Oak Park Archives - Page 67 of 72 - Oakland County Times

Details of UAW Contract with Ferndale Schools

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 20, 2014

Details of UAW Contract with Ferndale Schools (Ferndale Schools Press Release, Jan. 20, 2014) EDITOR’S NOTE: Ferndale Schools is currently negotiating with all unions in hopes of wage concessions. Read a letter from School Board President Jim O’Donnell at http://oaklandcounty115.com/2014/01/19/letter-from-ferndale-school-board-president-jim-odonnell-on-budget/, and a story on picketing at the School Board meeting at http://oaklandcounty115.com/2014/01/14/proposed-pay-cuts-to-teachers-and-staff-spark-protest-at-ferndale-schools/. The union agreement…

Letter from Ferndale School Board President Jim O’Donnell on Budget

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 19, 2014

Letter from Ferndale School Board President Jim O’Donnell on Budget (Jim O’Donnell, Jan. 19, 2014) (EDITOR’S NOTE: This letter was submitted by School Board President Jim O’Donnell and also appeared in the Ferndale Schools e-blast. This is in response to public questions about ongoing negotiations with district employees, discussed in this article: http://oaklandcounty115.com/2014/01/14/proposed-pay-cuts-to-teachers-and-staff-spark-protest-at-ferndale-schools/) Ferndale Public…

Jennifer LaTosch Gets Vacant School Board Seat (video)

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 14, 2014

Jennifer LaTosch Gets Vacant School Board Seat (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 14, 2013) Attorney Jennifer LaTosch was sworn in Monday night to begin a one-year term on the Ferndale School Board. The position was left vacant by 20+ year veteran and longtime past President Chuck Moeser when he resigned to focus more on retirement.…

Proposed Pay Cuts to Teachers and Staff Spark Protest at Ferndale Schools

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 14, 2014

Proposed Pay Cuts to Teachers and Staff Spark Protest at Ferndale Schools (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 14, 2014) Dozens of union members – teachers, secretaries, bus drivers and maintenance workers – held signs and chanted about fair wages as they looped around Burdette Street in front of the Ferndale Schools Administration Building before Monday night’s…

Barbara Mahan Passes Away

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 13, 2014

Barbara Mahan Passes Away (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 13) At the age of 84, Ferndale resident Barbara Mahan has passed away. Mahan was incredibly supportive of Ferndale Schools, joining her husband Joe in many activities. Joe, who passed away last March, was known as “The Voice of the Eagles” because he was a regular announcer…

Three Applicants to Vie for Open Ferndale School Board Seat

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 10, 2014

Three Applicants to Vie for Open Ferndale School Board Seat (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 10, 2014) The Ferndale Public Schools Board of Trustees will hear from three applicants on Monday night, and decide which one will fill the seat left vacant by longtime Trustee and Board President Chuck Moeser when he resigned in mid-December. Lakesha…

Tips to Avoid Crimes Targeting Seniors

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, South Lyon, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 8, 2014

Tips to Avoid Crimes Targeting Seniors (Troy Police Dept. Press Release, Jan. 8, 2014) Health Insurance Frauds Medical Equipment Fraud: Equipment manufacturers offer “free” products to individuals. Insurers are then charged for products that were not needed and/or may not have been delivered. “Rolling Lab” Schemes: Unnecessary and sometimes fake tests are given to individuals…

Tips to Avoid Crimes Targeting Seniors

Shelters for Homeless in Oakland County

Shelters for Homeless in Oakland County (City of Oak Park, Jan. 5, 2014) The City of Oak Park released the following information via email to help those in need of shelter during the cold. For a printable pdf. go to http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1113800372963-61/OC+Warming+Centers.pdf. Please also call the Housing Resource Center at 248-928-0111 for additional specific information related…

Winter Storm Update: Schools Closed, Snow Emergencies Declared

All Stories, Berkley, Birmingham, Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oak Park, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, South Lyon, Southfield, Troy, Uncategorized, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher January 5, 2014

