Ortonville-On Oct. 21, representatives from Ortonville were among those attending the first Main Street Oakland County Main Event in Pontiac. The event was orgainized to recognize those communities selected for the Main Street program and their respective accomplishments. ‘This was the first time all the recipents got together,? said Paul Zelenak, Ortonville village manager. ‘Meetings […]
Groveland Twp.- After state transportation officials dumped a proposed traffic light at the intersection of Oakwood Road and M-15 earlier this year, at least one local official says the light issue should be rekindled. At 4:45 p.m., on Sept. 1, township supervisor Robert DePalma was northbound on M-15 approaching the Oakwood Road intersection when a […]
Ortonville-Since 1983 David Bonner has been the name synonymous with local jewelry. Now after more than 20 years a second name and face will be part of the local proprietor in downtown Ortonville. Rob Wittstock, has purchased a small part of D.L.Bonner Jewelers, 431 Mill St. bringing his skills and professionalism to the landmark business. […]
Brandon Twp.- Some Kent Road neighbors say loggers from a Michigan- based sawmill may have out-chopped their welcome. Last April Alice and Allan Hines were approached by logger Michael Hackworth of Dansville, Mich. who expressed interest in purchasing some of the older hardwood trees on the adjoining forested property. After speaking with Hackworth, the Hines […]
Brandon Twp.-As a child, township resident Susan Reddy remembers family cruises through the German countryside past vineyards and farms near the banks of the Rhine River. ‘Mom and my sister Becky rode in the sidecar while Dad and I were on the bike,? said Reddy. Reddy’s father, Master Sgt. Jack Verveer was stationed at Hahn […]
A deer hunter for the past 10 years, Brandon Township resident Billy Starr says he prefers the balmy October deer archery season over the later November firearm-deer season. ‘The October season is not too cold, the squirrels are active and I see more deer,? said Starr. ‘It’s nothing to see six or seven deer per […]
Brandon Twp.-After canceling flu shots at all outreach health clinics across Oakland county, George Miller, manager for the Oakland County Health division said Thursday some shots will be available for county residents. ‘A limited supply of flu shots will be available,? said Miller. ‘We’ll pass (flu shots) out until they’re gone,? said Miller. On Oct. […]
Groveland Twp.- Ortonville resident Pat Harrison is an artist with unusual media. Harrison, 42, a graphic designer has been carving pumpkins for about 10 years and for the past five years has offered his creations for public display. ‘It’s just a hobby for me,? said Harrison. ‘I do the carving in a creative way, it’s […]
Brandon Twp.- The sweet aroma is a distinctive part of autumn’the aftermath of a process repeated for centuries, utilizing local fruit for a popular taste. Each Thursday morning from about mid-August through December, Dennis Ashton and a crew of workers spend a few hours producing apple cider. Operating a 1930s-era cider press the Ashtons purchased […]
Brandon Twp.-A former Brandon High school in-house detention room employee pleaded no contest to charges of criminal sexual conduct (CSC) on Oct. 11, before Oakland Circuit Judge Nanci J. Grant. He will be sentenced Dec. 14. Jodi Keck, 28, was arrested Feb. 26 in connection with the alleged assault on an 18-year old high school […]