New traffic light causing more back-ups
By Charles Sercombe There might be one thing we can all agree on. Bring back the blinking red traffic light on Caniff in front of the fire station. The city…
City officials buzzkill any more talk on pot law
By Charles Sercombe The talking is over for now when it comes to marijuana and the City Council. The council decided at Tuesday’s council meeting to snuff out further discussion…
A tradition worth telling and retelling
(Editor-at-Large Walter Wasacz writes a weekly column on life in Hamtramck.) By Walter Wasacz Hamtramck is so rich in cultural amenities that it’s often tough to keep up with it…
Toast of the town … Halloween
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 other events that…
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. The City…
Hamtramck’s best interests is with the Democratic Party
Traditionally, Hamtramck voters support Democratic candidates. And traditionally this newspaper has reflected the political leanings of the community. In this election, voters can vote for candidates in both parties, as…
Couple goes high tech to capture the paranormal
By Ian Perrotta If there’s something strange in your neighborhood, who you gonna call? The Detroit Area Paranormal Research Society (DAPRS), that’s who. Over the last year, local residents Matthew…
Harvest Festival celebrates all good things about fall
By Ian Perrotta Last weekend was a Ham-good time. It marked the celebration of the first-ever Hamtown Harvest Festival. Held in the grounds of the city parking lot between the…
Town Hall meeting emphasizes crime fighting tips
Ian Perrotta Wednesday’s Weed and Seed Town Hall meeting wasn’t one to miss. But don’t worry if you did – the information is all here. To begin the meeting, community…
Park grant? What park grant?
By Charles Sercombe Last July, Wayne County Commissioner Moe Blackwell came to town offering a $75,000 county grant to fix up a city park. The timing of the offer was…
