Tenant Found Dead in Closet of Pontiac Home (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, June 17, 2015) INCIDENT: 14:56 hrs. – June 15, 2015 – City of Pontiac – Death Investigation / OCSO Forensic Lab Assist #15-92307. SUMMARY: The home owner was in the process of executing an eviction at an address in the 300 block of…
Disturbing Findings in Ferndale Housing Commission’s HUD Report (Crystal A. Proxmire, orig. June 11, 2015, republished June 16, 2015) The mess left by the former Ferndale Housing Director and the Ferndale Housing Commission has become even more clear as a June 10 report by HUD shows several major problems, and imposes a list of corrective…
Cynthia Krencicki Named Ferndale Teacher of The Year (Suburban Collection Press Release, June 16, 2015) Cynthia Krencicki has been selected as Teacher of the Year for Ferndale Public Schools. Mrs. Krencicki, a 2nd Grade teacher at Roosevelt Primary School, was recognized for her excellence at a year-end awards ceremony today held at Ferndale High School.…
Sheriff’s Relations Team to Connect with Pontiac Community (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept. Press Release, June 16, 2015) Last week, in front of the Pontiac City Council, Sheriff Michael Bouchard and members of the newly formed Sheriff’s Relations Team (SRT) stood together to announce the Team’s formation, its structure, and its mission. Formed in early 2015,…
Ferndale Teen Finalist in Duck Tape Prom Dress Contest (C. Proxmire, June 15, 2015) Rebecca Phoenix found inspiration combining Vincent VanGogh’s “Starry Night”paintings and the magic of Duck Tape, and now she is in the running for a scholarship as part of the Duck Tape brand “Stuck at Prom” contest. She and friend Emily Bellaver…
Oak Park Man Sought in Questions Over Up North Assault Involving Firearm (Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Dept, June 15, 2015) Sheriff’s in Grand Traverse County have put out the following statement on Facebook to help find Josh Mcclellan: On June 14th at approx. 9pm, Deputies from the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office responded to a…
Sketch Released of Man Accused of Impersonating a Sheriff (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, June 14, 2015) A composite sketch of the suspect is attached regarding the police impersonator in Highland Township that occurred on June 5th. Thanks to the D/Sgt. Krebs of the Michigan State Police for the forensic drawing of the composite sketch of…
Candle Wick Shoppe Celebrates New Location (C. Proxmire, June 13, 2015) The first candle Jacki Smith created to sell turned out to be one that has served her well. She’d been inspired by seeing a field of bergamot that was lush and rich. “Bergamot helps calm fears,” Smith said. So she used that as part…
Hazel Park Police Get Donation for Positive Relations Program (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 6, 2015) In an era where there is tension between police and citizens, the community of Hazel Park is making a special effort to grow trust and respect. The Positive Relations Program is set up for youngsters to have items they can…
Cristina Sheppard-Decius: Moving On After 15 Years of Transforming Downtown Ferndale (Guest View by Cristina Sheppard-Decius, former Executive Director Downtown Ferndale, June 12, 2015) Cristina Sheppard-Decius recently left her position as Executive Director for the Ferndale DDA. This is her letter to the Ferndale community: I have had the privilege and honor to serve my…
Hazel Park Trunk Sale Aug 1st (event listing) City Wide Trunk Sale August 1st- Trunk sale will be held 8/1/2015 in the Viking Arena Parking Lot. The cost per space will be $10. Items may be sold out of your trunk or bring a table! (Tables will NOT be provided-you MUST bring your own table.)…
Commerce Township Approves Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facilities Ordinance (compiled, June 12, 2015) Westend, a news magazine serving NW Oakland County, reports the Commerce Township Board of Trustees voted to approve a zoning ordinance to regulate medical marijuana cultivation facilities. The unanimous vote happened June 9. Twelve or more pants in one building equals a “cultivation…
Disturbing Findings in Ferndale Housing Commission’s HUD Report (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 11, 2015) The mess left by the former Ferndale Housing Director and the Ferndale Housing Commission has become even more clear as a June 10 report by HUD shows several major problems, and imposes a list of corrective actions expected to cost the…
The Rides are on For New Oak Park Slow Roll Riders Group (Adapted from Oak Park Slow Roll Riders Press Release, Photos: Bill Berlin, June 11, 2015) A new group of bicycle riders has started a weekly ride in Oak Park. The group is called “Oak Park Slow Roll Riders”. Founded by Aaron Tobin, he…
Snyder Signs Bill Allowing Agencies to Deny Adoption for LGBT People, and Single Individuals (C. Proxmire, June 11, 2015) HB 4188, 4189 and 4190 have been signed into law by Governor Rick Snyder. The bills allow adoption agencies to refuse placing children in homes with LGBT parents, even if that agency receives state funding. According…
Berkley Doing Study to Help with New Logo Creation (Compiled, City of Berkley, June 11, 2015) Branding Study A historic project will be initiated in the City of Berkley as a branding study is launched later this month. The city’s current logo was crafted more than 75 years ago when Berkley High School students were…
Less Than 12 Hours Remain to Help Ferndale Qualify to Win a $100,000 Dog Park (compiled, June 10, 2015) The fifth annual PetSafe Bark for Your Park contest is reaching the end of the first round, and Ferndale has a good chance of reaching the finals supporters can rally enough votes in the final hours. Voting for the first…
Red Bull Promotes Crazy BMX Ride Through Silverdome (video) (C. Proxmire, June 9, 2015) Energy drink company Red Bull has made a video of a BMX rider taking a stunt-filled ride through the dilapidated Pontiac Silverdome. The sentimental video pays homage to the roar of the crowds and the sporting prowess exhibited in the stadium’s…
Wave of Investment Coming to Ferndale With Garden Fresh $231 Million Sale (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 9, 2015) After months of negotiations a deal has finally been reached for Campbell’s to purchase Ferndale-based Garden Fresh Salsa for $231 Million and a solid commitment to stay and grow in the Ferndale Community. Jack Aronson signed the…
Fire Extinguished at T & W Tool in Oak Park on Monday (C. Proxmire & Jaw Dropping Photography, June 9, 2015) The pretty blue sky over Oak Park filled with dark gray smoke Monday afternoon when a fire at T & W Tool in Oak Park. At around 2pm Oak Park Public Safety arrived to…