Winter Storm Update: Schools Closed, Snow Emergencies Declared (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 5, 2014) With low temperatures and high snowfall predicted, many cities have issued snow emergencies and school districts have taken the day off Monday. The National Weather Service is predicting snowfall of 3-7 inches tonight, and temperatures dropping to about 1 degree tomorrow,…

Twenty Notable Michigan Books for 2014 Announced

Twenty Notable Michigan Books for 2014 Announced (Library of Michigan Press Release, Jan. 3, 2014) The Library of Michigan today announced the 2014 Michigan Notable Books – 20 books celebrating Michigan people, places and events. “Michigan is rich in talented writers, history, and resources,” said State Superintendent Mike Flanagan. “Our Notable Books for 2014 express…

School Closings and Snow Emergencies

School Closings and Snow Emergencies (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 2, 2014) There has been a lot of snow in SE Michigan, prompting many districts to cancel school and cities to declare snow emergencies. In snow emergencies people must keep their vehicles off the street until the street is plowed, or they could face ticketing or…

The Rose Bowl and Parade, Through the Eyes of a Spartan

The Rose Bowl and Parade, Through the Eyes of a Loyal Spartan (Crystal Proxmire, Jan. 1, 2014) Dedicated Spartan fan and former Michigan State student John Taylor was able to go to Pasadena, California for the 100th Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day. There he watched his green-and-white-clad favorite team beat the Stanford Cardinals with…

Fallen Oak Park Officer’s Memory Lives on, Family Fights Early Release Law

All Stories, Oak Park, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 28, 2013

Fallen Oak Park Officer’s Memory Lives on As Family Fights Early Release Law (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 28, 2013) Even though it’s been five years, Beth Ziemba cannot say the words “murderer” or “killer” without them getting caught on the lump in her throat. The thought that the man who shot her son-in-law to death…

Area Libraries Switch to New Inter-loan System

All Stories, Berkley, Bloomfield Area Communities, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Novi, Oak Park, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 26, 2013

Area Libraries Switch to New Inter-loan System (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 26, 2013) Beginning Jan. 1, the system through which patrons can check out items from libraries other than their own will be changing throughout Michigan. Those who wish to borrow items will need to stop by their home library and get either a new…

Ferndale Second Graders Take Virtual Trip to Japan

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 25, 2013

Ferndale Second Graders Take Virtual Trip to Japan (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 25, 2013) Second graders from Roosevelt and Kennedy Elementary Schools in Ferndale boarded an imaginary plane bound for the far off land of Japan for a “virtual trip” Thursday. In this annual tradition, teachers and volunteers plan a day’s worth of cultural lessons…

Christmas Tree Recycling in Oakland County

Christmas Tree Recycling in Oakland County (Oakland County Press Release, Dec. 23, 2013) Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers free Christmas Tree Recycling at 11 park locations. Dec. 26, 2013 – Jan. 20, 2014 Free Self-Serve Christmas Tree Recycling, seven days, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Please remove all decorations, metal, plastic and string. Locations: Addison Oaks near…

Thieves Crash Through Front of Oak Park SOS, Steal ATM

All Stories, Oak Park, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 20, 2013

Thieves Crash Through Front of Oak Park Secretary of State, Steal ATM (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 20, 2013) Police are looking for four suspects who drove a stolen minivan through the front window of the Secretary of State office at 10 Mile and Coolidge in Oak Park just after midnight on Wednesday. The suspects used…

More than Just a Pretty Trunk: How Trees Enhance Complete Streets

More than Just a Pretty Trunk: How Trees Enhance Complete Streets (Jeff Prygoski, orig. Transportation for Michigan, Dec. 19, 2103) Roads and sidewalks have undergone dramatic transformations in communities with complete streets policies. More than 90 Michigan communities have passed complete street policies, which contain a variety of design elements that foster a safer, more…

Category Archives: Oak Park