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Monthly Archives: May 2024

Oak Park Police Seek Driver Who Harassed Women by Synagogue

Ferndale, Oak Park, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2024

Oak Park Investigations Bureau is actively investigating and seeking any information in identifying the vehicle and/or the driver in this incident.

Pontiac Lake Road Bridge in Waterford Closed Due to Hole, Bridge Slated for Replacement This Year

All Stories, Pontiac, Slide, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2024

The detour is Crescent Lake Road to Highland Road (M-59) to Airport Road, back to Pontiac Lake Road and vice versa.

Video Shows Driver Take Out Light Pole in Keego Harbor, Police Seek Suspect

Keego Harbor, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2024

The vehicle was most likely a Volkswagen sedan.

Novi, Southfield, and Troy Get Transportation Alternatives Program Grants

Northville, Novi, Slide, Southfield, Troy, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2024

“Creating a transportation system that provides access for everyone begins with safety,” said Amy O’Leary, Executive Director of SEMCOG.

No More Non-Competes, FTC Bans Restrictive Clauses in Most Circumstances

Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Keego Harbor, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Slide, Sylvan Lake, Uncategorized, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2024

In a move to promote competition and worker freedom, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule banning non-compete agreements in most circumstances nationwide.

Pedestrian Killed in Hit and Run on South Blvd, Police Seek Suspect

Auburn Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2024

The suspect vehicle was described as dark in color, possibly a crossover or small SUV.       

With Low Voter Turnout, Two Districts Pass Bonds and One Does Not

2024 Election, Data-Based Stories, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Slide, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 8, 2024

Once again, an almost guaranteed low turnout May election was held on bond proposals in three Oakland County school districts – Hazel Park, Huron Valley and Walled Lake.

Rochester High’s Kelley Cusmano Named Michigan Teacher of the Year

Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2024

As Michigan Teacher of the Year, Kelley represents what is best about being an educator.

Huron Valley Council for the Arts and Milford DDA Announce Lineup for Friday Night Live Concert Series

All Stories, Highland Twp., Holly, Milford, Rose Township, Slide, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2024

All shows take place at the Downtown Milford Center Street Park Gazebo from 7-9pm.

Clawson’s Summer Park Market Announces 2024 Dates and Events

All Stories, Events, Royal Oak, Slide, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2024

The Clawson Summer Park Market is a farmers market and much more.

Oil Spread on Residential Streets in West Bloomfield, Police Want to Know Why

Bloomfield Area Communities, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2024

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the West Bloomfield Township Police Department at 248-975-9200.

Seven Lakes State Park in Holly to Close Weekdays for Construction Projects

All Stories, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Rose Township, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2024

Three large projects are kicking off very soon:

The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, 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 PublisherMay 6, 2024

But what about the districts that bucked the general trend? 

May 8 – Workshop for SE Oakland Communities on Safe Streets

All Stories, Berkley, Clawson, Events, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2024

The discussion will focus on “what would make the Southeast Oakland County streets safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and drivers? “

OC Restaurant Quest: K Blocks BBQ in Oxford and Washington Twp

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Reporter Food, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2024

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

Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate?  Nominations Being Accepted

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, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2024

Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate

Construction Alert: Davisburg Road and Broadway Street to Close in Springfield Twp

Clarkston/Independence Twp., Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Slide, Springfield Twp/DavisburgBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2024

The closure is necessary to complete paving work that is part of the Mill Pond dam removal project that began in late 2023.

Winners Announced in Oakland County Treasurer’s Financial Literacy Art Contest

All Stories, Bloomfield Area Communities, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Northville, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

“Each piece of art showcases creativity and skill and an understanding of financial empowerment that is essential for our youth”

May 7 Ballot – Hazel Park School District Bond Proposal

2024 Election, All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

Voters in the Hazel Park School District, which includes part of Ferndale, have a bond proposal on the May 7, 2024 ballot.

May 7 Ballot – Huron Valley Schools Bond Proposal

2024 Election, All Stories, Highland Twp., Slide, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

Voters in the Huron Valley School District have a bond proposal on the May 7, 2024 ballot.

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