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Arab American law enforcement officials receive promotions
Several Arab American law enforcement officials from Wayne County were part of the Reserve Division Promotional Ceremony on Monday at Byblos Banquet Hall in Dearborn where they received praise for their commitment and hard work from Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon. Those who received promotions include Captain Joe Alcala,...Rotary Club of Dearborn awards 11 scholarships to graduating high school seniors
DEARBORN — The Rotary Club of Dearborn awarded a total of $16,500 in scholarships to 11 graduating high school seniors from Dearborn Public Schools’ Career and Technical Education Programs at club’s 24th annual Otto J. Rowen Awards May banquet.The annual awards are made possible through a trust established by Otto J. Rowen and...Historic library fountain may be removed
DEARBORN — The fountain in front of the Henry Ford Centennial Library is in jeopardy following a proposal that could see it demolished to make way for a smaller display, possibly a garden or a similar structure according to the Detroit News. The current fountain needs about $750,000 to be fully restored according Director of...American siblings proud to represent Lebanon in 2012 Olympics
As one of the top up-and-coming fencers in the United States, Zain Shaito has long had his sights set on the 2012 Olympics. Zain Shaito is headed for the 2012 London Olympics for fencing this summer. Competition figured to be fierce, but there was also the question of what country he'd like to compete for, a question that was...HFCC President Gail Mee to leave institution after successful tenure
DEARBORN — Dr. Gail Mee, president of Henry Ford Community College (HFCC), announced that she will leave the College to pursue other opportunities at a Board of Trustees meeting on May 21. She has agreed to remain in her position until a new president is appointed.Dr. Mee joined HFCC as president in July 2006, and is well known...Dearborn pools opening on May 26
DEARBORN — The outdoor pool season in the city will begin on May 26 beginning with two pool openings, and four others will open on June 16. Dearborn’s outdoor pool season begins May 26 with the opening of Dunworth Pool at Levagood Park and Ford Woods pool.Dunworth and Ford Woods will be open weekdays from 4-7 p.m. and Saturdays,...AAPN celebrates success of outstanding Arab American professionals
DEARBORN — The achievements of a select group of Arab Americans were highlighted at the American Arab Professionals Networks' annual "Celebrating Success" Banquet Wednesday at Greenfield Manor here. Siblani (C) accepts his award from AACC officials. Photo courtesy of Mohamad Jaber/The Best Way Magazine This year’s recipients received...Obama will need more than rhetoric to get re-elected
Every time I talk to a Democrat or see one on TV talking, I hear time and time again..."Obama has it in the bag." Democratic fundraisers, activists, supporters, and even politicians alike have somehow collectively lapsed into the sentiment that the president is going to be re-elected in a landslide victory.I'm sorry to break the news to...United Methodist Church’s shameful failure to divest from injustice
This week, amidst the incredible ongoing mass hunger strike by Palestinian prisoners, some of them on the brink of starvation, the United Methodist Church failed to pass a resolution to divest from three major beneficiaries of the most incendiary human rights abuses and colonial crimes of our time.Among the heartbreaking collection...Ethnic minority youth lead new wave of student activism
TUCSON (IPS) — In December 1985, The New York Times reported on what was believed to be the first anti-apartheid conference of U.S. high schools discussing divestment from corporations operating in South Africa.Sixteen independent schools met at St. James Episcopal Church in Manhattan to discuss the divestment question, which was...
Patriarch Rai in Detroit: Time for Lebanese to unite in love and diversity
May 18th, 20120 Maronite Patriarch Bechara Peter Rai pushed to form strong bonds between Muslims and Christians locally and abroad on nearly every stop he made during his historic visit to Southeast Michigan this week. In addition to visiting Maronite churches he made appearances at the American Muslim Center and the Islamic Center of America in...Arab American promoted to executive position in Wayne County Sheriff’s Office
DETROIT — Wayne County Community College District was the site of a special ceremony on Friday, May 11 officially announcing the promotion of Ali Berri, 46, to Director of Classifications in the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Among those present were Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon and Deputy Chief Mike Jaafar, who both spoke...
