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NewsBy Meg Peters Review Staff Writer For the past few weeks Lake Orion teachers have been warned the pink slips are coming. The initial target date was May 8 but a few days prior to the release, teachers were notified of a delay....more >> |
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Nature is their classroomEvery spring and every fall, like clockwork, Oxford Middle School's sixth-graders leave the confines of their classrooms to conduct some water quality tests in the great outdoors. However, this spring, instead of testing and monitoring the OMS retention pond, the students got to exercise their scientific skills on nearby Parker Lake....more >> |
By Meg Peters Review Staff Writer The Village of Lake Orion may be a future customer for police, fire and EMS dispatching services, which would mean the end of the village's dispatch center....more >> |
Oxford's full-time firefighters have a new union contract that includes an 8.5 percent pay raise over three years. The township board last week voted 5-2 to approve a contract with the Oxford Fire Fighters Union, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 4763....more >> |
NewsOlivia Shumaker Review Staff Writer As the school year comes to a close, summer camp season is rapidly upon us, and Lake Orion Community Enrichment has something for camp-goers and fun-lovers of all ages....more >> |
Representatives from Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR) began making the rounds in Oxford last week with their presentation regarding a proposed concept to turn the majority of a 1,200-acre gravel mining operation into a multi-use adventure park....more >> |
The Oxford Bank Corporation, the holding company for Oxford Bank, announced the termination of the merger with the Farmington Hills-based Level One Bank. The company's Board of Directors, after consultation with its legal counsel and financial advisor, terminated the Merger Agreement on May 14, 2013 Under the terms of the company's agreement with Level One, either party had a right to terminate the contract, without penalty, if the transaction was not closed before May 13, 2013....more >> |
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Norman J. Fredericks, Jr. worked hard, played hard and accomplished much during his time on this planet. Sadly, Norm, who owned and operated the Koenig Sand & Gravel mining operation in Oxford Township for many years, won't have the opportunity to continue enjoying the fruits of his labor as he passed away on Monday, May 6, 2013....more >> |
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Good kids doing good things. That's what Oxford-Addison Youth Assistance's (OAYA) annual Youth Recognition Ceremony is all about. This year was no exception as OAYA honored 46 young people (listed below) May 7 for their good deeds, compassionate acts, service to others, leadership roles and positive contributions to their classrooms, schools and community....more >> |
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"Never give up, never, never, never give up" was the famous quote by British Prime Minster Winston Churchill that helped give determination to Oxford High School Senior Ross Chapman to overcome his learning disability (LD)....more >> |
NewsOn May 13 Atlas Township resident David Conklin was appointed director of the Genesee District Library. He becomes the fifth director of the 19 branches, including the Goodrich Library....more >> |
The expansion of a condominium development in Oxford Township cleared its first hurdle last week. Planning commissioners voted 5-0 to recommend to the township board approval of the proposed completion of the Hills of Oxford condo community as a Planned Unit Development (PUD)....more >> |
Oxford Twp. is ready to engage in some economic development as the board of trustees last week voted 7-0 to approve a resolution that accepted joining Oakland County's One Stop Ready Program....more >> |
The Lake Orion Lions Club is hosting its 18th Annual Charity Golf Outing and Dinner on Saturday, June 1 at the Indianwood Golf and Country Club. Please see the ad on Page 19 for more information....more >> |
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The Northeast Oakland Historical Society (NEOHS) is hoping to transport folks back in time with a special guest speaker at its annual spring meeting set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at the Oxford Public Library....more >> |
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The Oxford Women's Club gave away $10,000 in scholarship money to eight seniors at on May 8 at the American Legion Hall Post 108 off E. Drahner Road. "To say the scholarship committee did an outstanding job would not be sayingenough," said Club President Nancy Wray....more >> |
"We have no way of getting out of it. This is just a formality." That's how Oxford Twp. Supervisor Bill Dunn summed up the municipality's May 8 approval of a contract with Oakland County through its Water Resources Commissioner (WRC)....more >> |
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There's only one thing better than taking a dog for a walk on a glorious spring day and that's doing it for a truly worthy cause that strives to make life better for man's best friend....more >> |
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NewsA late spring cold snap spares local growersMichigan weather is notoriously unpredictable. This has been glaringly evident in the past few weeks in this area as temperatures swung from the high 70s early in the month down to freezing in the early morning hours of May 13....more >> |
