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Last week's unseasonably warm weather - on Friday it hit 50 degrees Fahrenheit - brought out golf diehards across the region, including those in Lake Orion. The parking lot at Bald Mountain Golf Course on Kern Road had at least 25 cars and plenty of enthusiastic players on the course enjoying an unexpected round of golf....more >> |
By Joe St. Henry Review Editor It has been four months since the Orion Township Board of Trustees decided to pursue a second legal opinion on the community's ability to fight the Eagle Valley landfill expansion....more >> |
By Joe St. Henry Review Editor Recruiting new businesses and finding places for their customers to park. If Suzanne Perreault, executive director of the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), has her way these will be the two overarching objectives that drive the budgeting process just getting started for the next fiscal year, July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013....more >> |
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Students and staff at Eagle Creek Academy recently enjoyed three days of visits with the SCIENCE ALIVE! Program. The event is an annual tradition at the school. In fact, it is one of the most popular activities of the school year....more >> |
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By Joe St. Henry Review Editor It did not take long forTom Tobe to feel at home as Lake Orion's interim high school principal. Most of the staffworked with him during the first half of the 2009-10 school year, when he held the same position while the district looked for a permanent principal....more >> |
By C.J. Carnacchio Oxford Leader Editor Traditionally, this is the time of year when people start putting up their brand new calendars featuring everything from cute puppies and adorable kittens to sleek sports cars and exotic bikini-clad models....more >> |
By Olivia Shumaker Special Writer for The Review This year's Thespian Festival at Saginaw Valley State University was a chance to compete for some, a learning experience for many and, for 29 members of Lake Orion High School's Thespian troupe, an enormous success....more >> |
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Lake Orion Police assisted Oxford Police Jan. 8 with the apprehension of allegedly intoxicated off-duty Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Michael G. Daves. Daves was a 20-year veteran of the Pontiac Police Department prior to it dissolving last year....more >> |
News BriefsCoffee hour At 9 a.m., Jan. 27, The Citizen newspaper staff hosts a coffee hour at The Citizen office, 12 South St. Come join us for treats and conversation. Donations for the Ortonville Community Emergency Fund are accepted....more >> |
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NewsLane Car Company has grown. Owners Jim Lane and Jon Burklow will open a new facility later this month at 110 Ortonville Road, the former home of Simms Chevrolet. The 50,000 square-foot facility on about 10 acres will include six bays for full service repair, instant oil change and a complete body shop....more >> |
NewsGoodrich.-By a 5-0 vote on Monday night, the village council accepted an audit report from Lewis & Knopf for the year ending June 30, 2011. Steve Kidd, CPA for Lewis & Knopf delivered the report to the council....more >> |
NewsGoodrich-The village council voted 5-0 on Monday night for the continuation and renewal of a Michigan Department of Natural Resources permit to spray the mill pond with chemicals for excessive weed growth; however, they did not order the application....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- Dogs, horses, and deer trapped in ice-covered lakes and ponds in the township have prompted calls to the fire department in the past. Jan. 4, however, was the first time Fire Chief Dave Kwapis had ever been summoned to rescue a swan....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- It's all about perception. When it comes to speed limits, 1st Lt. Thad Peterson, Michigan State Police traffic services commander, said that a 25 mph speed limit on gravel roads leads residents to believe they are safer, when in actuality they are not, nor are drivers obeying that speed....more >> |
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NewsIt's just six basketball games. However, for a team of 12 Brandon Alternative High School students known as the Bullfrogs, a few hours each week on the hardwood has sparked some added interest in education, teamwork and lots of fun....more >> |
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NewsGroveland Twp.- Brigitte Todd knows that lost time is lost money. Lost keys, lost documents, and general clutter causes stress. A common New Year's resolution is to get organized and not coincidentally, January is National Get Organized Month....more >> |
