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Category Archives: Oakland Township

Journalists and Writers, Here’s How to Freelance for Oakland County Times

All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Jobs, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 20, 2022

As Oakland County Times continues to grow, we’re inviting more writers to be part of our freelance team.

Get Dirty and Make a Difference: ReLeaf Michigan Director Talks About Tree Planting Efforts

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, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 15, 2022

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.

Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County

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., Explore!, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, 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, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 13, 2022

Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.

Orion Township: Triathlon Training Paradise for Fire Lieutenant

All Stories, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2022

I had no prior experience with triathlons. My previous swimming experience was swimming boat-to-boat on Dollar Bay, and I had never truly cycled before unless you count a casual stroll down the Paint Creek Trail.

Explore:  Bald Mountain Recreation Area’s Hart Lake Loop

All Stories, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Explore!, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2022

It’s a simple trail to follow and on the weekends it’s packed with people, so it could be a good spot for those just starting out or looking to make friends.

14 Communities Get Oakland County Parks and Trails Grants

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, New Hudson, 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, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 3, 2022

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

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 3, 2022

Grant awards will be announced in August, and projects must be completed by May 31, 2023.

VIDEO: Oakland County Expert Chats About Restaurant Inspections

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, New Hudson, 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 PublisherApril 27, 2022

Oakland County Times sought out an expert from the Oakland County Health Division to learn more about restaurant inspections.

Oakland County Welcomes New Health Officer Calandra Green

All Stories, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 27, 2022

County Executive Dave Coulter has appointed Calandra Green as the first woman of color to fill this key county role.

Share Your Nonprofit or Community Group’s Story!

All Stories, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 22, 2022

Oakland County Times is inviting readers to submit guest stories featuring a charity or community group that is meaningful to them. You can be a volunteer, a staffer, administration, someone who uses services, or even just someone who supports the group’s efforts.

Oakland County Extends Free Rabies Vaccine w/Dog License Purchase through May 31

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Commerce Twp., Franklin, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pontiac, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 21, 2022

Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center has extended its offer of a free rabies vaccine with the purchase of a dog license Tuesday mornings through the end of May.

VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts

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, New Hudson, 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 PublisherApril 18, 2022

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.

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

April 8 – Star Gaze with Oakland Astronomy Club in Oakland Twp.

All Stories, Oakland Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 25, 2022

See details of lunar craters and the colorful gases of the star nursery in Orion.   Find the Big Dipper and Leo the Lion and enjoy the colorful stars of the Winter sky before they disappear for the season!

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, New Hudson, 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.

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.”

March 16 – Virtual Discussion on US-China Relations

All Stories, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester HillsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 10, 2022

The Center for Civic Engagement and our partners are bringing you a number of in-person and virtual opportunities this month on a wide variety of topics.

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, New Hudson, 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, New Hudson, 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.

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