An Oxford firefighter accused of domestic violence against his girlfriend will stand trial in Rochester Hills 52-3 District Court. Jury selection is set for Friday, May 19 in Judge Lisa L. Asadoorian’s courtroom. Randy Darnell, 30, is facing a misdemeanor charge of domestic violence after allegedly assaulting his 28-year-old girlfriend on Sunday, Feb. 12. He […]
For a police officer, firearms training is more than just hitting the bull’s-eye on some paper target. It’s about exercising good judgement while making split-second decisions under pressure. ‘What the bad guy does is one thing, what we do is another,? said Oxford Village Police Sgt. Mike Solwold, a firearms instructor for the department. All […]
It looks like taxpayers won’t be picking up the tab for six chrome shovels purchased for ceremonial purposes relating to the Polly Ann Trail. Last week, Larry Obrecht, project manager for the trail’s surfacing and M-24 pedestrian bridge, withdrew his request to be reimbursed $1,439 for six ceremonial shovels he purchased in September 2005. ‘I […]
RIDING FOR A GOOD CAUSE ? Shenanigans Farm on Oakwood Road in Addison Township hosted the first of three ‘barn shows? Sunday to raise money for Horses? Haven. Located in Howell, Horse’s Haven is a non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare and humane care of horses, ponies, donkeys and other large animals. Shenanigans? show featured […]
Oxford High School held its annual Talent Show Friday night in the Performing Arts Center. Twenty-one acts featuring singing, dancing, instrumental performances and comedy graced the stage. Peter Banachowski won the ‘open category? and best overall act with his side-splitting stand-up comedy routine. The band category was won by Nick Boni and Mark Peter as […]
Quilting enthusiasts have a new headquarters in downtown Oxford ? Aunt Nan’s Fabrics. Located at 40 S. Washington Street, the 1,800-square-foot store features a wide variety of fabrics, notions (thread, needles, pins, scissors, etc.), books and patterns for quilters of all experience levels. By the time Aunt Nan’s Fabrics hosts its grand opening April 21-29, […]
For the second time this month, the Oxford Village Council has selected someone to fill the remainder of a resigning member’s term of office. Last night, Christopher Bishop, a 1990 graduate of Oxford High School, was named council’s ‘designate? to replace village President Renee Donovan when her resignation becomes effective May 10. Donovan announced her […]
Doug Kennedy devoted his life to helping others. From molding and teaching kids at Camp Oakland (now Crossroads for Youth) to protecting and serving the public as a reserve officer for the Oxford Village Police Department, Kennedy positively impacted everyone he came in contact with. ‘He quietly seved the community without seeking recognition,? said Dr. […]
New York. Milan. Paris. Oxford. Okay, so the last one may not be one of the fashion capitals of the world, but it will play host to a fashion show to raise funds for this year’s junior/senior prom. Oxford High School’s Performing Arts Center will be the site of the show 8 p.m. Tuesday, April […]
Oxford Township stands to gain 851 water customers and an estimated 400 gallons per minute of additional water capacity thanks to local developer Greg Christopher’s proposed donation. For the sum of $1, the owner of the Auburn Hills-based Christopher Investment Co. requested the township assume ownership and operation of the four private drinking water wells […]