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    Ex-Detroit cop among 3 accused of mortgage fraud 9/6/2008, 1:40 p.m. EDT

    Kilpatrick may get extended stay in Manoogian 9/6/2008, 1:27 p.m. EDT

    Canadian Auto Workers elect new president 9/6/2008, 1:23 p.m. EDT

    Georgetown may open alcohol door

    by Cathy Runyon
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:51 PM

    Georgetown Township Trustee Stan Sterk said last week it's time the Georgetown Township board "quit sticking our heads in the sand" and open the door to serving liquor by the glass.

    Continue reading "Georgetown may open alcohol door" »

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    Camera purchase fills gap in fleet

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:49 PM

    The Georgetown Township Fire Department will purchase two more thermal imaging cameras at a total cost of $16,460, money that is part of the 2008 budget.

    Continue reading "Camera purchase fills gap in fleet" »

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    Board calls for ideas to fix 12th Avenue

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:48 PM

    More residents of 12th Avenue in Georgetown Township have echoed complaints first lodged by Jim Poelman about drainage problems on their street, which they say are the result of sewer installation and subsequent repaving.

    Continue reading "Board calls for ideas to fix 12th Avenue" »

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    Zeeland approves bids for road work

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:47 PM

    The Zeeland City Council recently approved two bids totaling $257,600 for roadwork on four streets.

    Continue reading "Zeeland approves bids for road work" »

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    LETTER: Voters have spoken in Georgetown

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:44 PM

    Ms. Catherine Barry questioned in the Aug. 19 Grand Valley Advance (Letters to the Editor) "Where Were All The Voters?" on Aug. 5. In response to Ms. Barry's mean-spirited and accusatory letter, I want to put forth what are the facts, from my perspective.

    Continue reading "LETTER: Voters have spoken in Georgetown" »

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    LETTER: Where's the tax decrease?

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:43 PM

    I DID vote on Tuesday, Aug. 5.

    I was amused by Catherine Barry's Letter to the Editor (Aug. 19 Grand Valley Advance), namely: "Where were the people who have enjoyed the 11-percent tax DECREASE in the past FOUR years that Supervisor (Bill) Holland has been in office?"

    Continue reading "LETTER: Where's the tax decrease?" »

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    LETTER: Looking forward to change in Georgetown

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:39 PM

    I am one of the 6,000-plus voters who voted in Georgetown Township's recent election. I do not agree with Mr. Holland's assessment of the reason so few voted. The idea of a possible change to a manager form of government was made very clear to voters, which suggests that those who stayed home simply didn't care one way or the other. It is obvious that most who did vote were not satisfied with the status quo. I disagree with Bill Holland, who thinks we don't have issues at the local level.

    Continue reading "LETTER: Looking forward to change in Georgetown" »

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    LETTER: Using federal funds for traffic lights is a stretch

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:36 PM

    Why are our federal tax dollars being spent on new traffic lights in Georgetown Township? The Ottawa County Road Commission received a federal grant from our Congress to put up new walk lights! This is certainly outside of the U.S. Constitution's definition of our federal government's responsibility.

    Continue reading "LETTER: Using federal funds for traffic lights is a stretch" »

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    Back to school special

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:34 PM

    The Allendale community came together for the annual Back to School festival and Community Night Out Wednesday. Elijah Friebel , 6, picks a book from the back-to-school table from volunteer Amy Millard.

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    Resident asks for more bike lane options in Grandville

    by Joanne Morris
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:29 PM

    Steve Kauffman bicycles along busy Ivanrest Avenue in Grandville.
    Due to the rising cost of gasoline, retired Grandville resident Steve Kauffman has been riding his bike more lately - to the store, the park, almost anywhere he needs to go. Continue reading "Resident asks for more bike lane options in Grandville" »

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    Blendon voters to again decide on road millage

    by Kristin Dykema
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:26 PM

    Spurred by a request from a group of residents, a millage renewal for road improvements will again go before Blendon Township voters.

