Clawson to Break Ground on New Skate Park (City of Clawson Press Release, April 29, 2015) We are excited to announce the groundbreaking for the “Clawson Skate Park” project on May 7, 2015. The new skate park will be a free, outdoor, cement skate park located at the Clawson City Park. Construction of the…
Garden Fresh Not Going Anywhere in Spite of Big-Name Talks (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 28, 2015) “Garden Fresh Gourmet is not going anywhere.” That is the promise made by Jack Aronson, who started the Ferndale-based company 18 years ago by packaging and selling his special recipe salsa that was once a staple at the Clubhouse…
32 Choices for Hazel Park Superintendent, Process Continues April 29 (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 28, 2105) With 32 applicants to choose from, The Hazel Park School Board and the interim leaders in the district are looking forward to examining the possibilities for who the next Superintendent will be. “Traditionally, the district has always promoted from…
Unlawful Imprisonment and Assault Suspect Arrested in Royal Oak (Royal Oak Police, April 28, 2015) On Sunday, April 26, 2015 at 6:30 a.m., Royal Oak police officers responded to the 1500 block of N. Washington and arrested 29-year-old Royal Oak resident, Jason Dale, for Unlawful Imprisonment, Felonious Assault, Aggravated Assault, and Malicious Destruction of Property.…
The Drones Win in Ferndale as Council Quashes Ban Idea (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 27, 2015) “Drone Gate” is over. After about a dozen quad-copter enthusiasts showed up at Ferndale City Council to oppose a ban on drones, council decided to drop the idea. “I will wait for the FAA and the state. We’ve got…
Ferndale to Vote Monday on Drone Ban (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 26, 2015) The City of Ferndale is scheduled to vote Monday on an ordinance that would ban all drone use within the city limits, with the exception that it specifically allows it for law enforcement or on one’s own property. The ordinance comes as…
Man Murdered While Painting Apartment in Pontiac (Oakland County Sheriff, April 26, 2015) INCIDENT: 13:53 hrs. – City of Pontiac – Homicide Investigation. #15-61589 SUMMARY: Deputies responded to the 10 block of S. Mill Street on the report of a person who had been shot. Deputies searched the apartment building and located an apartment door…
Royal Oak Student Reporters to Attend First Ever PBS NewsHour Academy in DC (ROS Press Release, April 26, 2015) This summer, three talented young journalists from Royal Oak High School will be among 18 students from across the country selected to participate in the first Student Reporting Labs Academy in Washington D.C. Georgie Abbey, Annie…
Ferndale Youth Assistance Offers Special Summer Camps (FYA Press Release April 25, 2015) Ferndale Youth Assistance has funds available to help send kids in the Ferndale School District or those that attend Ferndale Schools may be eligible. The camp scholarships are made possible by those who donate to FYA through the year or who…
Ferndale Finds a Way: City to Appoint Two New Housing Commissioners (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 24, 2015) As residents in the Ferndale Housing program await the results of a HUD Review into the numerous issues of the Ferndale Housing Commission, the City is taking what action it can. While the City of Ferndale was thought…
Ferndale Stalking Suspect Flees Police, Crashes, Jumps from Hotel Window and Dies (compiled, April 24, 2015) A 56 year old man is dead after leading police on a chase through Oakland County and trying to escape by jumping through a hotel window, according to WXYZ. The suspect, from Ferndale, is accused of cutting wires to…
Ferndale Stalking Suspect Flees Police, Crashes, Jumps from Hotel Window and Dies (compiled, April 24, 2015) A 56 year old man is dead after leading police on a chase through Oakland County and trying to escape by jumping through a hotel window, according to WXYZ. The suspect, from Ferndale, is accused of cutting wires to…
Five Facts about the Ferndale Fire Department (City of Ferndale Press Release, April 24, 2015) 1. They go on 2,500 runs per year. Photo courtesy of Crystal Proxmire, Oakland County 115 That averages out to seven runs per day, which means that—on top of training, inspections, equipment maintenance and testing, and emergency preparedness and fire…
Tips for Working with Home Improvement Contractors (LARA Press Release, April 24, 2015) Spring has sprung and many homeowners will start home improvements or building projects. Before you do, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) offers some important tips that will help you find a good contractor, and avoid common and often…
Panel Affirms Courts Cannot Imprison Poor for Inability to Pay (Michigan Supreme Court Press Release, April 23, 2015) In a report released today, an expert panel reaffirmed the commitment of Michigan courts that individuals who are unable to pay court fines or costs cannot be incarcerated. The workgroup of 19 judges, court administrators, and other…
Berkley Court Closure Close, Royal Oak is Ready for More Cases (City of Berkley, April 22, 2015) Beginning Monday, April 20, 2015, the 44th District Court – Berkley Division will be closed for lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm. The 44th District Court will also be closed to the public on Wednesdays. If you need assistance during these…
Berkley Court Closure Close, Royal Oak is Ready for More Cases (City of Berkley, April 22, 2015) Beginning Monday, April 20, 2015, the 44th District Court – Berkley Division will be closed for lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm. The 44th District Court will also be closed to the public on Wednesdays. If you need assistance during these…
Oakland County Touts Tech248 Success (Oakland County Press Release, April 22, 2015) Tech248 meetups attracted more than 400 technology industry professionals and students, including the founder of an Oakland County-based company who was among 50 people nationwide recently invited to the White House to talk tech. The meetups are vital to Tech248’s mission of connecting…
Heyday of Grass is Past as Ferndale Approves Natural Landscape Ordinance Changes (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 22, 2015) The picture perfect suburban lawn was a nearly impossible, and ultimately disappointing dream for Rebecca Hammond who would joke that she made sacrifices to the “Grass God” each year as she paid for seed, fertilizers, and endless…
Countdown to Mobile Mayhem – What Google Policy Change Means (Lisa Schmidt, Legal Linguist, April 21, 2015) You’ll be seeing some changes around here in the next couple weeks. That’s because starting April 21, 2015, Google will be promoting mobile friendly websites over any others. Here’s what to expect and how to prepare. Google’s New…