By Susan Bromley Staff Writer The phone rings shortly after 7 p.m. on a recent Friday night at the Oakland County Emergency Dispatch Center. Andrea Almanza answers the call. “9-1-1, what is your location?” The woman on the other end gives a Pontiac address and speaks in a rush, nearly incoherently. “A mother and daughter […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- Rocking and raking is back on. “Teens and Seniors Rocking and Raking,” will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, April 30. Clerk Candee Allen put out a plea to save the 1-day event in which volunteers do various yard work chores for senior citizens and disabled adults […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer Brandon Twp.- After a bullet hit a township house this week and multiple shooting complaints, police are reminding residents of gun laws. “It is illegal to fire weapons, whether it’s hunting or target shooting, within 450 feet of a building,” said Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Greg Glover, commander of […]
By Susan Bromley Staff Writer All positions on the three area township boards will be up for grabs this year. If you’re interested in filling one of the available seats, the deadline is fast approaching for filing to be on the ballot. Potential candidates can obtain petition forms at their respective township board offices, Atlas, […]
Brandon Twp.- Students who attend Brandon Schools but live in Groveland Township will continue to pay a $6 fee per year if they want a Brandon Township Public Library card. Oakland County Circuit Court Judge Michael Warren issued an opinion and order in the civil suit Brandon School District v. the Brandon Township Public Library […]
Brandon Twp.- Students who attend Brandon Schools but live in Groveland Township will continue to pay a $6 fee per year if they want a Brandon Township Public Library card. Oakland County Circuit Court Judge Michael Warren issued an opinion and order in the civil suit Brandon School District v. the Brandon Township Public Library […]
Brandon Twp.- The Brandon School Board will vote on ratification tonight of a three-year contract with the Michigan Education Association, representing about 200 teachers in the district. The tentative agreement will have a change in the school calendar year, following a mandate from Gov. Jennifer Granholm and the State of Michigan that the school year […]
Brandon Twp.- Brittany Ward watches as Brian Andrus lifts Scout Crowell above his head on stage during a rehearsal for ‘Oklahoma!? Crowell is balanced with arms outstretched and Andrus holds her in the air for a few moments. While the two students look fairly comfortable now, Ward, the musical’s director, notes it took perhaps a […]
Brandon Twp.- A good time is brewing at the library. The Michigan Brew Supply Company will present ‘Make Beer, Taste Beer,? from 3-6 p.m., March 5, at the Brandon Township Public Library, 304 South St. The program is free. ‘It’s home brewing 101,? said Nicole Vanschagen, co-owner of Michigan Brew Supply Company, in business since […]
Ortonville- The weather was wintry this week, but village plans for summer are underway. Area residents are invited to attend a Beets, Beats and Eats focus group meeting at 6 p.m., March 1, at the Old Town Hall. Dinner will be provided as members of the Downtown Development Authority review past seasons of the community […]