NewsGoodrich- A pair of abandoned village structures are getting some attention. The village council instructed Village Attorney Mike Gildner to resolve issues with the owners of the Goodrich House Apartments near the corner of Hegel and Clarence streets and an abandoned home near Hegel and M-15 following the Dec....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- The library is open only five days a week effective this month. If township residents approved a millage proposal this year, hours of service would likely be restored....more >> |
Orion Township Public Library is hosting its first "Gently Used Books Sale" of 2012 on Jan. 18-21. The event, hosted by The Friends of the Library, actually kicks off with a special preview sale for members on Tuesday, Jan....more >> |
Orion Township Public Library is hosting its first "Gently Used Books Sale" of 2012 on Jan. 18-21. The event, hosted by The Friends of the Library, actually kicks off with a special preview sale for members on Tuesday, Jan....more >> |
The Lake Orion girls' varsity basketball team is hosting its annual Coaches vs. Cancer game on Monday, Jan. 16, when the Lady Dragons host Brandon at 7 p.m. Coach Steve Roberts hopes to have a large crowd on hand for the game to recognize a number of Lake Orion teachers and other community members who have died from and/or survived the disease....more >> |
The body of a missing Orion Township man, Michael James Henry, 57, was found after three days in a field behind the Boys and Girls Club on Waldon Road. Oakland County Sheriff's Deputies, aided by tracking dogs and an aviation unit, found Henry who apparently was exercising his dogs at the time of his disappearance....more >> |
NewsCoaches vs. Cancer The Goodrich boys basketball team will host a "Coaches Vs. Cancer" auction at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 11 at the Goodrich Country Club, 10080 Hegel Road. Warm-up shirts are being auctioned to be worn at the Coaches Vs....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- A fight involving several females all related to each other started with alleged inappropriate behavior by a teenager on Christmas, and three days later, escalated to profanities, a slap, minor injuries to multiple parties and a drawn gun....more >> |
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NewsBill Snyder is a marathon man. With 24 Boston Marathons and countless other road races on his resume, at 68-years-old Snyder has endured the rigorous 26.2 miles for many years. While his stellar athletic accomplishments are remarkable—his longevity and contributions in the classroom are just as notable....more >> |
NewsThe New Year is a week-old, but so far, no baby. The Citizen newspaper is still seeking the first baby born in our readership area after midnight Jan. 1, 2012. The bundle of joy, along with the family, will receive a host of gifts in a basket compliments of The Citizen with many great gifts from our generous contest sponsors: T....more >> |
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NewsEditor's Note: The Citizen concludes the 2011 Year in Review. Last week covered January through May. June Relay for Life of Brandon/Ortonville Ortonville- Thirty-six teams. Ninety-five survivors....more >> |
NewsBy Kelly Baum Staff Writer Come share a Valentine with your family at the Valentine Family Dance. Brandon Township Parks and Recreation will host their very first Valentine Family Dance from 6-8 p....more >> |
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NewsGoodrich- Flags may soon be flying in the village once again. By June 14, Flag Day, local scout Hunter Hansz hopes to not only have new flagpoles up in front of the village offices, but hopefully spark some patriotism in the community....more >> |
NewsLawmakers propose bill that would let communities decide limitsLocal governments may soon have the ability to lower speed limits on gravel roads. At 7 p.m., Jan., 10, State Sen. Dave Robertson (R-Grand Blanc Township) and State Rep. Brad Jacobsen (R-Oxford) will host a town hall meeting at the Brandon Middle School, 609 S....more >> |
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Front pageAlex Byrd reads to a registered therapy dog during Independence Township Library's R.E.A.D. to Paws program, Saturday. Yellow labs Deacon and Skipper and other pooches provide a comforting presence to young readers in the once-a-month program....more >> |
NewsSchool district asking
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technology, buildingVoters will decide in May if the school district can borrow $20 million, adding onto a current bonded debt of $138 million. Clarkston School Board voted 4-3, Jan. 9, to approve the special election....more >> |
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Cory Johnston has a New Year's resolution – to dissolve his hometown of Clarkston. The former city councilman wants to know who's with him. "I want to find out if the people of the City of the Village of Clarkston really want to pay 64 percent more in local taxes than our friends and neighbors in Independence Township when most of our government funded services come from the township," Johnston said....more >> |
