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Fire on St. Louis Street Caused by Light Bulb and Clothes

The family of four was not home at the time of the fire. They are unable to live there until cleanup is done on the first floor and repairs are done on the second floor, Batten said.

Two Indecent Exposure Arrests at Dream Cruise

On Saturday a 50 year old Ferndale man was arrested after he allegedly hit a pedestrian with his bike, used a racial slur, pulled down his pants, grabbed his penis, and shouted obscenities at the crowd.

Henry Gold and Barb Evoe to Retire from Ferndale Schools

The Ferndale Schools Board of Education unanimously voted at their August 19, 2013 meeting in support of the retirement resignations to two of its top administrators, Henry Gold, Deputy Superintendent, and Barbara Evoe, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

Ferndale School Board Supports Common Core Curriculum

The resolution will be sent to Governor Rick Snyder, the members of the Michigan legislature, local public officials, and State Superintendent Michael Flanagan.

Readers Share their Dream Cruise Pictures (video)

Readers from all along the Woodward Corridor have shared their Dream Cruise memories, including Jim Thienel of Waterford who saw a pretty blue Mustang lose control and hit a tree near 19 Mile, and Ferndalian Tyler Beltz who captured Royal Oak Police dismantling a makeshift swimming pool in the back of a pickup truck.

Mayor’s Race More than Just a Gay “Duel,” Four on Ballot for Nov. 5

Whether this turns into a clichéd battle of the sexes, a duel between two gay men, or an all-around royal rumble, to those who live in the community the diversity and debate over everyday issues are all just Ferndale normal.

Friday Fuzzy: Could Purple be your New Pal?

This week’s featured fuzzy is Purple, an adorable kitten just waiting to make a new friend.

Oakland County to Withdraw Tax Dollars to DIA if Art is Sold

The resolution clearly reiterated that projected funding for the 10-year, 0.2 mill levy, passed by county tax payers, which is estimated to contribute close to $98 million in funding for the DIA will cease if any art work is sold.

Ferndale Dream Cruise: Movie Cars, Miss Michigan America & More!

Ferndale Dream Cruise Has Movie Cars, Miss Michigan America and More! (Dream Cruise Press Release, Aug. 3, 2013) We are pleased to present the 19th Annual Ferndale Woodward Dream Cruise, on August 15, 16 & 17, 2013, where thousands will take part in the fun and excitement, brought to you by Ford Motor Company.  Whether…

Galloway Not Seeking Fourth Council Term (video)

As Ferndalians start to think of who they will vote for Nov. 5, one name they may notice missing from the ballot is that of Scott Galloway. The co-owner of Galloway and Collens Law Firm and 12-year city council veteran has decided that three terms is enough and it’s time to focus on other things.

Ferndale’s Nov. 5 Election Choices Announced

The list of potential candidates confirmed to run for City office in the November 5, 2013 election has been finalized.

Police Chief Gives Tips on Avoiding Bike Theft

While not completely preventable, there are some things people can do to reduce the risk of having their bike stolen.

“Most bicycle theft is a crime of opportunity,” Collins said…

Marijuana Ordinance Goes to Nov. 5 Ballot

Councilperson Dan Martin was the lone voice on City Council advocating for the adoption of the citizen’s petition for an ordinance to decriminalize marijuana for people over the age of 21 possessing less than an ounce on private property. The matter came before council Monday after resident Andrew Cissell gathered enough petitions to have the ordinance considered.

Council to Vote on Marijuana Ordinance Monday (video)

Ferndale City Council is scheduled to take up the matter of marijuana permissiveness at the Monday night council meeting. Ferndale resident Andrew Cissell filed petitions requesting that the city change the code of ordinance to exempt persons over the age of 21 from prosecution if they possess or transfer less than one ounce of marijuana on private propert

Ferndale Avenue Shoppes Going Up on Old Jim Ashmore Site

The long-vacant property on Woodward just north of W. Cambourne is now quickly being transformed into what will be known as Ferndale Avenue Shoppes. With two single-story buildings, most likely housing four storefronts each, the Shoppes could be open and adding businesses and jobs…