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Category Archives: Pleasant Ridge

Reporter Food: The Fly Trap in Downtown Ferndale

All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Reporter Food, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 9, 2022

The Fly Trap is located at 22950 Woodward Avenue in Downtown Ferndale, and is open for breakfast and lunch, closing at 3pm.

Attorney General Nessel Shares Tips to Avoid Puppy Scams

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 9, 2022

“While we saw a spike in pet adoptions and purchases at the beginning of the pandemic, the possibility of bad actors looking to scam pet lovers remains a concern at all times,” Nessel said

Reporter Food: Whistle Stop Diner in Pleasant Ridge

All Stories, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 25, 2022

Located at 24060 Woodward Ave, this quaint restaurant with bright decor and beautiful windows that show the buzz of the traffic outside, offers up breakfast and lunch possibilities. 

Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage Goes Social to Spread Word About Archives

All Stories, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 19, 2022

Their work not only involves safeguarding the historical records of the Michigan Jewish community, but also continued community engagement and education through their popular Facebook, YouTube and Tiktok pages.

Optimism Fills Coulter’s State of the County Address

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 PublisherMarch 17, 2022

In a room full of folks from around Oakland County and from both sides of the aisle, County Executive Dave Coulter gave his annual State of the County Address at M-1 Concourse in Pontiac. 

Details to Know and Scams to Avoid as Auto Insurance Refund Checks Hit the Mail

All Stories, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 17, 2022

The refund checks will be automatically deposited into your bank account or mailed to your home.

Small Businesses Could Qualify for Inclusive Backing Grants

All Stories, Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Lake Angelus, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 13, 2022

Applications are being accepted from March 10-24.

Oakland County Launches Business Forward Program to Help Entrepreneurs

All Stories, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 11, 2022

“They will be bringing their expertise and resources directly to the thousands of small businesses that call Oakland County home.”

Growing MI Business Grants Available for Businesses

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, 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 Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 8, 2022

This grant is available March 1 through March 31, 2022.

Video: County Treasurer Hoping to Reduce Foreclosure, Shares Resources

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, 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 PublisherMarch 7, 2022

March 31 is the deadline to reach out to prevent a foreclosure from happening.

High School Girls Can Enter Video PSA Contest to Stand Up to Bullying

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Northville, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Troy, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 7, 2022

“At a time when there is unfortunately so much hate in the world, we need our young people to stand up to threats, intimidation and bullying like never before,” said Amy Cutler, President of NCJW -MI.

Ferndale School Board Extends Face Mask Requirement

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 1, 2022

Ferndale Public Schools Board of Education voted Monday evening to extend face mask requirements for students, staff, and visitors…

Oakland County Announces 40 Under 40

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, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 28, 2022

These individuals exemplify Oakland Together, Coulter’s vision for a community working together to leverage its strengths, address its challenges, and find value in working with regional partners.

Reporter Food: Pink Garlic in Oak Park

All Stories, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Reporter Food, Royal Oak, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 28, 2022

The menu at Pink Garlic is full of variety, with Tandooir Chicken, Bombay Aloo, Fish Jalfrezi, Chicken Archari, and King Prawn Pura being among the many choices.

Oakland County Joins Regional Partnerships for Water Infrastructure and Broadband

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, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 26, 2022

The partnership groups, which are called the “Regional Partnership for Broadband Infrastructure and Equity” and the “Regional Partnership for Water Infrastructure,” will establish a framework to address a wide range of internet and broadband accessibility and water infrastructure challenges facing the Southeast Michigan region.

Detroit Zoo Moves Birds Inside Due to Avian Influenza Virus

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 26, 2022

DZS animal care staff is in the process of moving the majority of birds indoors, where they will remain as long as necessary to ensure their health and safety.

MDHHS Online Stay Well Groups Help Boost Mental Wellness

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, 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 PublisherFebruary 25, 2022

Originally set up through a federal grant from FEMA in early 2020 with training provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the program is now supported by state and federal funding.

Video Interview: Jack Lessenberry on New Book About Judge Avern Cohn

All Stories, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 20, 2022

Cases about free speech, patent law, and birth control safety were among those that US District Court Judge Avern Cohn is remembered for…

SOAR’s Vision Moves Forward with New Chair and Board Members

All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 14, 2022

The South Oakland Area Regional Chamber of Commerce – a collective effort of businesses in Ferndale, Oak Park, Hazel Park and neighboring cities – has announced new board leadership for 2022.

Video: State Rep Regina Weiss talks about Ranked Choice Voting

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, 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, Troy, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 14, 2022

State Representative Regina Weiss (D- Oak Park) is among the legislators who introduced a package of three bills aimed at giving municipalities the tools they need to implement Ranked Choice Voting in local elections.

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