State Health Dept. Hopes New Law Will Reduce Baby Deaths Due to Unsafe Sleeping
From 2010 to 2019, 1,436 Michigan babies died due to sleeping in unsafe environments…
Celebrating Successes as Oakland County Times Turns 13
Today we celebrate our 13th birthday!
New Estimates Show 49 Oakland County Communities Lost Population Since the Census
The July 1, 2021 estimates have only 11 Oakland County communities gaining population…
Reporter Food: Mor-Tacos in Bloomfield Township
I opted for a carryout meal of three tacos, rice, and a tasty dessert.
Student Artwork Across County Touts Financial Literacy
The winners and honorable mentions will receive cash prizes from a $10,000 contest fund provided by Flagstar Bank and will have their art displayed in the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office for a year and on the website along with all the entries.
Oakland Family Services Celebrates 100 Years
For the last century, Oakland Family Services has helped ensure children have safe and loving homes free from abuse and neglect.
Get Dirty and Make a Difference: ReLeaf Michigan Director Talks About Tree Planting Efforts
The group is based in Ann Arbor, but has planted trees in many local communities, including Oak Park, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Novi, Pontiac, Clarkston, Lake Orion and others.
Main Street Pontiac Welcomes New Director Sean Kammer
A full-time Executive Director is expected to significantly enhance MSP’s capacity to implement programs and services in downtown Pontiac, which has depended primarily on volunteer efforts since the organization’s inception in 2017.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
May 15 – White Castle Offering Free Slider on National Slider Day
On this day dedicated to the burger that launched the fast-food industry, White Castle will offer a free Cheese Slider (no purchase necessary) to anyone with a digital coupon, which will be sent to email subscribers and posted on White Castle’s social media channels.
Free Mental Healthcare Available for Pontiac Kids Through CNS and Ascend Foundation Partnership
No insurance will be required for the kids and families who access this program.
14 Communities Get Oakland County Parks and Trails Grants
These grants will assist municipalities with planning, preliminary engineering/design and construction costs directly related to local park improvement and trail projects.
DNR Accepting Applications for Community Tree-Planting Grants
Grant awards will be announced in August, and projects must be completed by May 31, 2023.
VIDEO: Oakland County Expert Chats About Restaurant Inspections
Oakland County Times sought out an expert from the Oakland County Health Division to learn more about restaurant inspections.
Million Dollars Worth of Cocaine Seized and Two Men Arrested
Undercover NET Detectives made the arrest on April 21 with the assistance uniformed Deputies.
May 3 Elections – Pontiac Charter Commission Interviews and Communities with Proposals
There are several communities with proposals on the May 3, 2022 ballot, and in Pontiac voters will chose members for the Charter Commission. Here are the proposals:
Candidate Interview: Norbert Burrows for Pontiac Charter Commission
There are six people on the ballot as well as a number of write-in candidates.
Candidate Interview: Gill Garrett for Pontiac Charter Commission
There are six people on the ballot as well as a number of write-in candidates.
Candidate Interview: Bryan Killian for Pontiac Charter Commission
There are six people on the ballot as well as a number of write-in candidates.
Candidate Interview: Jarobe Dashawn Murph for Pontiac Charter Commission
There are six people on the ballot as well as a number of write-in candidates.