Meeting addresses representation of Arabs and Muslims, how to improve it
September 18th, 20150 DEARBORN — On the 14th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, journalists from the community and across the country gathered to discuss the shift in perception and representation of Arab and Muslim Americans after the attacks. The town hall meeting, held at the Arab American National Museum in partnership with UNITY:...
Police officer’s generosity becomes social media sensation
September 18th, 20150 DEARBORN — A police officer's generosity to a young man down on his luck became a social media sensation this last week. After talking with the man outside Capri Italian Bakery, Dearborn Police officer Raed Essa purchased a meal for him last Friday, September 11. A customer was so impressed, he included a photo in...
Woman begins dream career as Lincoln Park’s first Arab American firefighter
September 18th, 20150 Mona Markabani unpacks her gear at the Lincoln Park Fire DepartmentLINCOLN PARK — Her bulky apparel is custom-fit to her petite frame. A sturdy black helmet; thick pants and boots that resemble a snowsuit five sizes too big; a heavy jacket with a six-pound pocket radio. It’s a big load, but Mona Markabani can handle the weight —...
Mayor Duggan meets with gas station owners, promises cooperation
September 18th, 20150 Duggan.DETROIT — Detroit gas station owners met with Mayor Mike Duggan last week. The mayor listened to the businessmen's concerns and promised to increase cooperation between gas stations and city officials, business advocate Nasser Beydoun said. Gas station owners have been complaining of excessive ticketing, disrespect by the...
Welcoming Week kicks off with a (soccer) ball in Detroit
September 18th, 20150 DETROIT — To celebrate National Welcoming Week, which celebrates diversity and immigrants' contributions, The Arab American News fielded a futsal (mini-soccer) team that lost 7-2 in its opening match at Detroit's second Welcoming Games. But the loss did not affect the fun. The universal spirit of soccer manifested itself at...
Abdul El-Sayed appointed as director of Detroit health department
September 17th, 20150 Photo courtesy of City of DetroitDETROIT – A 30-year-old Columbia graduate and Michigan native has been appointed as the new executive director of the Detroit Department of Health & Wellness Promotion.As executive director, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed will supervise the department and other health-related issues, as well as...
Congresswoman Dingell appoints Arab American caseworker
September 17th, 20150 Jannine KadriDEARBORN – U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Dearborn) announced on Thursday that her Dearborn district office will welcome an Arab American caseworker, following the retirement of long-time staff member Shelly Burgor. On September 23rd, Jannine Kadri will assume the role of constituent services representative in...
GM president buys Detroit’s Fisher Mansion for $1.55 million
September 17th, 20150 Detroit — The president of General Motors bought the grandiose Alfred J. Fisher mansion in Palmer Woods for $1.55 million, one of the highest prices ever paid for a Detroit residence. The same property was put back on the market this summer after plans unraveled to turn it into a dormitory for addiction treatment patients. The...DTE boast largest solar array, even bigger one planned
ANN ARBOR TOWNSHIP — On Tuesday, officials from DTE, Domino's Farms and Ann Arbor Township showcased what they touted as the state's largest solar array— until they build a bigger one. End-to-end, the panels could cover an area slightly larger than the University of Michigan's football field. Even larger projects are planned to open...
Sen. Stabenow: We should accept more Syrian refugees
September 15th, 20150 Sen. Debbie Stabenow speaks to The Arab American News reporterDEARBORN — A week after the White House announced that the United States will accept 10,000 refugees from Syria over the next year, Sen. Debbie Stabenow told The Arab American News that the federal government should grant asylum status to more people fleeing the...
Arab American leaders discuss community concerns with Sen. Stabenow
September 14th, 20150 Sen. Stabenow with community leaders and officials DEARBORN — Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D- Mich.) met with Arab American leaders, activists and heads of organizations at the offices of The Arab American News, on Monday, Sept. 14, where they discussed the community's issues.The senator listened to Arab Americans' concerns about the refugee...
Young driver killed in Dearborn car accident
September 12th, 20150 Ali AljanabiDEARBORN - A young driver was killed after striking a female pedestrian and then hitting a pole on Friday, September 11. Ali Aljanabi, 18, was driving his Ford Focus with his younger brother as a passenger on Greenfield Road near Paul Street, when witnesses said he hit a female pedestrian before his vehicle spiraled and...
Back To School: District-wide changes, push for digital communication
September 11th, 20150 Students in Nicole Ziegler's 8th-grade science class at Woodworth Middle School respond to questions on the first day of the school, Tuesday, Sept. 8.DEARBORN — Balloons, banners and beaming teachers and administrators welcomed students as they walked into McCollough/Unis Elementary School Tuesday morning. It was the first day of...
