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Monthly Archives: October 2012

Fido Does Ferndale Thursday

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

The biggest dog party of the year is fast approaching! Rescues, services, merchandise, information, contests, first class entertainment, free storefront shopping spree and so much more! Bring your best friend downtown for a Furry Tail Evening on Thursday Oct 18th beginning at 5pm.

2012 Hilton Fall Festival (video)

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

Some people don’t like to play in the rain. But fortunately here in Ferndale there are plenty of folks with an adventurous spirit, and many of them came out for the Annual Hilton Fall Festival on Oct. 13, 2012 despite the weather.

Council Approves Backyard Fires

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

Before City Council voted to approve allowing backyard fire pits in Ferndale, they did their research and considered a variety of opinions. Fire Chief Kevin Sullivan worked with City Attorney Dan Christ to draft an ordinance that addressed potential concerns and set up regulations, which was approved on Oct. 8, 2012.

Detroit Aerial Photos (video)

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

We’ve already brought you the aerial photography from Ferndale and from Royal Oak. Now here are the ones from Detroit. Click on the thumbnails to view the entire image.

Step On Bus Tour Experiences Magic (video)

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

Tucked away on the third floor of the Community Arts Building is a business that helps people get out and explore their world. Step on Tours is a charter bus tour company that focuses on offering a variety of interesting bus trips in Michigan and beyond.

Coach Fired After Texting 16 Year Old, Calling her “Sexy Girl”

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

Ferndale Schools spokesperson Stephanie Hall said in an emailed statement “The Ferndale High School girls’ basketball coach was fired this week after a player and her parent met with the principal and reported receipt of inappropriate texts from him over the weekend.

Nov. 6 Voting Information

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012 is an election day, and voters in Ferndale have several races and ballot proposals to cast their votes on.

Canine to Five to Open Second Location in Ferndale

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

“We are going to open Canine to Five Ferndale with our core serve, daycare, first, but plan to expand our operations to include boarding and grooming in the next year or so.”

DIY 2012 (video)

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 15, 2012

The DIY also had three nights worth of concerts with local bands on two stages, performances by Theatre Bizarre, a Ferris Wheel, a charity dunk tank, two beer tents, and a multitude of local artists, crafters, and other small businesses represented.

Fall Family Fun at an Affordable Price! Fall Festival Oct 13

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 11, 2012

It’s time for hayrides, apple cider and lots and lots of fun for the whole family! The Hilton Fall Festival Committee, which is comprised of the Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce and Ferndale Recreation Department, is hard at work preparing for the event of the season which will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

City to Host Training for National Feral Cat Day Oct 13

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 11, 2012

Take advantage of this free training provided by the City and All About Animals clinic. Learn all about free-roaming, outdoor cats and how to manage them and their colony. Training will include trapping, feeding, sterilization, winter sheltering, working with neighbors, and more.

Mom Stands Up for Son’s Fashion Choice

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 11, 2012

Fellow students did not dole out the social pressure and belittling, rather it came from Coolidge Intermediate Principal Eric Bruner, who claimed it was against school policy. Bruner informed Kennedy’s mother, Sheri, that the fourth grade boy would be sent home and not allowed to return to school unless he removed his earring.

For County Exec: Kevin Howley

UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 1, 2012

Name: Kevin Howley

Political Party: Democrat

Website(s): www.HowleyforExecutive.com

Occupation: business executive

Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson

UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 1, 2012

Name: L. Brooks Patterson

Political Party: Republican

Website(s): www.LBrooksPatterson.com, Twitter: @brookspatterson,

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