By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 17, 2012
As L.C. Clark read off the names of the 119 fallen police officers, the crowd stood silent.
Despite the risks, despite the odd and often long hours, Kansas City Police Department officers continue to serve, said KCPD Chief Darryl Forté.
During the May 17 KCPD Memorial Service, Forté reminded attendees of the sacrifices police officers make every day to protect the public. They are more likely to be criticized than praised, but still they serve, he said.
Fortunately, for the last 11 years an officer hasn’t died in the line of duty, he said. But for those who gave their lives while serving the public, they will not be forgotten, he said.
Northeast News
May 17, 2012
Phoenix Family Housing considers Ella Houston one of Kansas City’s unsung heroes.
Houston has worked extensively with Nowlin Hall in Northeast by volunteering for the food pantry and organizing the Nowlin Hall’s Spirit of Hope Choir, among other activities.
In addition, she’s helped out with the Women of Worship
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 16, 2011
Two Hispanic males robbed a Northeast hair and nail salon at gunpoint at 2:34 p.m. today.
Across the street, children from Holy Cross Catholic School were playing on the playground.
“This is a rare, spontaneous type of deal,” said Kansas City Police Department Sgt. Chris Price.
Although hair
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 16, 2012
Twenty local bands rocked the stage during the VFW Hero Fest, a three-day event held to honor veterans. Held May 11-13 at the VFW Post 9997, 6801 Wilson Rd., the Hero Fest also included special speakers from Tempered Steel and the Wounded Warrior Project, who
Greater Kansas City’s fire fighters union and the City of Kansas City reached an agreement May 10, but it wasn’t without
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 14, 2012
Neighborhood organizations will now have another tool for enhancing the neighborhood.
The City of Kansas City recently launched the reBUILD/KC Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program to help neighborhood organizations implement projects like neighborhood clean-ups, community gardens, youth development programs and more.
“This is the first time ever to my
Northeast News
May 11, 2012
For a family-friendly event, check out the Family Walk and Bike Ride from 10 a.m. to noon this Saturday. The event will begin at the Spirit of Freedom Fountain, near the intersection of Cleveland Avenue and Emanuel Cleaver II Boulevard.
Residents who attend this free event can enjoy
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 11, 2012
Northeast News
April 25, 2012
Jackson County prosecutors have filed second degree murder and armed criminal action charges against 29-year-old James Rhymer for the April 19 shooting of James Conklin of Kansas City.
According to court documents, Conklin was in the basement of a residence at 405 N. Wheeling speaking with his ex-girlfriend. Rhymer
Dan Frueh didn’t realize how much talent lied within the boundaries of the Columbus
Northeast News
May 9, 2012
Kansas City Police Department is asking for your help in identifying two males connected to an aggravated assault.
The aggravated assault occurred on May 3 at approximately 9 p.m. at a Northeast 7-11, 1701 Independence Ave.
Surveillance video
Kansas City’s Chihuahua Parade didn’t break the Guinness Book world record. But, organizers have
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
May 9, 2012
Twenty local bands have joined forces for the three-day VFW Hero Fest and it all begins right here in Northeast.
Les Phillips, VFW Post 9997 member and co-owner of Blackhorse Revival Association Group LLC, planned to feature only three local bands. But, when Phillips contacted Paul
May 9, 2012
Twelve-year-old Aldair Cabrera eyes the prize wheel during the April 26 opening celebration of Mattie Rhodes’ La Chalupa Farmers Market, 148 N. Topping Ave. In addition to offering live entertainment and healthy snacks, Mattie Rhodes
Following months of opposition and tabling, the city’s proposed truancy ordinance finally passed during the May 3 City of Kansas
Northeast News
May 7, 2012
If you’ve been saving personal documents you need to shred, check out the June 9 community shred event in the parking lot of the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5115 Oak St.
The event is sponsored by the Greater Kansas City Crime Stoppers TIPS Hotline, Shred-It and UMKC Police
Northeast News
May 4, 2012
Thanks to the generosity of Waddell & Reed, the National World War I Museum will be open free to the public on Monday, May 7, in commemoration of the company’s 75th anniversary and National Military Appreciation Month.
Both Waddell & Reed and the museum partnered together to transform an 18-wheel “big rig” truck
Northeast News
May 4, 2012
This weekend, it’s all about Harleys and hot rods.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the American Street Rod Association (ASRA), the ASRA is hosting Cruisin’ KC, a street rod show. Founded in 1972, the ASRA is an organization of “street rodders” and hot rod enthusiasts dedicated to
Northeast News
May 3, 2012
With spring in full swing, the City of Kansas City, Mo., will once again make its Paint Program available to homeowners. Last year, the Paint Program provided free
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
March 28, 2012
Pssst. Check out our video of the soccer players in action at http://youtu.be/b6aceBTrsZY
Northeast News
March 6, 2012
Due to the Phillips 66 Big 12 Basketball Championships this week in Kansas City, there will be several road closures near the Sprint Center.
The Big 12 will be held March 7-10 and during this time, Truman Road will have two closed lanes from Oak Street to Grand
Northeast News
February 29, 2012
After winning their first Interscholastic League championship in five seasons, the Northeast High School varsity boys’ basketball team set their sights on claiming the Class 4 District 14 championship. However,
Northeast News
February 21, 2012
After winning their first Interscholastic League championship in five seasons, the Northeast High School varsity boys’ basketball team will now set their sights on claiming the Class 4 District 14 championship.
The Viking boys, with a 19-4 record, will play Lincoln Prep in the district semifinals at 5:30 p.m. on
By Michael Bushnell
Northeast News
November 11, 2011
The Northeast Vikings Boys Soccer team’s season came to a close on a cold, rainy Tuesday night when they fell 3-1 to Oak Grove in the first round of the Class 2-A playoffs.
Head soccer coach Jim Conaway said that despite several goal scoring opportunities, the
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
November 9, 2011
Northeast High School boys soccer is continuing to dominate its opponents.
And
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
July 27, 2011
Central High School’s gymnasium bustled with activity July 19-22.
Some dribbled basketballs and soccer balls. Others whipped out their dance moves and outside, the boys put their
May 2, 2012
From the community clean-up to the Bike Safety Rodeo to the Chalk Walk festival, the weekend of April 28 was full of events. Pictured clockwise from top left: Several artists recreate a Mary Blair illustration;
Northeast News
April 3, 2012
Kansas City Public Schools’ Interim Superintendent Dr. Stephen Green no longer holds an interim title. During a Monday press conference, KCPS officials announced that the board of education unanimously voted to hire Green as the official superintendent of schools.
Green signed a two-year contract, which pays $250,000 per
Northeast News
March 26, 2012
Desserts lined the tables at Scalabrini Hall March 19 as part of the annual Feast of St. Joseph’s Table, a centuries old Sicilian tradition in honor of St. Joseph.
In addition to Sicilian desserts, guests could also enjoy the free pasta Milanese dinner served inside the tent at
By Leslie Collins
Northeast News
March 23, 2012
Nearly 1,000 science fair projects filled the main level of Union Station March 22 for the 61st Greater Kansas City Science and Engineering Fair.
Fourth through 12th graders participated in the event, entering projects ranging
Northeast News
March 5, 2012
Area residents took advantage of the Kansas City Museum’s First Sunday Family Fun Day March 4.
Attendees learned about the early settlement of the Town of Kansas, now known as Kansas City, as well as the town’s first newspaper, the “Kansas City Ledger.”
Other activities included learning how people
