Two Royal Oak Leprechauns Picked for Major League
Two Royal Oak Leprechauns had their names called in the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft.
El Car Wash Proposal Coming to Ferndale Planning Commission
Developers have submitted a proposal to the Planning Commission to build a car wash at 2230 Woodward Avenue, a property that currently has a long-vacant Tim Horton’s building.
Anita’s Kitchen Closing Lake Orion Location, Focusing on Ferndale and Detroit
Anita’s Kitchen in Lake Orion has closed, but the location won’t be empty long.
Ferndale Pollinator Parade Shows Love for Bees, Flowers, and Other Delights of Nature
On June 21 kids and adults gathered at the Ferndale Library for the fun and educational event.
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Tigerlily in Downtown Ferndale Launches Weekend Brunch Menu
Aloha brunch is available Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Brunch carryout is currently available in-store order only, with online ordering to be included in the near future.
Recall Petition Launched Against Two Hazel Park School Board Members
A grassroots coalition, the Committee for Ethical Transparency, has initiated a recall petition against two members of the Hazel Park School Board – President Beverly Hinton and Vice President Deborah Laframboise,
Michigan’s Population Continues to Age Faster than the Nation
In fact, the number of states and counties where older adults outnumber children is on the rise, especially in sparsely populated areas
Oakland Thrive Accepting Applications for CEO
The CEO serves as the public face of the organization and works closely with elected officials.
Downtown Ferndale Hosting Market Days July 19 and 20
Ferndale Market Days is a two-day event featuring various merchant vendors selling clothes, food, jewelry, DJ sounds, a food court, a kids play area, sidewalk sales, and the PATIO Zone.
Royal Oak Adds Thrones, aka Smart Restrooms, for Six Month Trial
A trio of new toilets are gracing Royal Oak as the city conducts a six-month trial of “Throne” smart restrooms.
Oakland Thrive Restaurant Quest: Zaytoona Mediterranean Grill in Hazel Park
With support from Oakland Thrive, Oakland County Times Editor and Publisher Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County.
New Book Chronicles Oak Park’s Rise and Rebirth, Sales Benefit Library
That story is one that civic-minded readers from any town could learn from, and of course that any Oak Parker could take pride in.
July 13 – Ferndale Library’s Artist Opening Reception with Linden Godlove
For this special solo show, titled ‘Keep,’ Godlove is bringing together a spectacular survey of new and recent works
Explore: Belle Isle Park in Detroit
While it seems like Belle Isle is most famous for it’s giant slide, there is a lot to love on this beautiful Detroit River Island, especially for nature-lovers like me.
Latest Data: Births and Deaths in Oakland County, Statewide
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released preliminary birth and death data for 2024.
Municipalities Can Apply for Invasive Species and Habitat Project Grants
Past grant projects have supported native plant restoration efforts, invasive species treatments, boot brush stations, raingarden plantings, prescribed burns, research projects and more.
Oakland County Celebrates 25 Years of Main Street Program
Each year MSOC participants gather to celebrate successes, and this year the Main Event was extra special as it celebrated 25 years of this effort.
Ten Students Earn Scholarships from Pleasant Ridge Woman’s Club
All residing within the boundaries of the Ferndale School District as required, four attended Ferndale High School, two Berkley High School, and one each from Shrine, Bishop Foley, U of D Jesuit, and Royal Oak high schools.
Oakland County Announces Winners of First Juneteenth Art & Essay Contest
“Freedom means being able to live your life without fear, to speak your mind, and to make your own choices.”