After almost of year of time, thousands of tax dollars spent for two investigations by the Oakland County Sheriff's Department, nothing has changed with Independence Township's "missing tractor" case....more >> |
Independence Township received a letter from their insurance carrier, Mutal of Omaha, on Jan. 6 stating Supervisor Dave Wagner's disability has been extended. "The letter was pretty simple....more >> |
Clarkston Village Players present the comedy "Drinking Along," weekends, January 20-21, 27-29, and Feb. 3-4, Depot Theater, 4861 White Lake Road. Tickets are $13, Friday and Saturday; $11, Sunday....more >> |
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MillstreamKatie Carnacchi, 11, gave the gift of confidence and care for Christmas, donating 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love. "She only knows long hair and wears a permanent ponytail," said Mary Carnacchi, her mother....more >> |
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Shooting StarsDogs are a reader's best friend at the Independence Township Library's R.E.A.D. to Paws program. Volunteers bring their Reading Education Assistance Dogs to the library about every month....more >> |
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Clarkston High School Varsity Dance Team performs at Friday's basketball game....more >> |
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Clarkston fans try to direct a North Farmington player's free throw away from the basket, at the Jan....more >> |
News BriefsClarkston Retailers Group hosts a strolling cocktail party downtown, 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 21. Eighteen Main Street retailers will provide free snacks, drinks, and entertainment, while collecting donations for O....more >> |
Wild Ones, North Oakland Chapter, hosts Biodiversity Live, 7:30-9 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1, at St. Daniel Church Cushing Center, 7010 Valley Park Drive. Presenters with the Organization for Bat Conservation will discuss how plants and animals are connected, balance of natural ecosystems, human impact on biodiversity, and how to protect wildlife....more >> |
The Wint Nature Center in Independence Oaks County Park is open for walk-in visits, Wednesday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The nature center is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Advance reservations programs including group programs, field trips, birthday parties, etc....more >> |
Clarkston United Methodist Church hosts The Saline Fiddlers in concert, 3 p.m., Jan. 22. The group of young performers present an energetic, polished stage show including music, song and dance from the traditions of Folk Fiddle, Bluegrass, Jazz, Western Swing and Celtic music....more >> |
Peeking In The Past15 years ago - 1997 "High school seeks more police help" The Clarkston Board of Education voted to increase the time of the district's only police liasion and agreed to request to hire a second officer to conduct more classes in the Drug Abuse Resistance Education program....more >> |
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Front pageWith so many coaches out there under scrutiny these days for cheating, violating rules and covering up criminal acts, it's nice to know there are coaches who still embody and extol the virtues of integrity, hard work and sacrifice....more >> |
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Front pageWhether Addison Township residents are for or against it, one thing is for sure – it's inevitable that hunting will be allowed at Watershed Preserve Park because of an agreement the local government signed with the state about 15 years ago....more >> |
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NewsLake Orion Police assisted Oxford Village Police Jan. 8 with the apprehension of allegedly intoxicated off-duty Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Michael Glenn Daves. When Daves, who resides in Oxford, was arrested, his blood-alcohol content ranged from ....more >> |
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Oakland County Sheriff's deputies had to talk a man out of ending his life following an alleged domestic assault Jan. 8. At approximately 11:33 a.m., Oakland County Sheriff's deputies from Oxford Township responded to a report of domestic assault with injury in the 500 block of Worthington inside the Parkhurst Estates mobile home community....more >> |
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The world of auto racing has seen very few female drivers make a significant impact on the sport. Even with the recent success of Indy Racing League/NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, the sport has mostly been dominated by male drivers going full throttle and racing for all the glory....more >> |
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NewsPracticing law is not an easy profession anywhere in the world, but imagine doing it in a remote, war-torn country like Afghanistan. That's exactly what U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrea Hunwick's been doing since the end of October....more >> |
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