NewsOxford Bank will remain. Due to improved operating results for the first quarter of 2013 and delays in a proposed merger to the Farmington Hills-based Level One Bank, the company's board of directors, after consultation with its legal counsel and financial advisor, terminated the merger agreement on May 14....more >> |
NewsField conditions, organization draws concernBrandon Twp.- Jay Reynolds brought a lengthy list of complaints regarding recreation to the township board meeting May 6, including displeasure with uniforms, equipment, soccer fields, and overall disorganization in the department....more >> |
NewsNathan Woolley was in a boat on the Amazon River in 2008 when he saw two boys sitting on a cliff watching him leave Brazil. "I remember thinking, 'This isn't the end,'" said Woolley....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.-Long after T.J. Cilley's proposed Eagle Scout project is completed, it will continue to grow. Cilley, 18, a Brandon High School senior, recently completed a 20 feet-by-30 feet community garden behind Harvey Swanson Elementary School....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- The number of applications received by Consumers Energy for natural gas service has increased, leading the public utility to approve construction of gas mains on additional roads in the township....more >> |
CreekFest, planned for June 28, 29 and 30 in Ortonville, has expanded. Volunteers are needed to help with a host of new attractions. Brandon High School students are invited to participate in the 2013 CreekFest Essay Contest....more >> |
NewsEnbridge, the multi-billion dollar company that is replacing an oil petroleum pipeline that runs through both Brandon and Groveland townships, is offering affected municipalities environmental stewardship grants....more >> |
News Village of Goodrich construction to start in JuneGoodrich-In 2012 the village council, by a 4-0 vote, approved bonds to finance the cost of improvements to the Dutch Road Bridge over the Kearsley Creek and repairs to Erie Street....more >> |
NewsOrtonville Community Historical SocietyFrom 7 to 8 p.m., May 22, the Ortonville Community Historical Society will host the "Evolution of the Bicycle" at the Old Mill, 366 Mill St., Ortonville. Don Wilson, from the Flushing Area Historical Society, presents an hour-long historical discussion on bicycles between 1800 to 1930....more >> |
NewsGoodrich-A book used to study historical fiction—is now a little reality. Michelle LaRowe, a district teacher for the past 12 years who currently serves as an eighth grade literature instructor for about 90 students and three classes incorporated, "Stop the Sun," by author Gary Paulsen into her class work....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- Deputies here are being recognized with 16 awards for their exceptional work, particularly in two extraordinary cases in the township. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office recently released a list of 2013 OCSO Awards recipients, and officers from the Brandon substation were well-represented....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- A state-appointed fact finder has recommended that teachers in the district accept a 7.5 percent wage reduction for two years. Ralph Maccarone, appointed by the Michigan Employment Relations Committee as a neutral party to help in contract negotiations between the Brandon Education Association and school district, issued on May 5 an 18-page report culminating in his recommendation that the BEA accept the district's wage reduction proposal....more >> |
NewsIn 1914 the Bueche family first opened a small grocery store in Flushing, Mich. Over the next century the store went through several expansions and remodels with the continued focus on customer satisfaction along with providing high quality products....more >> |
NewsAtlas Twp.-On Tuesday, area voters approved 2.1 mills to fund police coverage for the community. The final tally was 576 yes to 382 no. About 16 percent of township voters turned out, less than anticipated, said Tere Onica, township clerk....more >> |
NewsGoodrich-On Tuesday morning engineers from WadeTrim, along with village council members, gathered for a study session regarding the village dam and mill pond. In the spring of 2012 the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality inspected the century-old village dam and required some significant repairs to the structure....more >> |
Ortonville- Bikers, start pedaling. A new rule that banned bicycles from the Village Skate Park, which opened for the 2013 season last month, as been changed. Village Manager John Lyons said after discussion with the insurance carrier regarding liability on BMX bikes in the park, located at the corner of Ball and Cedar streets in the village, they could be used....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.-At 6 p.m., May 15, Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash will have a town hall meeting at the Brandon Township Library, 304 South St., to focus on the impact of new state-issued oil and natural gas drilling leases in Oakland County....more >> |
Brandon Twp.- A proposed disc golf course here may take a detour for a change of scenery. During a May 6 meeting, the township board discussed the possible installation of a 9-hole disc golf course at the community park, 1414 N....more >> |
