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Clerks Come Together for Oakland County Safe, Healthy and Secure Elections Advisory Council

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, 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, South Lyon, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 10, 2020

We want to make sure all votes get counted, and elections can be held fairly and safely in 2020.

SMART Posts Survey for Business Owners as they Plan for Increasing Service

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, 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, South Lyon, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher May 14, 2020

As movement towards reopening unfolds, we are working to gather information about how businesses are planning to return to work.

Restaurant Inspection Reports Soon to be Available Online

Oakland County will join Macomb County, Wayne County and the City of Detroit, which have adopted similar policies.

Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo Helps Families Spring into Safety

All Stories, Ferndale, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher May 27, 2019

Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo Helps Families Spring into Safety (Sam Gurwin, May 27, 2019) Ferndale, MI -Spring was in the air on a beautiful Thursday in Schiffer Park for the annual Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo. Like a harbinger of spring the event has been preparing young people to pedal safely for about fifteen years. All…

2 am on Friday, Shots Fired in Downtown Ferndale

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher October 26, 2018

2 am on Friday, Shots Fired in Downtown Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 26, 2018) Ferndale, MI- Residents in the area of E. Breckenridge and Woodward Ave woke to the sound of gunshots early Friday morning. The incident happened in front of Bosco Lounge at 22930 Woodward Ave. According to Ferndale Police Chief Vincent…

Commissioner Shares What People Should Know about the Roads

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, Favorites, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, 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, South Lyon, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher October 3, 2018

Commissioner Shares What People Should Know about the Roads (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 3, 2018) Waterford, MI- What should people know when it comes to the roads? The Road Commissioner for Oakland County Ron Fowkes and RCOC Manager Dennis Kolar joined members of the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce recently for breakfast and to share…

State Police & Fire Safety Series #5: Swimming

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 2, 2018

State Police & Fire Safety Series #5: Swimming (Michigan State Police, July 2, 2018) Michiganders and visitors alike are urged to make safety a top priority in all seasonal activities while enjoying Pure Michigan at home or on the road. Summer safety tips from Michigan State Police Director Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue and State Fire…

State Police & Fire Safety Series #3: Grilling

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 28, 2018

State Police & Fire Safety Series #3: Grilling (Michigan State Police, June 28, 2018) Michiganders and visitors alike are urged to make safety a top priority in all seasonal activities while enjoying Pure Michigan at home or on the road. Summer safety tips from Michigan State Police Director Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue and State Fire…

Safety and Fun Spotlighted in Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher May 27, 2018

Safety and Fun Spotlighted in Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 27, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Free helmets, bicycle safety checks, licenses and a test riding course were all part of the annual Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo held May 17. Eighteen month old Denver Carter and his mom watched while four-year-old Keegan Carter…

Safety and Fun Spotlighted in Downtown Ferndale Bike Rodeo

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher May 27, 2018

Melting Snow and Rain Causing Issues on Gravel Roads, Caution Urged

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 20, 2018

Melting Snow and Rain Causing Issues on Gravel Roads, Caution Urged (RCOC, Feb. 20, 2018) Oakland County, MI – The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) advises drivers to use caution on gravel roads during the upcoming weeks. Rain mixed with snowmelt on many of the nearly 760 miles of gravel roads in Oakland County…

Melting Snow and Rain Causing Issues on Gravel Roads, Caution Urged

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 20, 2018

Prevent Tragedy by Knowing Facts about Carbon Monoxide

All Stories, Resources, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher November 12, 2017

Prevent Tragedy by Knowing Facts about Carbon Monoxide (C. Proxmire, Nov. 12, 2017) Each year people die from Carbon Monoxide poisoning. This Carbon Monoxide Safety Fact Sheet can help ensure you have all of the recommended warning, detection, and preventative maintenance measures in place to keep you and your family safe to avoid tragedy. The…

Bicycle Safety Reminders

All Stories, HollyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher August 21, 2017

Bicycle Safety Reminders (Jerry Walker, Village of Holly Manager, Aug. 21, 2017) What a fun-filled summer we have had in the village, with lots of events and activities for all. I have enjoyed seeing many people use the bike lanes to get around. As we continue to use the bike lanes, here are some tips to…

Free Smoke Detectors Available Through Red Cross

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 28, 2017

Free Smoke Detectors Available Through Red Cross (American Red Cross Michigan Region, Feb. 28, 2017) Oakland County, MI – The American Red Cross Michigan Region is offering free smoke detectors. Here’s how… Fill out the Smoke Alarm Request Form ~The Red Cross and its partners will install a limited number of free smoke alarms for…

Royal Oak Officials to Discuss 12 Mile Road Speed Limit Increase

All Stories, Royal Oak, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 18, 2016

Royal Oak Officials to Discuss 12 Mile Road Speed Limit Increase Royal Oak, MI – Should the speed limit on 12 Mile Road be raised? This question will be discussed at Monday’s Royal Oak City Commission meeting. According to the agenda packet, the City of Royal Oak and the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC)…

Wintertime Furnace Maintenance Important for Safety and Efficiency

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 6, 2016

Wintertime Furnace Maintenance Important for Safety and Efficiency (LARA – MI Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Dec. 6, 2016) As the weather has turned colder, now is the best time for an inspection and tune up of your home heating system by a properly licensed mechanical contractor to make sure your system is operating…

Tips for Elevator & Escalator Safety Week

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., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, South Lyon, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher November 14, 2016

Tips for Elevator & Escalator Safety Week (Office of Gov. Rick Snyder, Nov. 14, 2016) Lansing, MI – Gov. Rick Snyder has declared November 13-19 as Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week to educate the public to ride safely when using elevators, escalators, and moving walks. The state of Michigan has nearly 27,000 elevators and escalators.…

Readers Urged to Check Thermostats for Recall Notices after Fire in Troy

Readers Urged to Check Thermostats for Recall Notices after Fire in Troy (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 15, 2016) Troy, MI -The folks at Troy Medical Plaza had no idea that the thermostat in their building had been similar to one ordered recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (SPSC) until it caught fire on Wednesday…

FDA Changes Policy on Gay Men Donating Blood

All Stories, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher December 30, 2015

FDA Changes Policy on Gay Men Donating Blood (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 30, 3015) Washington, DC – The FDA announced on Dec. 21 that men who had sex with men (MSM) would be allowed to donate blood as long as they had not had sexual contact in over a year. Previously there was a lifetime…

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