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Category Archives: Pleasant Ridge

Helicopter Tours Spark Romance, Online Rumblings

All Stories, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Troy, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 17, 2021

Through much of Valentine’s weekend, Michigan Flight Aviation took couples on short helicopter jaunts from Oakland Troy Airport to the Downtown Detroit riverfront, following Woodward Avenue back and forth.

“I’m Very Fawned of You” And Other Valentines from Michigan DNR

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Southfield, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 10, 2021

Cards include affectionate plays on words, like “I’m very fawned of you!” and “You make me a happy camper, Valentine!”

Ferndale Students May Do In Person Learning or Continue Remotely

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 6, 2021

“For the students that come back it’s still not going to be a traditional classroom experience of what they’re used to,” Good said. 

13 Monologues + One Speech, Ferndale Theatre’s “Got Rights”…

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 5, 2021

Twelve FHS students rehearsed individually with director Kelly Komlen over Zoom for several weeks and one by one video-recorded their parts on the high school stage on a recent Sunday.

State Allows Sports to Resume with Masks Beginning Feb. 8

All Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lathrup Village, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Troy, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 4, 2021

Safety protocols like wearing masks and testing will help keep kids, coaches and families safe.

Zoom Now Has Free Live Transcription/ Closed Captioning Option

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, 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 PublisherFebruary 3, 2021

In a step toward online inclusion Zoom has added a new feature, live transcription.

Veterans in Oakland County Invited to Apply for COVID Assistance Grants

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 3, 2021

The grants can be used for eligible food, utility, property taxes and personal care expenses.

Southbound I-75 Closed Overnight Due to Truck Hitting Overpass

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Troy, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 3, 2021

Every effort will be made to open southbound I-75 prior to morning rush hour (Thursday, Feb. 4). It is unknown if the Savanah overpass will be open by tomorrow morning.

Ferndale Garden Club Invites Seniors to Apply for Scholarship

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 27, 2021

Interested Ferndale seniors can contact the High School counseling office at 248-586-8640 for more information or to obtain an application.

Winter Driving Safety Tips

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, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 26, 2021

Here are some winter driving tips courtesy of the Birmingham Police…

Crossing at Woodward Leads to Talks About Timing, Technology, and Priorities

All Stories, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 25, 2021

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

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, 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 24, 2021

Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water

Indoor Dining Begins Feb. 1, With Limitations

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, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 22, 2021

The order will allow for indoor dining at restaurants with certain requirements

Police Warn: Phone Scammers Claim to be From DTE

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 22, 2021

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.

Hungry? Here are 150+ Restaurants We’ve Tried 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, 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, Reporter Food, 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 20, 2021

Please consider checking out new places, trying new things, and supporting local restaurants.

Applications Open for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program

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 PublisherJanuary 19, 2021

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.

Video Break: Two and a Half Minutes of a Tiger Grooming Itself

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Berkley, Clawson, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 16, 2021

We caught one of the trio getting all primped and ready to see guests one morning in early January…

2019 Oakland County Births Reach Lowest Total Since 1951

All Stories, Data-Based Stories, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 14, 2021

New data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) show that 12,899 babies were born to residents of Oakland County in 2019.

COVID-19 Vaccine: Who’s Eligible, How to Sign Up, Update on Supply

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 PublisherJanuary 13, 2021

In addition to frontline essential workers, there are over 217,000 residents age 65 and older eligible to receive the vaccine in Oakland County.

Virtual Support Groups Available Through Common Ground

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 PublisherJanuary 11, 2021

Now more than ever, support for trauma related experiences is in high demand.

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