City Council election has 15 contenders
By Charles Sercombe There are some new and some familiar faces lining up for the August Primary Election. So far, 15 candidates have entered the race for three City Council…
St. Lad’s Parish faces tough sell for former school
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review Anyone interested in buying an elementary school? St. Ladislaus Elementary will soon be on the market. As a result of declining enrollment and…
City Hall Insider …
What is our City Council up to these days? We have the scoop and the highlights – as well as the lowlights – of the latest council meeting. By Charles…
Personal touch is key to success for Mostek company
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review After eight decades in business, Mostek Paint and Glass Co. is still going strong. Later this year, the store will celebrate its 80th…
Tax increase gives city time to plan
We’re not going to say “Hooray” about this. That’s because no one likes to pay more taxes. But the City Council (except for councilmembers Mohammed Hassan and Kazi Miah) did…
There’s no shortage of ways to improve the city
By Alan R. Madeleine Hamtramck’s new Master Plan is an impressive document. Beneath its gorgeous design, though, what is it really offering to Hamtramckans, in terms of concrete ideas to…
Council poised to raise taxes
By Charles Sercombe It’s the proverbial 800-pound gorilla sitting in the room that City Councilmembers finally can’t avoid any longer. And that metaphorical gorilla is something the council has adamantly…
Hamtown Movers and Shakers …
By Alan R. Madeleine Who she is: Cindy Bonneau is the organizer of the annual St. Florian Strawberry Festival. Let’s get the lowdown on what it’s like to put the…
Patrol volunteers are on the road looking for crime
By David Piestrzynski Special to The Review Hamtramck is on the watch for crime. Last Thursday evening, a town hall meeting was held at People’s Community Services to discuss the…
