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Category Archives: Oak Park

To Protect Victims from Stalking & Harassment, PPOs in Michigan Extended

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 27, 2020

“Unfortunately, these victims are particularly vulnerable to stalking and harassment — which is why they sought protection in the first place,” Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said.

Governor Whitmer Extends Stay Home, Stay Safe Order

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 24, 2020

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-59, extending her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 15.

Court Order Extends Filing Deadline for Candidates, Reduces…

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 20, 2020

US District Court Judge Terrence Berg issued a court order that changes the April 21 filing deadline and rules for some candidates

Mike Kowall Announces Candidacy for Oakland County Executive

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 17, 2020

Mike Kowall, a Republican from White Lake, has filed to run for Oakland County Executive.

Oak Park’s Taurus Burns Gives “Creation of Adam” a Modern Day Sidewalk Art Twist

All Stories, Oak ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 9, 2020

Sadly the rain has already begun to wash the powdery colors away, but the pictures are a hit on social media.

Before the Closures: Rocky and Roberta’s Wedding Graces Ferndale High School

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 2, 2020

“Never give up on the chance to find love again,” she said.

“Exhausting Day” As Teachers Arm Kids with Resources for School Closure

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 13, 2020

I know that across the state, many teachers and districts will have similar stories to share about how they rallied around their kids in the face of an unsettling global pandemic.

EB I-696 at Woodward Ave. Closed Due to Fatal Accident

All Stories, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 11, 2020

EB I-696 is closed at Woodward Avenue Tuesday morning due to a fatal crash. According to Michigan State Police the crash occurred around 5:30am

Ferndale Celebrates Music with All-City Concert

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 9, 2020

hen dozens of students took to the floor of the High School Gym to perform for the bleachers full of parents and other fans. 

Restaurant Inspection Reports Soon to be Available Online

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 6, 2020

Oakland County will join Macomb County, Wayne County and the City of Detroit, which have adopted similar policies.

Ferndale Fine Arts Booster Raffle Helps Students Start Path to Arts Careers

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 28, 2020

Take Natalie Berger. The Ferndale High School graduate participated in many arts activities at Ferndale Schools, earned two college degrees and now is gainfully employed by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.

Ferndale Kids Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Legacy with Peace Walk

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 19, 2020

“We felt that if we had children share their thoughts about peace, getting along,understanding, and having a dream to make a difference – we could share that with others.”

Oakland County Times Favorite Stories of 2019

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 12, 2020

Here’s a look back at the best stories of the past year.

Oak Park Starts New Year with New Bridge Design

All Stories, Oak Park, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 6, 2020

Drivers on I-696 can see the city’s logo – including the large oak leaf – that have been installed

Steve Czapiewski’s “Sally” Graces 8700 Studio in Oak Park

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 2, 2020

The young lady with red hair seems simply to enjoy life.

Listening and Believing: HAVEN’s Recommendations for How to Help 

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 29, 2019

The recommended response to reports of violence is not necessarily what people might expect, and in fact surprised many of the women in the roo

Chanu-Con Celebration Shows Hip Side of Hanukkah

All Stories, Oak Park, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 6, 2019

Chanu-Con is a family-friendly, fun, inclusive warm-up to the holiday celebrating freedom, hope, and light.

Grace Centers of Hope Seeking Winter Clothing Donations

All Stories, Oak Park, Pontiac, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 4, 2019

“With the upcoming winter predicted to be a harsh one, we anticipate a strong need for winter apparel donations,” said Pastor Kent Clark.

What are People in Oakland County Thankful For?

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 28, 2019

We asked people across Oakland County what they are grateful for this Thanksgiving. Here are some of the many great things people shared…

Police Body Cams in Oakland County…

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 25, 2019

Body cameras are one solution that’s gotten a lot of attention.  It’s also one that comes with both benefits and challenges. Roll out of the technology in Oakland County has been happening in patches.

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