Meghan Evoy Appointed to Fill Ferndale Library Board Vacancy
“Evoy stood out to the Board for her leadership capabilities as a school principal, along with her enthusiastic commitment to both the library and the Ferndale Community.”
Ferndale Schools MLK Peace Walk Tradition Marches On
The families held signs and marched around the building and down the block to celebrate peaceful protest, solidarity, and racial justice.
Grant to Fund Murals Honoring History in Pontiac
In addition, the money will go toward a large outdoor mural in downtown Pontiac that celebrates local history.
Oxford Seeking DDA Director
Candidate must have a proven record of being able to work well with a wide range of personalities, be entrepreneurial, highly motivated, energetic, creative, and capable of functioning independently in an independent situation.
Winter Driving Safety Tips
Here are some winter driving tips courtesy of the Birmingham Police…
Michigan Elder Abuse Task Force Releases Video Training Series
The training focuses on recognizing, reporting and preventing elder abuse, neglect and exploitation.
City of Ferndale Welcomes New Fire Chief Teresa Robinson
Chief Robinson’s tenure will begin on Monday, February 1.
Madison Heights Food Pantry Settles into New Space, Seeks Donations
“From across the city, across socioeconomic lines, races, religions and ages, volunteers came together to help the pantry.”
Crossing at Woodward Leads to Talks About Timing, Technology, and Priorities
In early October, I wrote a letter to the MDOT Director inquiring why the light timing had changed without the involvement of city administration.
Students’ Environmental Art Featured on Water Resource Calendars
Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water
Driver Turns Onto Tracks, Vehicle Struck by Train in Ferndale
A vehicle was traveling northbound on Hilton and turned westbound onto the train tracks Saturday evening.
Reporter Food: Elie’s Mediterranean Grill in Downtown Birmingham
Along with expected favorites like housemade hummus, fried kibbee, kabobs, kaftas, and shawarmas, there are also alluring items like sauteed dandelions, feta stuffed portabella mushrooms…
Indoor Dining Begins Feb. 1, With Limitations
The order will allow for indoor dining at restaurants with certain requirements
Police Warn: Phone Scammers Claim to be From DTE
If you suspect the call may be fraudulent, hang up and call DTE at their toll-free number 800-477-4747. Ask to be connected to a customer service representative and explain to them what occurred.
Students in Royal Oak Get Multicultural Crayons Thanks to Teens’ Efforts
“The opportunity presented itself when we saw that schools would be facing budget cuts. We immediately thought about how this would impact younger students in school and realized the use of shared supplies wouldn’t be a possibility anymore,”
Proposed Raymond E. Shepherd House Aiming for Low Income LGBTQ Seniors
Several leaders in the LGBTQ community and housing advocates joined in the Planning Commission on Wednesday via Zoom to express support for the project.
Hungry? Here are 150+ Restaurants We’ve Tried in Oakland County
Please consider checking out new places, trying new things, and supporting local restaurants.
Applications Open for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program
In an effort to continue to support small businesses, the Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program will provide funding to eligible small businesses disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
Can You Top “Sir Salts-A-Lot”? MDOT Seek Plow Name Suggestions
Yes, Plowy McPlowface is on the list.
Royal Oak Blessings in a Backpack Has a Wish List to Help Kids
Blessings in a Backpack has continued to feed Royal Oak School students through the pandemic and the need is always there because hunger never takes a break.