Hamtramck Neighborhood Arts Festival is coming
By Alan Madlane For the 9th year running, Hamtramck will have a day-long arts festival to participate in. The Hamtramck Neighborhood Arts Festival is a thing for literally everyone,…
Have trust in the court system and due process
A high-profile resident of our community has recently been accused of a very serious crime. Upon hearing the news last week, many folks have expressed shock and even anger. It’s…
City hall façade upgrade raises a number of questions
Without a doubt, Hamtramck City Hall needs a facelift. The front entrance has been looking pretty shabby for several years. But is it worth the estimated $200,000 to get into…
UAW strikers at Poletown get a special visit by candidates
By Charles Sercombe UAW strikers at the GM Poletown plant got a boost this past week with visits by Democratic presidential hopefuls Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders. Warren…
Hamtramck political activist is charged with sexual assault: Update
Update: (Oct. 3, 2019) — As we were going to press Thursday, the Arab American News had an update on accused sexual assault suspect Ibrahim Aljahim, 37, of Hamtramck. He…
At this ‘coven,’ it’s all about art, not witches’ spells
By Joe Myrick Special to The Review The word “coven” is used to describe a community of witches taking part in, well, witch activities. Like “Fire burn and…
‘Banglatown’ development has some high rollers on board
By Alan Madlane A Detroit neighborhood revitalization project is likely to have a spillover effect for Hamtramck. And a familiar business name is heavily involved. More on that momentarily.…
City officials fret over the cost of a city hall upgrade
By Charles Sercombe In the coming months, Hamtramck City Hall will get a new name and a new look. Or, maybe not. Some members of the city council…
Poletown plant may survive
By Charles Sercombe As they say in baseball, it ain’t over ‘til it’s over. GM is now offering to keep its Poletown and Lordstown, Ohio plants open, if UAW…
For students, our public schools offer the world
We’ve said this before, but it’s worth repeating: If you are enrolled in the Hamtramck Public School District, chances are that you will have an amazing cultural experience. Why is…
