Police: Suspect Wanted in Charter One Robbery
Today, 12/06/11, at about 11:00 a.m. the Charter One Bank at 23011 Woodward in Ferndale was robbed.
End of Prohibition Party Raises Money for Goodfellows
The woman, who did not want to be identified, never forgot the Winter of 1959 or the warmth the Goodfellows brought to her home.
She and a dozen other volunteers hit the Ferndale bars for a night of fun and fundraising, with The End of Prohibition Party as the theme
Quartette Art Show Opens at Level One
Four artists. One show. That was the idea behind the Quartette Art Show, which opened at Level One Bank’s Gallery (922635 Woodward) on Dec.2. Four artists from the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center (BBAC) took part in the whimsical show, which will remain up through the end of the year.
Santa Visits the Holiday Showplace
The Annual Holiday Showplace is a large craft fair that takes place at the Kulick Community Center and benefits Ferndale Seniors. The event is never fails to attract an eclectic variety of artists and crafters, each of whom brings not only their products, but also their smiles and holiday cheer.
Community Meetings on School Bond Issue
The Ferndale School District is moving forward with plans to put a $22,825,000 bond on the February ballot. The bond is an extension of current bonds with the taxes collected to be used for improvements to the School’s multiple buildings and property. There will be several meetings over the next two months to discuss the needs of the District with members of the public. Superintendent Gary Meier will be on hand to share information about the District moving forward.
FernCare Bowl-A-Thon Tops $4,000
The money raised goes towards operation of the FernCare clinic, which currently provides free medical care to over 50 patients. The clinic has a paid medical supervisor and a team of volunteers, including a pharmacist and security, to provide basic medical care to those who cannot afford it.
Vigil, Film & Quilt Panels Remember Those Lost to AIDS
Heck’s red rose was back in the Detroit area on Friday, Dec. 2, 2011 as part of Affirmations AIDS Memorial. Four 12 x 12 sections were on display in the community center in Downtown Ferndale, containing panels that originated in the Metro Detroit Area.
Rainboots at Stella
Who knows when the snow is coming, but one thing we’re getting a lot of is rain. Fortunately those who want to keep their feet dry have an inexpensive and fashionable option thanks to Stella (263 West 9 Mile) in Downtown Ferndale.
Max Fisher to speak at free luncheon for MAC
The talk will be a donation-based lunch, with the first 60 to RSVP enjoying food from the Matt Prentice Restaurant group. The lunch will be held at the MAC headquarters at 429 Livernois in Ferndale on Dec. 15 at noon. There is no charge, but donations are suggested.
No Election Necessary: Chamber Fills Uncontested Board Seats
The Ferndale Area Chamber did not hold elections for the Board of Directors for 2012 because they had exactly the number of applicants as was needed to fill the seven member board. On Nov. 28, The Chamber announced welcoming back incumbent Board Members – Pamela Bellaver, Ryan Meray, Gary Meier, Frank Lanzkron-Tamarazo, Jay McMillan, and Rita Van. John Kozich of Credit Union ONE, who served on the Board from 2002 through 2009, is also back on the Board.
Nominate Your Neighbor: Holiday Light Awards
As the snow begins to fall, Ferndalians are getting ready for the holiday season by decorating their homes with lights, garland, wreaths and other traditional décor. The tradition is encouraged by Ferndale’s Beautification Commission, who gives out holiday light awards each year.
Silent Night of the Lambs
As she sits in the hole topped with blocks of ice, rubbing ice cream on her skin, Macy Penny, played by Genevieve Jona, cries about how her mother, JC Penny, has the money to give her captor anything they want.
But what does this madman, er, mad snowman, really want? Why have girls who sell matches and boys with crutches been going missing? And what do the ladies with the beaver fur jackets know about it?
Texting Pepsi if You Want Band Funding
FHS Marching Band Director says, “For us to continue to grow the program, bring student fees down, and hopefully take it to yet another level of excellence, we need new sources of funding. We are currently pursuing corporate sponsorship, but are also going after the Pepsi Refresh Everything grant.”
Dollar Club Owner’s Murder Still Unsolved (video)
After 1 year, police are still looking for help from citizens with any information they may have regarding the murder of 64 year old store owner KARIM KHAMARKO. Mr. Khamarko was shot to death while working at the Dollar Club Plus located at 2750 Hilton in Ferndale.
Chief Kitchen: Flying High and Laying Low in Retirement
As retired Ferndale Police Chief Michael Kitchen and his wife Meri prepared to head south to Florida for the winter, the 56 year old life-long Ferndale resident sat down with The Ferndale 115 News to talk about his years in the department and his views about how the City has changed.
Granholm Visits AJs in Ferndale for Booksigning
Sally Fedus of Plymouth was excited to see former Governor Jennifer Granholm and her husband Dan Mulhern again. She’d been volunteering for Granholm’s campaigns since she first became impressed with her back in 2000. But an even more exciting surprise came at the Nov. 25th book signing at AJ’s Café in Ferndale when she realized that her picture had made it in
Local Comedian Seeks Las Vegas Dream, Your vote could help
Thompson recently retired from being Executive Director of Affirmations Community Center and is now working hard on her comedy career. She is taking part in a national contest to win a dream gig in Las Vegas. Visit www.improvcc.com to watch Leslie Thompson’s video. Vote if you would like to help her win. You can vote every day.
What Do You Think of My Children’s Birth Mothers?
I have come to realize that I love my children so much that I would make an adoption plan for them if I felt it was best for them. That is how much I believe in adoption.
Now, maybe it is hard for me to imagine how bad my circumstances would have to get for me to be driven to such a decision. But, thinking about what those extreme circumstances might help me to understand a little bit better just what factors go into such a decision for the women and families who do make the decision.
Multi-City Bike Route Mapping Meeting Dec. 7
The Royal Oak Environmental Advisory Board is inviting cyclists from Royal Oak, Birmingham, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Ferndale, and Pleasant Ridge to tell them what routes they use…The meeting takes place Dec. 7
Dutch Pink at The Berkley Front on Friday, Nov. 25
To listen to Dutch Pink songs like Good Work, Corn Palace Heirs, and Miss Bettie Page, check them out on Myspace. They can also be heard on You Tube, or their website www.dutchpink.net. They’ll be playing another show at The Berkley Front on Friday, Nov. 25. The opening band for the show is Cosmic Light Shapes, a group that comes from Hamtramck.