Scouts Across Oakland County Collect Over 46,000 Pounds of Food for Charities
“Scouts who participate are walking away with a lesson, not just about the need for good deeds, but also the rewarding feeling that comes with helping your neighbors,”
Ferndale Fifth Graders Visit Kindergarten Class to Connect
It was a power hour of making connections, cooperating, and using creativity.
Nov 29 – Road Commission Hosting Info Meeting on Orion Road/Stoney Creek/Conklin Road Roundabout
Construction is expected to start in the summer of 2023, with the intersection closing to traffic.
Prevention Pontiac Program to Increase Access to Substance Abuse Resources
“We all know that substance abuse is a real problem, not only in Pontiac, but in our country as a whole. Prevention Pontiac is a tangible way to work toward a solution.”
OC Restaurant QUEST: Our Reviews in Troy So Far…
Troy is a diverse community with a diverse mix of restaurants to match. As I work on my quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County, I’ve had 20 in the tasty city of Troy – including my favorite…
Dogs of Hazel Park: A Data-Based Look at Popular Names and Breeds
The dog license database contains 566 records for dogs living in Hazel Park
Support Small Businesses and Enter to Win with Oakland County Local Gems Contest
From Nov. 1-26, anyone can submit a selfie photo taken at an Oakland County small business that they consider to be “local gems” for a chance at winning a $1,000 first prize or $500 second prize.
Golden Salon in Downtown Ferndale Aims for Beauty and Community
“The people that come to us are what set us apart, they want to be there and they click with us and we just kind of become friends.”
The Numbers Behind Oakland County’s Transit Millage Vote
Judging from past votes and the fact that over half of the county’s jurisdictions had voted to opt-out in the past, I was predicting a rather close loss for the measure.
Boy was I wrong!
OC Restaurant Quest: Oakland Diner in Pontiac
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
November 20 – Transgender Day of Remembrance Services Across Michigan
The Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) was set aside to memorialize those who were killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice.
18 Football Fields of Stinky Stuff Mean Compost for SOCRRA Communities
SOCRRA consists of twelve member municipalities with a total population of approximately 283,000 and covers an area of 75 square miles. Member cities are Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak and Troy.
VIDEO: Sheriff Bouchard Addresses Students About Safety and Threats
With threats disrupting schools across Oakland County, Sheriff Michael Bouchard made a social media video addressing students.
Springfield Township Seeks Input on Community Master Plan
Public participation is a major component of the master planning process, and we need your input!
Berkley to Consider Coolidge Road Complete Streets Project at Nov. 21 Meeting
Instead, the report details four recommendations on the project elements that can be retained or improved upon:
NB I-75 and I-696 Interchange Now Open – With New “Braid” Design
Check out this graphic for more on this new design.
How to Nominate Someone for Oakland County’s 40 Under 40 Awards
“We are looking for young adults who through their work, ideas, and service embody what it means to be ‘Oakland Together,’” Coulter said.
Beverly Hills Gets Grant to Improve Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety on 13 Mile, 14 Mile, and Evergreen
“Given that our need is quite literally miles of sidewalks through some difficult terrain, the SEMCOG TAP Grant assistance is instrumental in us being able to make this project a reality. We would likely not be able to address the whole project in the same timeframe without this assistance,” said George.
Top 10 Holiday Gifts for White Castle Cravers
Finding the perfect holiday gift for a loved one can be a daunting task. If that loved one loves White Castle, however, finding an ideal present will be a whole lot easier this year.
ReLeaf Michigan Announces Big Tree Hunt Winners
The contest, which awards participants for identifying the biggest trees in Michigan, began in the spring of 2020 and concluded at the end of the summer of 2022.