State legislators need regulate tow services
In last week’s issue we reported on a tow truck service that appears to be out of control. The city is now investigating whether a Detroit tow service has the…
Former first lady is remembered in library mural
By Alan Madeleine America lost a first lady a few weeks ago. But Hamtramck still has her, in a way. Barbara (nee Pierce) Bush, wife of 41st president George…
Councilmember falls behind on bills – again
By Charles Sercombe City Councilmember Saad Almasmari is attempting to climb up the political ladder and become state representative in this election year. And in order to achieve that goal…
DTE crews working on restoring power
By Charles Sercombe For those in Hamtramck still without power due to Friday’s high winds, hang on just a little while more. Acting City Manager Kathy Angerer told The Review…
St. Florian Strawberry Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary
By Alan Madeleine This weekend’s St. Florian Strawberry Festival is a little more sweet and juicy. The festival marks its 50th anniversary. Ever since it started in 1968…
Hamtramck candidates line Up for this year’s election season
Election season is officially on. Last week the deadline for candidates to file came and went. There are several candidates from Hamtramck in the running, including two city councilmembers, Anam…
Towing company under fire
Update 3: Well, well, well, someone finally stepped up to the challenge to remove Breakthrough Towing Service signs at CVS. And that someone is City Councilmember Ian Perrotta, who also…
Election season is off and running for Hamtramck candidates
By Charles Sercombe As expected the open races for state representative and state senator for Hamtramck is crowded. In the 4th District State Representative race, in which incumbent Rose…
CM charter proposal gets ballot OK
By Charles Sercombe It will now be up to voters to OK the requirements to be hired as a Hamtramck city manager. State officials approved the language of the proposed…
A city charter change that needs community input
The city council and the mayor want to increase the candidate pool for city manager. That’s a good thing. In order to do that, they came up with a city…
