State owes it to the city to insure fair elections
We know the wheels of justice can grind ever-so slowly. But Hamtramck has serious issues surrounding our election integrity, and an important upcoming election on Nov. 4 – just a…
In our opinion … Hamtramck’s election integrity is at risk
Like many in the community, we are alarmed over what looks like brazen ballot stuffing prior to the August Primary Election. Recently, more surveillance recordings involving various people who were…
Guest Editorial … Festival organizers give thanks to all the volunteers
By Konrad Maziarz The City of Hamtramck recently made a proclamation thanking the volunteers for the Labor Day Festival, and the parade. The proclamation includes Shannon and I, but there…
In our opinion … Firing City Manager Garbarino was a rush to judgment
In the weeks to come, one can only hope cooler heads will prevail over the firing of City Manager Max Garbarino. Garbarino’s cause for firing? It appears to be playing…
In our opinion … Taxpayers’ money is going down the drain
Let’s all take a deep breath for a moment, and absorb the earth-shaking decisions our mayor and city council took this week regarding the city manager, police chief and a…
In our opinion … The oldest trick in the book: blame the messenger
Things are pretty surreal in Hamtramck these days. And if you feel like Hamtramck is spinning out of control, you are not alone. The ongoing election fraud investigation involving some…
In Our Opinion … City candidates have their homework to do
Hamtramck voters have spoken, and the final round of candidates for mayor and city council will now prepare to square off in the November General Election. That election is just…
In our opinion … Looking forward to new faces on council
It took a sub-committee of city councilmembers months to decide not to renew the city’s contract with a company that operated Hamtramck’s parking meter system. Months, just think about that.…
Guest Editorial … Federal budget cuts will mean reducing out services
By Khurshida Hossain Executive Director at Detroit Friendship House Detroit Friendship House has served our neighborhood since 1929, updating our programs to meet evolving community needs while navigating challenges like…
In Our Opinion … This year’s election will usher in new era
This coming Tuesday, Aug. 5, is the city’s primary election for mayor and city council. Tuesday’s election will likely be the first step into a new political landscape for Hamtramck,…
