Holiday food drive: Community rallies to provide

By David Fleet Editor Atlas Twp. — The Goodrich/Atlas Township community delivered this holiday season once again. On Dec. 16, the annual community food drive was completed and distributed at the Goodrich Lions Club, 9196 S. State Road. In total 35 area families in need had a brighter holiday season thanks the efforts of many. […]

When Christmas comes to town

When Christmas comes to town

Elf and Ortonville mail-carrier Lisa Harrison and Santa dropping off packages to Harvey-Swanson Elementary before the holiday break. Photo: Patrick McAbee.

OCSO: Fraud, theft suspect collared out of state

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — A Florida woman has been arrested in connection with fraud and theft from a Brandon Township resident. Jessica Fountaine currently has pending charges of third degree grand theft, uttering a forged bill, check or draft, and scheme to defraud a financial institution for a total bond of […]

Digital display speed signs collect data, deterrent

By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp. — Motorists on Grange Hall and Tripp roads through the township will now be reminded just how fast they are traveling. Earlier this month the Road Commission for Oakland County installed digitally displayed speed alert message signs on a section of Grange Hall Road and Tripp Road. Four solar […]

A passion for poinsettias

A passion for poinsettias

Noonie Kowalski and Tricia Daymond of Wojo’s Greenhouse, 2570 Oakwood Road, Brandon Township putting out poinsettias ahead of Christmas. Photo: Patrick McAbee.

Parents urged to watch for signs of vaping in teens

By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer Brandon Twp. — Local law enforcement are advising parents of students to be aware of lethargic or new behaviors, a fruit-like smell and a film on inside of the car windows. Across the nation, vaping is on the rise among teens. According to the Food and Drug administration, about 10% […]

MSP: Domestic violence shooting ends in arrest

By David Fleet Editor Holly Twp. — At 10:40 p.m., Dec. 13, Michigan State Police Second District responded to a residence just west I-75 and Grange Hall Road for a domestic violence non-fatal shooting. When troopers arrived at the residence they located a victim that had been shot in the leg. Preliminary investigation revealed that the […]

Students behind the wheel: Save a Life Tour

By David Fleet Editor Goodrich — On Friday morning Charlotte Bemus was behind the wheel and out of control. “It was scary not having full control over the situation while driving,” said Bemus, a 17-year-old Goodrich High School junior and licensed driver. “If I were in this situation I would not want to hurt anyone, […]

Parking issues halt future of old village fire hall

By David Fleet Editor Goodrich— On Monday night the Goodrich Village Council voted 5-0 to send a proposal for a conditional use authorization on 10214 Hegel Road, the old fire hall back to the planning commission for reconsideration. On Nov. 28, the village planning commission voted 5-3 with one abstention to deny a conditional use […]

Groveland Township Fire Department, operation, funding evaluation

By David Fleet Editor Groveland Twp. — On Monday night the Groveland Township Board of Trustees were presented a comprehensive evaluation of the township fire department. At a cost of $4,000 on Jan. 9, the township retained Rich Marinucci, of the Firefighters Safety Officers Association to study the township fire department. “It’s clear we have to […]

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