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Monthly Archives: December 2022

No Injuries, No Arrests in Drive-by Shooting Aimed at Airbnb in Ferndale

Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 19, 2022

There were no injuries, and the suspect fled the scene in an unknown vehicle.

Next Step in Ferndale Library Unionization: Third Party Ballots for Employees

Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 19, 2022

Ferndale Area District Library Board Members voted unanimously to retain an attorney to guide them as Ferndale Library Workers form a union with the Detroit Newspaper Guild

Jim Shaffer and Associates Announces Snap It and Wrap It Contest

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

It’s a $2000 Detroit Foundation Stay + Play package, including 2 nights in an upper level room at the hotel, $500 cash for dining and entertainment, AND a $500 gift card to the local shop that has the most entries.

OC Restaurant Quest: Mia’s Tasty Grill in Madison Heights

Madison Hts., Reporter Food, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 17, 2022

Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County.

Oakland County to Hire Transit Manager and Planners Following Voter Approval of Transportation Millage

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, 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, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Oakland County has created a Transit Division in its Economic Development Department laying the foundation for improving and expanding transit options throughout the county.

Coretta Houge Appointed to Southfield City Council

Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Southfield City Council appointed Coretta Houge to fill the seat vacated by former Councilman Jason Hoskins effective December 14, 2022.

Kimberly Urbanowski Appointed Orion Township Treasurer

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Kimberly Urbanowski was appointed to the position of Orion Township Trustee for a partial term ending in 2024.

Paul Harrington Appointed to Holly Village Council

Groveland Twp., Holly, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Harrington will be sworn in at the first meeting of the new year, and is expected to serve through Nov. 2024.

Hazel Park Accepting Applications for City Council Vacancy

Hazel Park, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

With the election of Mike McFall to State Representative, there is a vacancy on Hazel Park City Council.

Berkley Narrows Council Choices Down to Six, Vote Expected Dec 19

Berkley, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

The top six were invited to speak at the Dec. 5 City Council meeting, and Council will make their decision at the Dec. 19 meeting.

How Oakland and Wayne Compare with Other Million+ Population Counties Across Country

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Civics, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, 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, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 15, 2022

 I thought it would be interesting to look at a number of demographic variables and see how Oakland, and Wayne, measure up against their peers.

Royal Oak Police Chase, Including Crash and Officer Firing Weapon, Land Holly Woman in Jail

Holly, Royal Oak, Slide, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 15, 2022

Despite the successful spike strip deployment and loss of multiple tires, the suspect vehicle continued to flee.

How to Nominate Groups, Businesses, and Individuals for Holly Area Chamber Annual Awards

Holly, Rose Township, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 15, 2022

The Holly Area Chamber of Commerce has served the Holly Community for many years recognizing businesses, organizations, persons, and families who have demonstrated excellence and commitment to the Holly area.

OC Restaurant Quest: The Lodge Grill and Bar in Keego Harbor

Keego Harbor, Reporter Food, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 14, 2022

Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County. 

MML# 4 – Hackers Hitting Clarkston in 2018 Serves as Training Example for Other Cities

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Civics, 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, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 14, 2022

Examples of attacks can be found all over the county, and the costs have not been as small as Clarkston.

Southfield Appoints Allyson Bettis to Fill Partial Term as City Clerk

Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 14, 2022

City Clerk Bettis will serve in this capacity until a qualified successor is elected at the next regular city election in November of 2023…

Avid Madison Heights Volunteer Laurie Geralds Graced with Governor’s Service Award

Madison Hts., SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 13, 2022

Laurie Geralds has been a driving force of volunteerism in Madison Heights for over 40 years. 

Scuola Creativa Raising Money to Expand Preschool Offerings in Royal Oak

Berkley, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Royal Oak, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 11, 2022

An online fundraiser at Fundly.com seeks to help with expansion coasts as well as to provide scholarships for children who would not otherwise be able to attend.

Video: New President and CEO Talks about Plans for Orion Area Chamber

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 11, 2022

Check out this interview with Donaldson to learn more about her history, her vision, and the upcoming events that she and her team have in progress

10 Nonprofits Awarded Healthy Food Access Grants

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Fenton, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 11, 2022

A total of $300,000 was distributed through Pontiac Community Foundation.

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