Dream Cruise Tribute to Fallen Officer Sgt. O’Rourke (video)

Dream Cruise Kicks off with Tribute to Fallen Officer Sgt. Patrick O’Rourke (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, photos: Jaw Dropping Photography, Aug. 16, 2014) The Lights and Sirens Parade is a Ferndale tradition that gives police and fire departments, along with historical vehicle collectors, a chance to blare their sirens, flash their lights, and zip down…

Dream Cruise Tribute to Fallen Officer Sgt. O’Rourke (video)

Dream Cruise Kicks off with Tribute to Fallen Officer Sgt. Patrick O’Rourke (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, photos: Jaw Dropping Photography, Aug. 16, 2014) The Lights and Sirens Parade is a Ferndale tradition that gives police and fire departments, along with historical vehicle collectors, a chance to blare their sirens, flash their lights, and zip down…

Motor City Burning Author Talk at Baldwin Public Library Aug. 24

Motor City Burning Author Talk at Baldwin Public Library Aug. 24 (Press Release, Aug. 16, 2014) On Sunday, August 24 stop by the Baldwin Public Library to hear Bill Morris, former Birmingham resident, read from his new novel Motor City Burning. Morris will enhance his reading with background music from the era, including works by…

Motor City Burning Author Talk at Baldwin Public Library Aug. 24

Motor City Burning Author Talk at Baldwin Public Library Aug. 24 (Press Release, Aug. 16, 2014) On Sunday, August 24 stop by the Baldwin Public Library to hear Bill Morris, former Birmingham resident, read from his new novel Motor City Burning. Morris will enhance his reading with background music from the era, including works by…

Sheriff’s Department Looking for Pontiac Credit Union Robber

Sheriff’s Department Looking for Pontiac Credit Union Robber (Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, Aug. 16, 2014) INCIDENT: 15:27 Hrs. Aug. 13 – City of Pontiac – Armed Robbery of Credit Union/OCSO K9 Assist – #14-126796 SUMMARY: Deputies responded to Genisys Credit Union in the 44000 block of Woodard on a report of an Armed Robbery.  Upon…

Clawson Police Collecting School Supplies for Backpack Program

Clawson Police Collecting School Supplies for Backpack Program (Press Release, Aug. 16, 2014)   The Clawson Police Department will once again collect school supplies to disperse between our community educational institutions. Papers, binders, back packs, crayons, markers, pencils, pens, etc. Monetary donations are welcome to help with cost of purchased supplies (please make check out…

Dream Cruise BINGO Game Gently Pokes Fun at Common Event Sightings

Dream Cruise BINGO Game Gently Pokes Fun at Common Event Sightings (Compiled, Aug. 15, 2014 ) Love it or hate it, The Woodward Dream Cruise is here! One way to make it better is the Dream Cruise BINGO Game. Created by Pj Jacokes, producer of Go! Comedy, the game gives residents the opportunity to fine…

Dream Cruise BINGO Game Gently Pokes Fun at Common Event Sightings

Dream Cruise BINGO Game Gently Pokes Fun at Common Event Sightings (Compiled, Aug. 15, 2014 ) Love it or hate it, The Woodward Dream Cruise is here! One way to make it better is the Dream Cruise BINGO Game. Created by Pj Jacokes, producer of Go! Comedy, the game gives residents the opportunity to fine…

How to Avoid After-Flood Scams

How to Avoid After-Flood Scams (Attorney General Bill Schuette, Aug. 15, 2014)                  Attorney General Bill Schuette today issued a consumer alert with tips for southeast Michigan residents facing damage from recent flooding. The alert, which Schuette issued through his Consumer Protection Division, offers tips on avoiding scam artists and criminals who exploit emergency situations,…