The Independence Township Board of Trustees took one step closer to consolidation at their meeting Tuesday by approving a draft application for an Oakland County feasibility study. The study needs approval by both the City of the Village of Clarkston and Independence Township in order to be accepted by the county, said Oakland County Commissioner […]
It’s a special time of year. One that makes me shake. One that brings hope, which leads to many sleepless nights. One that makes my stomach queasy in anticipation. One that bring joy to me and millions of people around the world. If you experience some of these symptoms, you may be a baseball addict. […]
If you’re looking for a service to attend this Easter, look no further. The Clarkston News assembled a list of all the Easter services in the area. Happy Easter! Assembly of God Bridgewood Church, 6765 Rattalee Lk. Rd., 248-625-1344 Good Friday: service from noon to 1 p.m Easter Sunday: service at 10 a.m. *** Baptist […]
Consolidating Clarkston and Independence Township is an idea at least worth checking out, officials decided last Tuesday. Township Trustee Dan Kelly proposed consolidation as a way to increase government efficiency. Clarkston Councilman Cory Johnston, speaking during public comments, said he is open to exploring the possibility. “Becoming a city was the choice of the people,” […]
It’s back to the docks for residents looking for more boating restrictions on local lakes. After going back and forth for several months between Independence Township Board of Trustees and Planning Commission and not gaining approval from either, trustees decided Tuesday to form a sub-committee for more study. An ordinance amendment under discussion would limit […]
Lead story July 1, 1992, The Clarkston News: ‘Transformed, Clarkston is now a city.? Fifteen years later, township officials may not be sure that was such a great idea. Trustees Dan Kelly and Charles Dunn placed the issue of reconsolidating Independence Township and City of the Village of Clarkston on yesterday’s Board of Trustees agenda. […]
In light of recent complaints filed against Independence Township for discrimination and the arrest of Joshua Babe, a former Department of Public Works employee, current and former DPW employees have come forward to share their own stories. Accusations of mistreatment ‘It’s a bad thing over there,? said Brian*, a former DPW worker. ‘There is a […]
Saturn of Clarkston is teaming up with The Kaleidoscope Foundation to auction off one 2007 Saturn Sky Redline Turbo to raise funds for a new foundation facility. The Kaleidoscope Foundation provides programs for senior citizens and people with disabilities in the seven townships, including Springfield and Independence, of Oakland County. Kaleidoscope was formed in 1988 […]
At their fundraiser last week, the Independence Township Senior Center took its first steps toward moving into a new home. The current facility housing the senior center is an old farmhouse in Clintonwood Park. With many stairs and narrow hallways, the facility isn’t working for the seniors, said Senior Center Coordinator Margaret Bartos. The new […]
BY KELLY L. REYNOLDS Clarkston News Staff Writer If there is one thing that Kristen Newlon has learned during her time as a volunteer at the Independence Township Senior Center, it’s that you can’t take life too seriously. Newlon, a 22-year-old Oakland University student and 2002 Clarkston High School graduate, spends her time Wednesday and […]