    Continue reading "Blendon voters to again decide on road millage" »

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    Volunteer smashes stereotype of techno-illiterate senior citizen

    by Cathy Runyon
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:16 PM

    Bob Townsend embodies the concept of lifelong learning, and is happy to share his knowledge with others.
    He's heard the words - "geek," "nerd," and "techie," but Bob Townsend doesn't mind the labels. The important thing to this retired educator and book salesman is that he makes a positive contribution to the community by sharing the information he has gleaned in over 50 years of studying technology. Continue reading "Volunteer smashes stereotype of techno-illiterate senior citizen" »

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    Zeeland Public Schools, fired teacher reach deal

    by Kristin Dykema
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:09 PM

    Timothy Oonk
    Zeeland Public Schools recently reached a settlement with a former choir teacher who had appealed his termination for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student. Continue reading "Zeeland Public Schools, fired teacher reach deal" »

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    City Clean Water Plant to undergo $3.6M renovation

    by Kristin Dykema
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 12:02 PM

    City of Zeeland officials are planning $3.6 million in improvements to the Clean Water Plant.

    The renovations include replacing grinders for grinding sticks, stones, plastic, and other material that would ruin pipes at the facility along with new sludge storage tanks, a new forcemain line for transporting treated water, a new nonportable water system, building repairs, security improvements, and paving. The plant is located at 144 E. Lincoln Ave.

    Continue reading "City Clean Water Plant to undergo $3.6M renovation" »

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    Georgetown expects to get less, spend less in 2008-09

    by Cathy Runyon
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 11:59 AM

    Georgetown Township's proposed 2008-2009 fiscal year budget will be presented for a public hearing at the Township Board meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8.

    Continue reading "Georgetown expects to get less, spend less in 2008-09" »

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    Grandville unveils plans for senior center, library expansion

    by Joanne Morris
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 11:52 AM

    The 8,375-square-foot addition on to the Grandville library would provide room for a drive-through book drop, larger book shelving and meeting areas, a new reading room, and more office space.
    A feasibility study has produced plans for expanding Grandville's library and senior center, but costs may prevent the plans from being enacted anytime soon.

    "Our funding sources are limited," said Grandville City Manager Ken Krombeen.

    Continue reading "Grandville unveils plans for senior center, library expansion" »

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    Feeding time

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 11:46 AM

    Tommy Farnum, 3, of Zeeland, feeds the ducks last week at Huizenga Park, located south of Business Route 196 in the city of Zeeland.

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    Soccer practice

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 11:41 AM

    Joelle Schrotenboer, 9, practices her soccer skills with coach Amanda Barton during practice last week as a part of a Zeeland Recreation Department program.

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    Business owners want liquor license for Grandville sports bar

    by Joanne Morris
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 11:40 AM

    The previous co-owner of the E-3 restaurant on 28th Street in Grandville has asked for a liquor license for his new business, Tailgater's Sports Bar.

    Kentwood resident Frank Russo said he and his business partner, Michael Vodry, are asking Grandville to approve the transfer of a Class C liquor license to the sports bar.

    Continue reading "Business owners want liquor license for Grandville sports bar" »

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    Zeeland Township OKs fire station renovations

    by Kristin Dykema
    Tuesday September 02, 2008, 11:33 AM

    The Zeeland Township Board recently approved spending $43,933 to renovate Fire Station No. 2.

    The project will include cement floor repairs because of a drainage issue. The station is located at 4428 72nd Ave.

    Continue reading "Zeeland Township OKs fire station renovations" »

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    Little League president facing theft charges

    by Jeffrey Cunningham
    Tuesday August 26, 2008, 12:31 PM

    The former president of the Allendale Township Youth Athletic Association is facing charges that he embezzled thousands of dollars from the organization, which organizes Little League baseball for township residents.

    Continue reading "Little League president facing theft charges" »

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    Hudsonville sets parking ticket fines

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday August 26, 2008, 12:10 PM

    Parking illegally in a handicap zone in Hudsonville could now cost the violator $100. Parking in a fire lane or too close to a hydrant could cost $25.

    Continue reading "Hudsonville sets parking ticket fines" »

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    No alcohol vote in Zeeland Township

    by Advance Newspapers
    Tuesday August 26, 2008, 12:09 PM

    Zeeland Township will stay dry.

    The deadline for a petition requesting the township lift its alcohol ban has passed and no documents were turned in, Supervisor Glenn Nykamp said recently. The petition, which required 1,200 signatures, would have put the issue before township voters in November.

    Continue reading "No alcohol vote in Zeeland Township" »

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