate” about his support of the schools. And…

Like it or not, merging services is a must

By Charles Sercombe One of Gov. Snyder’s directives to communities across the state is to find ways to consolidate, and even merge, services. Over a month ago, the Hamtramck City…

Toast of the town …

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…

Building improvements grants expand beyond Jos. Campau

Building improvements grants expand beyond Jos. Campau

By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review The city of Hamtramck is due for its annual facelift. The yearly façade grants have been doled out by the Downtown Development Authority,…

City streets are due for spring cleaning

City streets are due for spring cleaning

By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review The good news is that winter appears to be gone. The bad news is that it left a mess. The streets of Hamtramck…