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Dearborn Heights Mayor Dan Paletko reads a story to Geer Park Elementary School students and school Principal Andrea Awada on March 17, 2011. “This is a time I look forward to every year,” Paletko said. “I always enjoy the opportunity to visit our local students and spend some quality time by reading to them and talking with them about a variety of topics — particularly when we can help promote the importance of reading and good study skills.” File Photo Ryan Dickey — For The Press & Guide Photo courtesy of City of Dearborn Heights File photo Sue Suchyta — F...

Dearborn Heights Mayor Daniel Paletko has died from COVID-19 complications, the city confirmed on  social media Tuesday night, calling his death “sudden.” Paletko was 70 years old. He had served as Dearborn Heights mayor since 2004, and also served in the Michigan State House of Representatives. Daniel Paletko Credit City of Dearborn Heights / via Facebook “We are all in shock over the tragic loss of our Mayor Dan Paletko,” the Dearborn Heights Police Department wrote on its Facebook page. “Mayor Dan Paletko was a tremendous asset to our community and a great leader for the city of...