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When American Legion Post 63 Honor Guard steps off to start this year's Memorial Day parade, 10 a.m., May 27, it will be from a new location. The parade starts this year at Depot Park, instead of the Community Education building parking lot off Church Street....more >> |
Crews resurfacing Dixie Highway said work is running smoothly, and local businesses agree. Fred Ritter, owner of Clarkston Auto Wash, said so far the project has had little impact on his business....more >> |
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Flames raged and temperatures soared as phragmites burned off White Lake Road, May 9. The prescribed burn was part of a combined effort to fight the invasive plants, between Oakland Phragmites and Invasive Species Task Force (OPIS), City of the Village of Clarkston and Independence Township....more >> |
Richard Bisio was sworn in to serve on Clarkston City Council, May 13. "I am pleased to once again be serving the people of Clarkston," said Bisio, who previously served on council, 2010-2012....more >> |
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A lot's going on at Clarkston Independence District Library before Summer Reading starts in June. "This is an exciting time to come in – a whole new start," said Lawrence Marble, the new head of Adult Services....more >> |
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Peg Roth, at right, and Christina Calka of Clarkston Retailers Group present a check for $550 to Cory Johnston from the Clarkston Center for Performing Arts (CCPA) on May 9. The money was collected by several businesses during the Quatro de Mayo event, May 4....more >> |
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Katie Bowman-Coleman, owner of John Bowman Chevrolet in Clarkston, thanks Bowman staff, Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce members, and friends for a plaque dedicating the building to John Bowman, her father and founder of the dealership....more >> |
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If you want to have your own or go out in search of treasures—now is the season of garage sales. You can make some extra cash by gathering items you no longer need for your own sale....more >> |
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MillstreamFor local archeologists, a century-old outhouse is a gold mine of historical treasure. "People used to throw all kinds of things in there," said Richard Stamps, lead archeologist for the dig at the Ellis Farm on Dixie Highway in Springfield Township....more >> |
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Shooting StarsThe first emotion Springfield Plains Elementary fifth grade teacher Beth Rogers felt was shock when her name was announced. She stood up after Michael Page made the announcement at the Clarkston Foundation Teacher of the Year Awards Reception at Fountains, May 2....more >> |
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For Renaissance High School English Language Arts 9 class, a simple assignment on nuclear history led to a call to action to help people half a world away. "We owe them a lot," said student Andrew Sabo about the people of Bikini Atoll, still suffering the effects of U....more >> |
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Jeff and Olivia Steele met in Clarkston but now work around the world. "Sometimes it's really magical and exciting, and sometimes it's really difficult – we don't speak the language," said Olivia, who teaches Grade 1 International Baccalaureate at the American International School of Guangzhou in China....more >> |
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Smiles warmed up the day at Clintonwood Park during Kids Day in the Park, May 11. Hosted by Independence Township Parks and Recreation, the event was dedicated to Ryan Kennedy, a Clarkston resident who passed away last May just two days after his 10th birthday....more >> |
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Pine Knob Elementary students moved and danced around outside on May 1. All students from Kindergarten through fifth grade participated in the ACES (All Children Exercise Simultaneously) Day to promote a healthy active lifestyle....more >> |
News BriefsRelay for Life Cancer survivors, family, and friends gather for the 24-hour Relay For Life of Clarkston, 10 a.m., Saturday-Sunday, May 18-19, at Clarkston Junior High School, 6595 Waldon Road....more >> |
Peeking In The Past15 years ago - 1998 "Plane crashes near Pine Knob" A plane crashed just south of Clarkston Rd. near Pine Knob Music Theatre. Authorities said a tree reduced crash impact, may have saved the life of 60-year-old pilot Ronald Ginahi....more >> |
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| 1799: Honore de Balzac, French novelist (The Human Comedy, Lost Illusions). |
| 1806: John Stuart Mill, British philospher and economist. |
| 1818: William George Fargo, one of the founders of Wells, Fargo & Co. |
| 1882: Sigrid Undset, Norwegian novelist (Kristin Lavransdatter). |
| 1908: Jimmy Stewart, actor (It's a Wonderful Life, Mr Smith Goes to Washington). |
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| 1347: Cola di Rienzo takes the title of tribune in Rome. |
| 1520: Hernando Cortes defeats Spanish troops sent against him in Mexico. |
| 1674: John Sobieski becomes Poland's first king. |
| 1690: England passes the Act of Grace, forgiving followers of James II. |
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