Candidate Interview: Ryan Kelley for Governor of Michigan
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Residents Asking for Berkley Councilperson’s Resignation after Vote Against Pride Event, Remark About Sin
Jess and other LGBTQ+ members of the Berkley community, as well as straight allies, are coming together after City Councilmember Dennis Hennen cast a “no” vote to approving the Downtown Development Authority’s request to approve the Berkley Pride Picnic event on June 26.
Candidate Interview: Charlie Cavell for County Commission Dist 19
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Candidate Interview: Ralph Rebandt for Governor of Michigan
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$5000 Donation from Local Cleaners to Help with Building Inclusive Playground in Berkley
Berkley Parks & Recreation has received a donation in the amount of $5,000 for their inclusive park fundraiser from Wayne Wudyka, owner of Huntington Cleaners, Wesch Cleaners, and Certified Restoration Drycleaning Network.
2022 Candidate Interviews and Election Information
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Celebrating Successes as Oakland County Times Turns 13
Today we celebrate our 13th birthday!
New Estimates Show 49 Oakland County Communities Lost Population Since the Census
The July 1, 2021 estimates have only 11 Oakland County communities gaining population…
Student Artwork Across County Touts Financial Literacy
The winners and honorable mentions will receive cash prizes from a $10,000 contest fund provided by Flagstar Bank and will have their art displayed in the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office for a year and on the website along with all the entries.
June 8 – LWV Candidate Forum for State House District 5
Birmingham, Beverly Hills, Berkley, Southfield, Oak Park, MI
Jif Peanut Butter Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
The recalled peanut butter was distributed nationwide in retail stores and other outlets. Recalled products include the products below with lot codes 1274425 – 2140425. Lot codes are included alongside best-if-used-by date.
Oakland Family Services Celebrates 100 Years
For the last century, Oakland Family Services has helped ensure children have safe and loving homes free from abuse and neglect.
June 8 – LWV Candidate Forum for State House District 5
Birmingham, Beverly Hills, Berkley, Southfield, Oak Park, MI
Get Dirty and Make a Difference: ReLeaf Michigan Director Talks About Tree Planting Efforts
The group is based in Ann Arbor, but has planted trees in many local communities, including Oak Park, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Novi, Pontiac, Clarkston, Lake Orion and others.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
14 Communities Get Oakland County Parks and Trails Grants
These grants will assist municipalities with planning, preliminary engineering/design and construction costs directly related to local park improvement and trail projects.
DNR Accepting Applications for Community Tree-Planting Grants
Grant awards will be announced in August, and projects must be completed by May 31, 2023.
VIDEO: Oakland County Expert Chats About Restaurant Inspections
Oakland County Times sought out an expert from the Oakland County Health Division to learn more about restaurant inspections.
May 3 Elections – Pontiac Charter Commission Interviews and Communities with Proposals
There are several communities with proposals on the May 3, 2022 ballot, and in Pontiac voters will chose members for the Charter Commission. Here are the proposals:
VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.