Mayor and Congressman Getting a Taste of Poverty to Protest Food Program Cuts (C. Proxmire, June 11, 2013) Ferndale Mayor Dave Coulter and US Congressman Sander Levin are taking a stand against cuts to food programs, by getting a first-hand taste of life on a food-stamp-sized budget. As part of the Food Research and Action…
“It’s incredible to see so many people invest their personal time, talents and money in such an important cause – it’s a fantastic experience. Much appreciation goes to the Ferndale Relay for Life Committee – their job is extensive and the results are amazing every single year,” she said.
Award-winning local photographer Marco Mancinelli will be presenting slides of his work, speaking about his craft and sharing exciting experiences from around the world at the Ferndale Public Library on Wednesday, June 12 at 7pm.
Volunteers came together for two mass yard sales on June 8. The Trunk and Treasure Sale was held in the parking lot of City Hall, where vendors rented tables with the fees going to support Ferndale Recreation. Across the street at FernCare free clinic there was a yard sale of donated items, with proceeds helping provide health care for the needy.
For the third year in a row, Ferndale Pride’s focus was on a family-friendly festival with plenty of music and ways for the community to connect. But there was also a strong political element to the festivities, reminding people of the struggles LGBT people face and the need for allied and politician support
All school district parents , other parents, high school students, teachers and district staff, administrators and board members, as well as community members are invited to the third of four public Champions Meetings Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 pm at Coolidge Intermediate School.
Ferndale Launches New Website (City of Ferndale Press Release, June 25, 2013) On Tuesday, June 25th, the City of Ferndale will launch their new official website under the new domain www.ferndalemi.gov. The launch of the new site marks an important step toward City Council’s objectives to make prodigious strides in digital government, communication, and technology…