Governmental genie wishes you some grants
By Ian Perrotta Here’s a great gift this Christmas: a grant from the government. Thanks to the city’s strong relationship with the state, that’s actually an option this year. There…
New business looks to become the ‘Sultan’ of Conant
By Ian Perrotta If taste is king, then the Sultan Al-Kabob rules Hamtramck. The restaurant, located at 9335 Conant Ave., is one of the latest culinary additions to the city.…
Winter Glow will shine a light on the holiday season
By Ian Perrotta It’s that time of year again. Tomorrow (Dec. 4) marks the return of the annual Winter Glow, a fun-filled event for the whole family put on by…
Goods and Things, more or less
By Alan R. Madeleine Mike Kapusniak has seen plenty of Hamtramck’s recent history. Born at St. Francis Hospital (now the City Hall building) here in town; a grad of the…
Smoking ban in bars has hurt business, owners say
“Smokin’ in the boys’ room Smokin’ in the boys’ room Now, teacher, don’t you fill me up with your rules But everybody knows that smokin’ ain’t allowed in school.” Brownsville…
Group mentors young people ‘to the finish line’
By Ian Perrotta There’s a new nonprofit in town, and it’s ready to help young people succeed in the race of life. Making It To The Finish Line – an…
Weed and Seed fundraiser hits its mark
By Ian Perrotta Last Thursday (Oct. 28) was a successful night for the Hamtramck Community Initiative (HCI). The non-profit, which is the parent organization of the city’s Weed and Seed…
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…
Toast of the Town … Suzy’s Bar
By Charles Sercombe 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…
Comida’s new menu looks to the east
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck’s one and only Mexican restaurant is expanding its cuisine. Maria’s Comida is now featuring a Mex-Asian menu and by the looks of things, it’s a hit.…
