SMART Bus Driver Hits Light Pole in Birmingham (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 17, 2014) On Tuesday afternoon a SMART Bus Driver who had been involved in an accident earlier in the day, hit a light pole and electrical pole in Birmingham, causing major damage to both. According to the Birmingham Eccentric, the 55-year-old bus driver…
The Life of Ferndale Chickens #3 – Chicken Acrobatics (Jillian Bogater, orig. Chicken Scratch Fever, April 17, 2014) BACKGROUND: Jillian Bogater and Matt Greenberg are cooped up in Ferndale, which in 2012 legalized backyard chickens. This is their first time urban farming with hens. Jillian, a professional journalist, and Matt, a brownfield redevelopment consultant, added…
Passed Out in Taco Bell Drive Through: Clawson Man Faces Two Felonies (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 16, 2014) Mike McConnell of the Daily Tribune reports that a Clawson man is facing third time drunk driving charges after passing out inside his car in the drive through of Taco Bell at 131 S. Crooks in Clawson.…
Passed Out in Taco Bell Drive Through: Clawson Man Faces Two Felonies (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 16, 2014) Mike McConnell of the Daily Tribune reports that a Clawson man is facing third time drunk driving charges after passing out inside his car in the drive through of Taco Bell at 131 S. Crooks in Clawson.…
Sneak Peak of M-Brew in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 15, 2014) The transformation of the old VFW Hall in Ferndale is nearly complete, and if all goes well the doors to Dino’s Lounge founder Dean Bach’s newest creation will be open by June. The ski lodge-like theme resonates with the simple pine walls, reclaimed…
Knitting Brings Neighbors Closer Together in Pleasant Ridge (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 15, 2014) The close-knit community of Pleasant Ridge is getting even tighter as residents come together to share their love and passion…for knitting. Pleasant Ridge Knitters has over 20 members who get together on the first and third Monday of each month at…
Knitting Brings Neighbors Closer Together in Pleasant Ridge (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 15, 2014) The close-knit community of Pleasant Ridge is getting even tighter as residents come together to share their love and passion…for knitting. Pleasant Ridge Knitters has over 20 members who get together on the first and third Monday of each month at…
White Powder in Envelope Shuts Down Royal Oak Police Station (City of Royal Oak Press Release, April 15, 2014) The Royal Oak Police Station was evacuated this morning at approximately 8 a.m. after a Royal Oak detective opened an envelope containing a white powdery substance. The Oakway Haz-Mat Response Team, which consists of firefighters from…
Ferndale Public Library Round Up: Best in Books and More (Jeff Milo, FPL Circulation Specialist, April 15, 2014) Newness surrounds me, daily. Working at the library means I’m privy to the latest and the greatest in books, movies and music, fresh titles shelved for circulation for any card-holder keen enough to stop in and check-out.…
Daryl Hannah’s Encouraging Words and more from 2014 VegFest (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 14, 2014) Video #1 – oc115.com exclusive interview and segment of presentation: Video #2 – full presentation When Daryl Hannah spoke at VegMichigan’s VegFest in Novi on April 13, she did not stand at a podium and lecture the crowd about what…
Daryl Hannah’s Encouraging Words and more from 2014 VegFest (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 14, 2014) Video #1 – oc115.com exclusive interview and segment of presentation: Video #2 – full presentation When Daryl Hannah spoke at VegMichigan’s VegFest in Novi on April 13, she did not stand at a podium and lecture the crowd about what…
ACLU Sues Michigan to Recognize Marriages of Same-Sex Couples (ACLU Press Release, April 14, 2014) The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan filed a lawsuit today to guarantee that the marriages of 300 same-sex couples performed in Michigan last month are recognized by the state. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of eight same-sex couples…
11th District State Senate Democrats Square Off at First Forum (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 12, 2014) A dozen days before the filing deadline, three Democratic candidates for the State Senate 11th District came before the Oak Park-Huntington Woods Democratic Club for their first forum. Current State Senator Vince Gregory of Southfield is being challenged…
11th District State Senate Democrats Square Off at First Forum (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 12, 2014) A dozen days before the filing deadline, three Democratic candidates for the State Senate 11th District came before the Oak Park-Huntington Woods Democratic Club for their first forum. Current State Senator Vince Gregory of Southfield is being challenged…
White Nosed Syndrome Hurting Michigan Bats (DNR and Organization for Bat Conservation Press Releases, April 12, 2014) The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced that the DNR survey team has discovered the presence of the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans and White-nose Syndrome in Michigan. Officials have confirmed the diagnosis in Little Brown Bats sampled at…
William Riley Teaches Seniors to Avoid Crime (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 11, 2014) “If you understand how crime works, once it starts it’s too late,” warned Wayne County Sheriff Deputy William Riley as he spoke to the Ferndale Seniors group on Wednesday. Riley visited the group to share tips for being safe and avoiding…
Shootings in Pontiac (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept., April 11, 2014) FROM DAY SHIFT: 04-10-14 THROUGH MIDNIGHT SHIFT: 04-11-14 INCIDENT: 15:42 HRS. – City of Pontiac – Assault w/ Gun – #14-51850 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Perkins for reports of shots fired and one subject shot. Deputies were further advised the…
Shootings in Pontiac (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept., April 11, 2014) FROM DAY SHIFT: 04-10-14 THROUGH MIDNIGHT SHIFT: 04-11-14 INCIDENT: 15:42 HRS. – City of Pontiac – Assault w/ Gun – #14-51850 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Perkins for reports of shots fired and one subject shot. Deputies were further advised the…
Former Ferndale Mayor Sues Historical Society (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 10, 2014) Former Mayor Robert McGee, who served from 1992-1994, is suing the Ferndale Historical Society for $25,000 in damages after being denied access to items in the Historical Museum. The Historical Society is an independent nonprofit that cares for historical documents and items, and…
Ferndale Reads Programming in Full Swing (FPL Press Release, April 10, 2014) The fun has just begun in Ferndale. Ferndale Public Library’s annual Ferndale Reads program, which kicked off on Mar. 22, has a variety of events that appeal to everyone. While supplies last, readers can pick up free copies of this year’s selection, Annie’s…