Ferndale Youth Assistance Helps Students Set Goals, Share Visions
Andrea Williams said, “The kids were so excited, and their vision boards helped me to see how much talent and promise lives inside of these students.”
No Place Like Home: Ferndale Mayor Leaks-May Shares State of the City Address
City of Ferndale Mayor Raylon Leaks-May shared the State of the City on May 14 at Affirmations.
Census Estimates Show Gains and Losses in Population for Oakland County Communities
The following three charts show the results for communities across Oakland County – separated into cities, townships, and villages…
Downtown Ferndale Seeks Bands for 9 on 9 Concert Series
Calling all bands and musicians! Downtown Ferndale needs YOU!
Seven SE Oakland Cities Collaborating on Safe Streets Plan
Officials and residents from each city were on hand to learn the background of crashes in the community, and to share their experiences.
Ferndale Upper Fills the Halls with Affirmations for Mental Health Awareness Month
This week-long celebration focused on promoting positivity, resilience, and self-care among students and staff.
Plans in the Works for I-696 Rebuilding, Public Meetings Scheduled
The project will occur in 2025 – 2027.
Oak Park Police Seek Driver Who Harassed Women by Synagogue
Oak Park Investigations Bureau is actively investigating and seeking any information in identifying the vehicle and/or the driver in this incident.
The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
May 8 – Workshop for SE Oakland Communities on Safe Streets
The discussion will focus on “what would make the Southeast Oakland County streets safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and drivers? “
Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate? Nominations Being Accepted
Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate
May 7 Ballot – Hazel Park School District Bond Proposal
Voters in the Hazel Park School District, which includes part of Ferndale, have a bond proposal on the May 7, 2024 ballot.
2024 Election Info.
Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to editor@oc115.com for more info.
14 Garden Clubs Across SE Michigan Gather in Pleasant Ridge to Learn and Grow Together
Among the Clubs in attendance were those from Farmington, Ferndale, Livonia, Dearborn and others.
Publisher Crystal Proxmire Honored as Finalist for Intern Supervisor of the Year Award
Schanz wrote an exceptionally kind recommendation letter for Proxmire’s nomination, telling the Grand Valley judges…
Volunteers Needed to Pull Invasive Garlic Mustard at Locations Across Oakland County
These events seek to reduce this common invasive species, which can prevent native plants from thriving.
Ferndale Fifth Graders Visit DIA, Make Art
Learn more about Ferndale Schools at https://www.ferndaleschools.org/
Berkley State Rep. Introduces Bill to Deter Excessive Noise From Custom Car Exhausts
Constituents have consistently cited noise on Woodward Ave. as a significant concern.
Oakland County Residents Invited to Take Food Landscape Community Survey
Community partners in Oakland County are conducting a food landscape study & are seeking input via this community survey.
Listening Sessions Being Held to Discuss Experiences with Ferndale Police, Participants Needed
Your responses will be recorded and kept confidential in accordance with NEW’s privacy standards.