City officials worried over abrupt end to Census
By Charles Sercombe The Census count is now over. Recently, a federal court allowed the Trump administration to end the national headcount three weeks early. The count was supposed…
Guest Editorial: School District remains united in support for community’s children
By Jaleelah Ahmed Hamtramck Public Schools Superintendent Thus far, 2020 has been a far more challenging year than we could have ever anticipated. The beginning of the school year is…
Voters face a daunting decision on city’s future
Next Tuesday (Nov. 3), Hamtramck voters will have a lot to consider. Besides choosing which political candidates should hold office – including the president – voters here have three controversial…
A summer trip into America’s heartland: A photographer’s notebook
By Roy Feldman Special to The Review This summer, Hamtramckan Chris Schneider and myself explored several midwestern states, to photograph the small towns and rural landscapes of the often-overlooked…
Election countdown begins
By Charles Sercombe If you haven’t mailed in your absentee ballot yet, consider another way. Instead of mailing, take your ballot directly to Hamtramck City Hall, and either drop it…
In politics, anyone can get involved – even outsiders
As we mentioned in last week’s issue, Hamtramck voters have been faced with numerous controversial ballot proposals and recall elections in the past. Political controversy has constantly been a part…
Toast of the Town … Can the city’s nightlife survive the era of COVID?
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 at other…
Keeping a legend, and history, alive in Hamtramck
By Dave Mesrey Special to the Review Last month, the City of Hamtramck and the Friends of Historic Hamtramck Stadium teamed up to give the city’s newly renovated baseball…
Mayor weighs in on city charter ballot proposals
By Charles Sercombe In the past, Hamtramck voters have been asked to weigh in on a number of controversial ballot proposals. On Nov. 3, voters will once again face…
Recall election moves on
By Charles Sercombe The recall effort against City Councilmember Ian Perrotta got a green light last week to proceed. In a Zoom meeting held by the Wayne County Election…
