Walking through the centuries-old Lakeview Cemetery in Independence Township, it’s understandable if one feels the urge to ask occupants what their lives were like. Next weekend, you can. Clarkston Community Historical Society hosts its annual Cemetery Walk, 6:30-8 p.m., Saturday, May 22, in the cemetery, 6150 White Lake Road. Costumed re-enactors, some direct descendants of […]
Brandon Toth of Clarkston learned the value of preplanning in his Eagle Scout project. “Get all materials on site, all the people scheduled, all tools ready,” said Toth, who constructed a paving-stone patio at Clintonwood Park this past summer. It took one day to build because of all the planning.” The senior at Clarkston High […]
For Kande Ngalamulume, Democrat candidate for U.S. Congress, Clarkston was just the spot to kick off his campaign. “I love the people of Clarkston and north Oakland County,” said Ngalamulume, May 6, in front of 5 S. Main Street, home of The Clarkston News. “Get used to me, I’m going to be here a lot.” […]
As owner and practitioner at Clarkston Veterinary Clinic for the past 25 years, Dr. Howard J. Schwartz personally cares for people’s pets. “I see each patient, and clients know they’ll see the same doctor,” Schwartz said. “I like to offer personalized care, and spend time with patients.” Growing up in Oak Park, he worked as […]
According to Superintendent Al Roberts, selection of Clarkston’s new deputy superintendent and human resources director was to be based on specific profiles developed for the district, not familiarity. “I was very clear with the team that the selection would be one of merit, not loyalty,” said Roberts in his recommendation memo provided though the Freedom […]
Hope blooms anew with Clarkston Elementary School’s Pink Tulip Project. Students planted 500 tulips in honor of Sandy Winn, media specialist at the school. The ‘Mrs. Winn will WIN!? garden, planted this past October, is a symbol of hope and renewal for cancer patients and their families, said Patty Walters, fourth grade teacher. Fourth grade […]
According to Superintendent Al Roberts, selection of Clarkston’s new deputy superintendent and human resources director was to be based on specific profiles developed for the district, not familiarity. “I was very clear with the team that the selection would be one of merit, not loyalty,” said Roberts in his recommendation memo provided though the Freedom […]
For Kande Ngalamulume, Democrat candidate for U.S. Congress, Clarkston was just the spot to kick off his campaign. “I love the people of Clarkston and north Oakland County,” said Ngalamulume, May 6, in front of 5 S. Main Street, home of The Clarkston News. “Get used to me, I’m going to be here a lot.” […]
According to the superintendent, the chief responsibility of local schools is to sell houses. “A community is known by the schools it keeps, so unbalanced and needlessly negative reporting is problematic from a number of perspectives,” said Superintendent Al Roberts in an email, April 26. “First and foremost, as a school district and as a […]
Clarkston Wolfhounds rugby takes to the field with its first practice, 9 a.m., Saturday, May 1, behind Clarkston Eagles hall, 5640 Maybee Road. “The Eagles generously allowed us to set up a field on their property,” said coach Brian Lenaghan of Springfield Township, a rugby player since college. “I love team sports. The kids learn […]