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Monthly Archives: August 2020

Candidate Interviews ~  Nov. 3, 2020 Election

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 18, 2020

Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office voted on in Oakland County the opportunity to do a video interview. This is a huge undertaking, and we post new videos as we can right up until the election. So please check back often and be patient.

Leashes, Licenses, Hours Outside, and Even Chickens in Oak Park Ordinance Changes

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Oak Park, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 18, 2020

Cats, dogs, and even chickens got some love from the Oak Park City Council Monday as the body approved the first reading of a package of animal-related ordinances. 

Man with Red Hair, Black Truck Tries to Lure Child with Offer of Food

All Stories, PontiacBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 18, 2020

The suspect was last seen leaving the area in a black four door truck with a topper on the back.

Michigan Joins Lawsuit against US Postal Service 

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 18, 2020

“Americans rely on our Postal Service for prescription drugs, voting, Social Security checks and more.”

Royal Oak Blessings in a Backpack Seeking Donations Through Amazon Wish List

All Stories, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 17, 2020

Blessings in a Backpack has continued to feed Royal Oak School students through the pandemic and the need is always there because hunger never takes a break.

County-Wide Millage to Go on Nov. Ballot for Parks and Recreation

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 16, 2020

“For the first time in our 54-year existence, we’re asking for an increase so we can provide more high quality parks, programs and services to the citizens of Oakland County,” OCPR Executive Officer Dan Stencil said.

SEMCOG Survey Asking Resident Opinions on Local Government Spending

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 16, 2020

Results will be shared with local government leaders so that they understand what services their residents value most. Responses will also help inform SEMCOG’s Economic Development Strategy for Southeast Michigan, currently under development.

Suspect Smashed Glass and Stole Donation Jar at Tim Hortons (video)

All Stories, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 16, 2020

The suspect broke the entry door glass to gain entry and took a donation jar off the front counter before leaving back out the same way he entered.

Holly Mourns Loss of Former Superintendent Kent Barnes

All Stories, HollyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 14, 2020

The entire Broncho community today honored former Holly Area Schools Superintendent Kent Barnes, who died Aug. 12 at age 69.

Oak Park Man Charged with Firing Shots at Another Driver During Road Rage Incident

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 14, 2020

On Friday, August 14, 2020, Lahab Goriel, 37, of Oak Park was arraigned by 43rd District Court Magistrate Brennan on one count Discharging Firearm from Vehicle, one count Firearm in Possession by Felon, and two counts Felony Firearm 2nd Offense.

Injections into Soil Part of Remediation Plans for Contaminated Site in Madison Hts

All Stories, Madison Hts.By Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 13, 2020

Tricia Edwards of the EPA explained the investigative results and the plan.

Ferndale Man Arrested for Home Invasion, Cracking Safe to Steal Guns

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 13, 2020

The suspect entered the residence and pried open a locked gun cabinet, stealing two rifles and a pistol. Multiple other items were stolen from the house.

Date Night Wednesdays at Holly Hotel

All Stories, Holly, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 11, 2020

Planning a great dinner date night, especially in the time of Covid, gives you a chance to rekindle that first date feeling.

Four Winners Selected in COVID-19 Messaging Contest

All Stories, Bloomfield Area Communities, Huntington Woods, Pontiac, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 11, 2020

Four Oakland County residents who took different paths to deliver the same message – everyone should do their part to help stop the spread of the coronavirus – were chosen by a public vote as winners of the Oakland Together COVID-19 Safety Video & Art Contest.

Ferndale Drive-By Shooting Suspect Arraigned

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 11, 2020

The house was occupied by two adult females and a 15 year-old female.

Birmingham Police Seek Driver Who Fatally Struck Pedestrian on Woodward

All Stories, BirminghamBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 8, 2020

Investigators believe the suspect vehicle to be a 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, dark or maroon in color. The vehicle will have moderate left front-end damage.

40,000 Movies in 91 Years, A Holocaust Survivor Shares Cinematic Diary

All Stories, Madison Hts., UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 7, 2020

From his childhood in Germany to the Nazi occupation to post-war Shanghai to his adult life in Metro Detroit, Zydower has loved everything about movies.

Housing Needs & Placemaking at Forefront of 8 Mile & Woodward Collaborations

All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 6, 2020

“We’re trying to build something here that lasts, that is consistent, and that will be effective in responding to the actual conditions.”

Roslyn Grafstein Appointed Mayor of Madison Heights

All Stories, Madison Hts.By Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 6, 2020

After weeks of deadlock, Madison Heights City Council voted Wednesday to appoint Roslyn Grafstein to the position of Mayor to serve out the term

Governor Signs Order Requiring Face Masks at Childcare Centers and Camps

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 6, 2020

Michigan has seen COVID-19 outbreaks at these locations, adding to the mounting evidence that children can contract and spread the virus.

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