AAPAC honors Aimee Schoelles
September 11th, 20150 Aimee Schoelles (third from left) with Dearborn Schools officials.DEARBORN — The Arab American Public Affairs Council (AAPAC) held a farewell party for former Dearborn School Board Trustee Aimee Schoelles at Byblos Banquet Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Schoelles resigned from her position in July after accepting a new job in Ohio,...
Dearborn to restrict outdoor smoking at hookah lounges
September 11th, 20150 Mango's on Warren Ave. DEARBORN — The city is aiming to restrict outdoor smoking at hookah lounges as part of the hookah lounge ordinance passed earlier this year. Several hookah lounges that incorporated outdoor smoking in their establishments must now petition the City Council for permission to continue serving hookah......
Good Burger blends American dining with halal options
September 11th, 20150 DEARBORN — The newly opened Good Burger restaurant on Michigan Ave. blends fast food and retro American dining, offering halal options and a casual place for people to hang out. Owner Zo Olabi called the third manifestation of the restaurant a fast-casual restaurant environment. Its original location was at a gas station...
YABA distributes scholarships at 46th annual dinner
September 11th, 20150 The Yemen American Benevolent Association (YABA) celebrated its 46 anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 5, by awarding scholarships to college students at its annual dinner. Community activists and elected officials attended the event at the Bint Jebail Cultural Center. Activist Hanan Yehya emceed the gala, introducing several speakers who......
Border Patrol frequently seizes international travelers’ money
September 11th, 20150 TSA agents check a passenger's bags, Secaucus, New Jersey Jan. 31, 2014.DETROIT - Border Patrol agents often seize large sums of money from individuals and families who are penalized for failing to declare the amount of cash they’re carrying when traveling outside of the United States. When traveling outside the U.S., people...
Sterling Heights rejects mosque proposal amid escalating tensions
September 11th, 20150 Hundreds of residents gathered outside of Sterling Heights to protest the mosque.STERLING HEIGHTS — The City Planning Commission voted unanimously to reject a proposed mosque on 15 Mile Road on Thursday, September 10, as hundreds of residents packed inside and outside of City Hall in opposition to the center. The proposal...Bishop on leave, under investigation for sexual misconduct
DEARBORN HEIGHTS — An Orthodox bishop has been placed on leave after allegations of sexual misconduct. Dearborn Heights Archbishop Nathaniel Popp announced on Tuesday that his auxiliary bishop the Right Rev Irineu Duvlea, is under investigation. In a statement, Popp said Duvlea, 53, is presumed innocent but will remain on leave and...
Local imam meets American citizen in Iranian prison
September 10th, 20150 Amir HekmatiDEARBORN HEIGHTS – Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi, the spiritual leader of the Islamic House of Wisdom, visited imprisoned American veteran Amir Hekmati in Tehran last month and lobbied Iranian officials to release him. Hekmati, 32, a former U.S. marine from Flint, is one of four Americans detained in Iran. He was arrested......
Snyder leads investment mission to Japan, Germany
September 10th, 20150 LANSING – Gov. Rick Snyder is leading an investment mission to Japan and Germany to strengthen trade relationships between Michigan and the two nations. Snyder aims to attract business investments that will create jobs and expand markets for Michigan-made goods.Snyder will meet with government and business leaders in both...
Local man raises $10,000 for Syria’s refugees
September 9th, 20150 A graffiti depicting the drowned Syrian toddler Aylan Kurdi in Sorocaba, BrazilDETROIT – The photo of Aylan Kurdi's lifeless body on the shores of Turkey last week has moved the community to wish that we could do something about the plight of the Syrian people. But a Detroit man actually started an initiative to help......
Sen. Peters to vote in favor of the Iran agreement
September 8th, 20150 Peters meets Arab American activists, Sept. 1WASHINGTON – Sen. Gary Peters announced on Tuesday that he will vote in favor of the Iran nuclear agreement. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was signed in Vienna in July between Iran, the United States and the other leading world powers in the P5+1. The deal decreases...
FBI names new top agent in Detroit
September 4th, 20150 David P. GeliosDETROIT — FBI director James B. Comey has named David P. Gelios as the special agent in charge of the Detroit division. Gelios, 53, started his FBI career in 1995. He has served in Kentucky, California, Connecticut, Alaska and Washington, D.C., mostly focusing on combating crime. The new special agent in charge, who......
