Belleville hires new DPS Director, workers to revamp department
Anthony Bollini was hired as the new Director of Public Services for the city of Belleville at Monday’s regular meeting of the Belleville City Council. He was the water inspector[…]
State Representative Reggie Miller seeks re-election in 31st district
On April 16, State Representative Reggie Miller of Van Buren Township announced her candidacy for re-election in the 31st state house district covering the communities of Van Buren Township, City[…]
Yankee Air Museum changes name to Michigan Flight Museum
The Yankee Air Museum has changed its name to the Michigan Flight Museum & Air Adventures. “We’re thrilled to publicly share our brand refresh, as we feel it better reflects[…]
Belleville Rotary Club Cozadd Foundation presents check to Garden Club
The Charles B. Cozadd Rotary Foundation presented a $6,250 grant to the Belleville Area Garden Club on May 4. Present were foundation board members John Juriga and Judge Lisa Martin,[…]
Rena Xuereb publishes new book ‘Courage of a Maltese Immigrant’
Rena Xuereb, who lives in the city of Belleville and has served in the city offices as an employee, announces she has published her new book, “Courage of a Maltese[…]
Belleville Bombers celebrate win in FAAST Pink Classic tourney
The Belleville Bombers 13U baseball team recently celebrated its first championship win at the FAAST Pink Classic on May 12 at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. The Bombers competed Saturday,[…]
Sumpter Police send alert on auto thefts in 49000 block of Willis
Over two days last week, two vehicles were stolen from separate driveways in the 49000 block of Willis Road overnight. Sumpter Police sent out an alert on Friday: “We have[…]
Editorial: BHS Seniors invite public to come see their party clothes
At the May 13 regular meeting of the Van Buren Public Schools Board of Education, a graduating Belleville High School senior invited everyone to come see those going to the[…]
Rick Dawson, Pete Pitzen are co-grand marshals for parade
Rick Dawson will drive his red Mustang convertible with Pete Pitzen, riding in the rear as the two co-grand marshals lead off the Belleville Central Business Community’s first Memorial Day[…]
VBT OKs going to court to take properties by eminent domain
Going to court to take 10 properties by eminent domain was approved unanimously by the Van Buren Township Board of Trustees at its regular meeting on May 7. Downtown Development[…]
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