It looks like Hamtramck will have to brace for the closing of Poletown
By Charles Sercombe An old saying used to go that what was good for General Motors is good for America. But folks living in the cities where GM has…
A city council divided
By Charles Sercombe In a rare move, the city council censured a fellow member. During an emotionally draining council meeting on Tuesday, there was more than just a public…
What’s in a sign? Plenty when they pollute the city
Recently the city council adopted an update for an ordinance regulating business signs. For those not familiar with government, yes, cities regulate all sorts of things. Mayor Karen Majewski hailed…
Toast of the town … Love hurts, so go write a song on a snowy day
By Charles Sercombe On this bitter cold, snowy day, most folks are hunkered in at home. Such was the case for Hamtramck’s Eric Villa, a well-known musician and…
City Life … Turning words into action
By Walter Wasacz I was sitting in a chair writing and listening to music when I heard a crash and a shake in the wall facing the street.…
A new year and a new start in city council and school board
By Charles Sercombe It’s a new year and there are some changes in city government and the Hamtramck Public School Board. Nothing big, though. For the city council, City Manager…
Review celebrates its 10th anniversary
By Charles Sercombe Thank you, Hamtramck. This year marks our 10th anniversary serving this community. It’s been a fun ride, and we hope to stick around for at least another…
Partnership between city and schools pays off in grant
Talk about something to be thankful for during this past holiday season. In December it was officially announced that the Hamtramck Public School District was awarded an $800,000 grant from…
The Lore of Hamtramck … A memorable meeting with Mrs. Roosevelt
By Greg Kowalski “It was terrific!” That’s how Helen (Grudzien) Livingston remembers the day in 1936 when she presented a bouquet of roses to Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady of…
Author’s homage to Hamtramck
By Alan Madlane Local resident Steve Hughes must be a pretty interesting guy. That’s a conclusion easily reached once you start reading about his background. A Hamtramck resident, Hughes…