Islamic Center of America celebrates 50 years, realization of founding imam’s vision
May 18th, 20120 Today, the Islamic Center of America is one of the most recognizable buildings in Metro Detroit, a landmark for Dearborn and a source of great pride for all American Muslims who worship and learn at the largest center of its kind in the United States. A group of interdenominational religious leaders and their supporters gather...
Syria rebels getting arms with U.S. help
May 18th, 20120 WASHINGTON — Syria's rebels have seen an influx of arms including anti-tank weaponry for their fight against President Bashar al-Assad's government, in an effort coordinated with the help of the United States, a report said Wednesday. Free Syrian Army fighters shout "Allahu Akbar" near Deraa in this still image taken from a video...ADC Goodwill Program gives tribute to select group of students
DEARBORN — Some of McDonald Elementary School's most distinguished students received recognition from the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee's Goodwill Program on Wednesday for their contributions and commitment to serving their school here. McDonald students were honored in three categories: safety, service squad and......
NDAA is authorization to go to war with Iran
May 18th, 20120 Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH) is urging Members of Congress to reject H.R. 4310, the National Defense Authorization Act, FY 2013 because it prepares the way for a disastrous war with Iran. He is right. Even if the House accepts a proposed amendment by John Conyers (D-MI) to state that the authorization is not a specific declaration...
Former city employee of Dearborn claims termination was an ambush
May 18th, 20120 DEARBORN — Last month during the city of Dearborn's Civil Service Commission meeting held on April 19, a vote was made to eliminate Valarie Murphy Goodrich from her Human Resources Director position with the city. Now Goodrich is claiming that she is exploring legal options in what she described as an unexpected public...
Palestinian prisoners strike deal to end hunger strike
May 18th, 20120 Israel agrees to return those in solitary confinement to general population, permit family visits from both Gaza Strip, West Bank. Relatives of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails celebrate after the signing of a deal to end the prisoner's hunger strike was agreed to, in Gaza City May 14, 2012. Palestinian prisoners in Israeli...Miss Lebanon Emigrants USA to be crowned on May 24
DEARBORN — Greenfield Manor will be the site of the Miss Lebanon Emigrants – USA 2012 pageant on May 24, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the event beginning at 8 p.m. The current Miss Lebanon Emigrant USA Krystelle Khoury.The event will be held by the committee of Miss Lebanon Emigrants in collaboration with the Lebanese Ministry of......
LAHC hands out scholarships, highlights diversity at 24th Annual Gala
May 18th, 20120 DEARBORN – The Lebanese American Heritage Club has a long, storied history in the local community, but the focus was once again on the future during the non-profit's 24th Annual Awards Gala on Friday, May 11 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel here. The 51 award recipients each received $1,000 scholarships, and are shown above posing with...Arab American sergeant among those honored by Obama
President Barack Obama greets recipients of the National Association of Police Organizations' top cops awards on Saturday during a ceremony in the White House Rose Garden. Detroit officers in the crowd: Sgt. Michael Ingels, to the left of Obama; Sgt. Marcellus A. Ball, in sunglasses; Sgt. Ray Toufic Saati, at far right. PHOTO: MANUEL......
Salamey campaign responds to Abbatt challenge in race for judge
May 18th, 20120 DEARBORN — The 19th District Court Judge race for the city of Dearborn intensified last week when candidate Candyce Abbatt filed challenges against one of her opponents, Sam Salamey, in an effort to have his name removed from the ballot on the grounds that the nominating petitions filed by Salamey do not have the minimum number of 400...
Patriarch Rai encourages interfaith unity, visits Dearborn mosques
May 14th, 20120 Today, His Beatitude Mar Bechara Peter Rai who's the head of the Maronite Catholic Church worldwide visited the Islamic Center of America and the American Muslim Center in Dearborn. During his appearances at both mosques Patriarch Rai encouraged interfaith unity between Muslims and Christians through dialogue. Religious leaders from......
