Kitchen Fire in Ferndale Caused by Using Torch to Thaw Pipe (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 8, 2014) A homeowner on Pilgrim Street in Ferndale tried using a small torch to thaw a pipe under their kitchen sink Tuesday morning at about 9am. The choice led to a fire in the kitchen, which could have been…
Kitchen Fire in Ferndale Caused by Using Torch to Thaw Pipe (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 8, 2014) A homeowner on Pilgrim Street in Ferndale tried using a small torch to thaw a pipe under their kitchen sink Tuesday morning at about 9am. The choice led to a fire in the kitchen, which could have been…
Birmingham Couple Killed in Plane Crash (Crystal A. Proxmire, Between the Lines, Jan. 8, 2014) Todd Lloyd, 51, and his partner, Christopher Neumann, 38, of Birmingham, were killed Monday morning when their single-engine Mooney M20 plane crashed shortly after take-off. The men left from Boyne City Airport headed towards Troy in dismal weather conditions and…
Doggie Playdate in Ferndale to Benefit Detroit Bully Corps (Canine to Five Press Release, Jan. 7, 2014) When: Thursday, January 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Where: Canine To Five Ferndale, 2141 Hilton Road 248-556-5675 What: Indoor Playdate, benefiting Detroit Bully Corps Who: Friendly, vaccinated dogs and their owners. We do have a small dog indoor area, and…
Car Flips Off I-75 onto Edge of Rochester Road (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 7, 2014) A driver lost control Tuesday morning while driving on Southbound I-75, and their vehicle flipped off of the bridge and onto the shoulder of Rochester Road below. Troy Police report there were only minor injuries. Oakland County 115 News reader…
Royal Oak Adds Warming Center (City of Royal Oak Press Release, Jan. 7, 2014) The Salter Center has been added as a designated warming center. The Salter Center (Boys and Girls Club) 1545 E. Lincoln , Royal Oak, Mi. 48067 Phone: (248) 544-4166 Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday / 9:00am – 7:00pm Inclement Weather Advisory The…
Ferndale Opens Warming Center Tuesday and Wednesday (City of Ferndale Press Release, Jan.7 , 2014) Southeast Michigan temperatures have now dropped to record lows, and people who have to be out in it have been warned to limit their time outdoors, wear several layers of clothing, and cover up as much as possible to avoid…
Ferndale Opens Warming Center Tuesday and Wednesday (City of Ferndale Press Release, Jan.7 , 2014) Southeast Michigan temperatures have now dropped to record lows, and people who have to be out in it have been warned to limit their time outdoors, wear several layers of clothing, and cover up as much as possible to avoid…
Ferndale Opens Warming Center Tuesday and Wednesday (City of Ferndale Press Release, Jan.7 , 2014) Southeast Michigan temperatures have now dropped to record lows, and people who have to be out in it have been warned to limit their time outdoors, wear several layers of clothing, and cover up as much as possible to avoid…
Pontiac Robbery Victim Follows Assailants, Gets Shot At (Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, Jan. 5, 2014) INCIDENT: 21:46 hrs. Jan. 4, 2014 – City of Pontiac – Robbery Armed # 14-1419 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the area of Stegman Lane and Kennett for an armed robbery in progress. Victim stated her son drove over to…
Pontiac Robbery Victim Follows Assailants, Gets Shot At (Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, Jan. 5, 2014) INCIDENT: 21:46 hrs. Jan. 4, 2014 – City of Pontiac – Robbery Armed # 14-1419 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the area of Stegman Lane and Kennett for an armed robbery in progress. Victim stated her son drove over to…
Pontiac Robbery Victim Follows Assailants, Gets Shot At (Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, Jan. 5, 2014) INCIDENT: 21:46 hrs. Jan. 4, 2014 – City of Pontiac – Robbery Armed # 14-1419 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the area of Stegman Lane and Kennett for an armed robbery in progress. Victim stated her son drove over to…
Shelters for Homeless in Oakland County (City of Oak Park, Jan. 5, 2014) The City of Oak Park released the following information via email to help those in need of shelter during the cold. For a printable pdf. go to http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1113800372963-61/OC+Warming+Centers.pdf. Please also call the Housing Resource Center at 248-928-0111 for additional specific information related…
Winter Storm Update: Schools Closed, Snow Emergencies Declared (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 5, 2014) With low temperatures and high snowfall predicted, many cities have issued snow emergencies and school districts have taken the day off Monday. The National Weather Service is predicting snowfall of 3-7 inches tonight, and temperatures dropping to about 1 degree tomorrow,…
Ferndale Blues Festival Seeking Volunteers (Monica Mills, Ferndale Blues Festival Volunteer Coordinator, Jan. 5, 2014) Venues are checking in, we are gathering info about gigs for the program and the poster is in the works. We can’t wait to connect with our Blues Volunteer Friends again. Our 9 day event will be Jan. 24 – Feb.…
This Weekend: Progressive International Motorcycle Show Novi (Ron Arnold, Jan. 3, 2014) The Progressive International Motorcycle Show in Novi, Michigan opens today, January 3rd. Although it’s not the time of year for riding (especially the last few, and next few days), the Progressive International Motorcycle show never fails to scratch the riding itch in the…
Twenty Notable Michigan Books for 2014 Announced (Library of Michigan Press Release, Jan. 3, 2014) The Library of Michigan today announced the 2014 Michigan Notable Books – 20 books celebrating Michigan people, places and events. “Michigan is rich in talented writers, history, and resources,” said State Superintendent Mike Flanagan. “Our Notable Books for 2014 express…
Royal Oak: New Year’s Eve Arrest for Breaking and Entering (Lieutenant David Clemens, Jan. 3, 2014) On January 1, 2014, at approximately 3:17am, Royal Oak officers arrested a suspect for Breaking and Entering and Malicious Destruction of Property. The suspect, a 24 year old Pontiac resident, entered 404 E. Fourth Street, Digital Media Loft, stole…
Man Injured in Car v. Train Accident After Ignoring Crossing Lights (Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, Dec. 2, 2014) INCIDENT: 21:51 hrs. Jan. 1, 2014 – City of Pontiac Car vs. Train Injury Accident – #14-000362 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the railroad tracks on Woodward near South Blvd. for a car vs. train Personal Injury…
School Closings and Snow Emergencies (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 2, 2014) There has been a lot of snow in SE Michigan, prompting many districts to cancel school and cities to declare snow emergencies. In snow emergencies people must keep their vehicles off the street until the street is plowed, or they could face ticketing or…