Like a finely-tuned machine, dozens of volunteers took to their designated stations Friday, sorting and packing items and preparing to deliver more than 160 Christmas baskets to local families and individuals needing help this holiday season. The annual Lions Club project runs like clockwork today, with everyone knowing his role and all working efficiently as […]
With help from neighboring departments, Lake Orion police spoiled the holidays for a man who recently robbed the village’s Sunoco station. On Nov. 28, an armed man thought to be in his early twenties, walked into the Sunoco at 378 Broadway, asked the cashier for change, then demanded all the money in the store’s cash […]
Recognizing and preserving the history of the Village of Lake Orion has been an ongoing commitment of some dedicated residents. The effort of these local historians has not gone unnoticed by others who view preservation as a worthwhile and necessary challenge. And now their efforts are reaping dividends. In July, the Village received Historic District […]
Seeing a man standing on a roof in a colorful costume isn’t a far stretch during the holiday season. But when the man on the roof is wearing a blue body suit with a big ‘S? on the front and a flowing cape in back, it’s not exactly the Santa-like image one might expect to […]
Since the reopening of the Sagebrush Cantina two weeks ago, parking spaces have been at a premium downtown. To ensure that the village’s two-hour parking limit is observed, the Lake Orion Police Department is adopting more stringent enforcement of parking limits. Along with greater enforcement, fines for parking beyond the two-hour limit are being increased, […]
Downtown Development Authority Director Lois Golden said it’s not too late for local children to send a letter off to Santa Claus, and still get a return letter from him before Christmas. She said the little ones may drop off their letters in the Santa post box at the front of the DDA offices at […]
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays keeping us preoccupied, let’s not forget about the men and women serving in uniform in places like Iraq, Afghanistan and countless other duty stations around the world. The holidays can be a particularly difficult time for parents, spouses, grandparents, brothers, sisters and friends of our servicemen and […]
Gene Carlson says investing in his own community is a wise business decision — while being potentially lucrative. When many communities across the state continue to struggle in today’s economy, Carlson, a local real estate investor, believes the future is bright for downtown Lake Orion. As evidence, he is currently in the process of renovating […]
If you’ve been seeking something out of the ordinary for that young individualist on your holiday shopping list, a visit to Little Monsters could end your search. Christine McKenna, co-owner of the specialty shop at 15 E. Flint St. downtown, says the store caters to youngsters whose interests extend beyond the mainstream. ‘We feature specialty […]
Dozens of local law enforcement officers and emergency personnel gathered with Mothers Against Drunk Driving officials and political leaders Nov. 28, to salute two decades of MADD’s efforts to eliminate drunk driving. The ceremony at Olde World Canterbury Village represented the kickoff of the 2006 ‘Tie One On? campaign aimed at educating the public about […]