Ferndale Beats Andover
…On Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 The Ferndale Eagles Varsity team faced off against the Bloomfield Hills Andover Barons…(read more)
DDA Goes to Lansing to Lobby for Main Street Oakland County
…Members of the Ferndale Downtown Development Authority (DDA) went to Lansing last month to lobby for state support of projects that help improve Downtown areas….(read more)
Former Mayor Goedert Appointed to Hazel Park Court
…Goedert began hearing cases September 13, but his official investiture ceremony is later this month. As District Court Judge he makes rulings in civil and criminal cases, as well as ruling in traffic court. …(read more)
First Stop Friday October: Recaps and Pictures
…First Stop Friday is a monthly concert series at the Ferndale Public Library featuring two local bands on the first Friday of each month. The concerts are free for all ages and run from 6:30 -9:00 PM. For more information: visit http://780s.blogspot.com or contact Kelly Bennett at k.d.bennett79@gmail.com or 248-546-2504….(read more)
District Students Practice Bus Safety Drills
…Ferndale Schools students grades K-8 practiced proper bus safety with bus drivers this week. The District Transportation Department makes sure students go through these drills once a year, as a precautionary measure, to ensure our students know how to respond in case of a bus crisis. …(read more)
Commercial Property Showcase Attracts Potential New Businesses to Ferndale
The Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the Fourth Annual Ferndale Commercial Property Showcase on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 in the pedestrian alley behind Dino’s (22740 Woodward) to introduce potential buyers or renters to spaces that are available in the City….(read more)
The Beat Goes On: Noise issue not over
City Hall was packed on Monday, Sept. 27, 2010 as residents came out to speak against the sound ordinance petition being circulated by W. Troy Street resident Sherry Wells. Wells and ten of her neighbors. The neighbors had been attempting to get an ordinance on the ballot that would lower decibels throughout the City to 65 and ban outside amplified music… (read more)
Peace Action Heads to DC
…Area peace and human rights activists are joining labor union members and other activists in Michigan leaving on buses to be part of “One Nation Working Together” this weekend in Washington, DC…(read more)
New Signs are on the Way
…The Way finding project includes designs for many levels of signage throughout the city, but mainly in the Downtown area…(read more)
City opts out of May School Board Election, County to take over at extra cost
The School Board, which is an independent governing body, has not moved the election to November, so City Council has turned over responsibility for administering the election to the County – which is expected double the cost to the District, but eliminate the cost to the City.
Police Report:Grow House Busted, CVS Has CD Stolen
Police Report: Marijuana Grow House Busted, CVS Has CD Stolen… (read more)
Financial Planning Committee tries to tackle budget problems
…We want to hear your ideas for how the City should cover the $3 million deficit left by declines in property values and state revenue sharing. We will be collecting ideas from readers and if we get enough good ones (ie, suggestions that are practically applicable to decreasing the deficit), we’ll present them to the committee – and to other readers – to consider. …(read more)
Seniors learn what it means when the “f” is up
…Maybe there are a lot of former teachers in this group. A balanced ‘f’ is a rare thing,” said handwriting expert Gina Glassgold at the Sept. 22, 2010 Ferndale Seniors meeting….(read more)
Oak Park Artist Steven Gamburd Says Art is Normal
“I think my art is about dreams, spirituality and existence – you know, life,” says Oak Park artist Steven Gamburd whose paintings have graced the walls of the Pittman-Puckett Gallery at Affirmations (290 W. 9 Mile) since August 13, 2010. (read more)
Adjusting to Help AIDS Patients
…Dr. Farkas will be giving a presentation on the ways that chiropractic care can benefit AIDS patients on October 11, 2010 at 7pm at his office at 22540 Woodward. Members of the HIV/AIDS advocacy group Higher Ground will be treated to refreshments and have an opportunity to ask questions. …(read more).
Art is Normal says Steven Gamburd
Art is Normal says Steven Gamburd (Crystal A. Proxmire) “I think my art is about dreams, spirituality and existence – you know, life,” says Oak Park artist Steven Gamburd whose paintings have graced the walls of the Pittman-Puckett Gallery at Affirmations (290 W. 9 Mile) since August 13, 2010. His exhibit, called “The New Frontier”…
Trading Time with Ferndale TimeBank
The Ferndale TimeBank has been busy signing up new members and banking hours that can be traded for some exciting new offers for services! Monthly meetings continue, and a Lunch and Learn session is planned for November 20th. (read more)
Man Attempts to Bribe Officer
Police Report: Man with Multiple Warrants Attempts to Bribe Officer (Lt. William Wilson) Yesterday evening at approx. 5:30 p.m. police acted on information supplied by a citizen that he was just assaulted by a man who pointed a gun at the informant. He further stated that the suspect was wanted on several warrants. Police verified…
Copper Crooks Hit Vacant Homes
Two men are in custody for breaking into vacant homes and stealing copper piping. (read more)
Motorcyclist Hit on Woodward Ave.
Motorcycle accident closes Woodward Avenue. (read more)