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Category Archives: Pleasant Ridge

Reporter Food: California Club at Whistle Stop Cafe

All Stories, Pleasant Ridge, Reporter Food, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 21, 2020

On the weekends there’s a line out the door for this cozy little spot. 

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, 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, 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.

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, 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

A Story of a City and Their Residential Salt Bucket Service

All Stories, Pleasant Ridge, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 10, 2019

The program has been happening for at least decades, and is something that residents in the .56 square mile city have come to expect from their local government.

A Story of a City and Their Residential Salt Bucket Service

All Stories, Pleasant Ridge, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 10, 2019

The program has been happening for at least decades, and is something that residents in the .56 square mile city have come to expect from their local government.

Guest View: My Day as State Rep. Robert Wittenberg’s Shadow

All Stories, Berkley, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 9, 2019

I had researched Wittenberg’s website and sites such as Ballotpedia.org. I was astounded that his committee assignments had fit his background very well from the first.

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, 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, 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.

Ferndale Upper Elementary Kids Get Mini Med School Experience

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 7, 2019

Students experienced 8 centers, including information about bones, teeth, internal organs, exercise, healthy eating, checkups and more.

Donate Candy to Treats for Troops at Sheriff’s Dept. Locations Through Nov. 5

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, 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 1, 2019

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is accepting individually wrapped, non-chocolate candy as part of its 10th annual “Treats for Troops” collection to send thanks, encouragement, and sweets to our troops overseas.

County Executive Dave Coulter Will Seek Seat in 2020

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, 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 PublisherOctober 31, 2019

Coulter talked about his plans for improving access to healthcare services, uplifting the diversity of Oakland County, and focusing on the County’s reputation for being on the cutting-edge of technology and services while making sure all parts of the county have opportunities to prosper.

2019 Candidate Interview: Chris Budnik for Pleasant Ridge Commission

All Stories, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 25, 2019

Chris (Christopher) Budnik is running for Pleasant Ridge City Commission in the Nov. 5, 2019 election.

Fair Housing in Oakland County: Survey Plus Focus Groups

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, 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 PublisherOctober 11, 2019

Have your voice heard on matters of fair housing. Oakland County is conducting a study and series of focus groups.

MML#1 – The Census Goes Digital: What Communities Need to Know

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, Hazel Park, Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, 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 PublisherOctober 3, 2019

The 2020 Census will be done almost exclusively online and by telephone.

MML#1 – The Census Goes Digital: What Communities Need to Know

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, Hazel Park, Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, 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 PublisherOctober 3, 2019

The 2020 Census will be done almost exclusively online and by telephone.

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