No need to rush this Halloween because the Village of Oxford has extended its official trick-or-treating time by 30 minutes. ‘I think parents know what’s best for their kids,? said Councilman Tony Albensi. ‘Is it really government’s responsibility to mandate the time that kids can trick-or-treat? . . . If we must, I would be […]
Disabled voters are going to have an easier time heading to polls in the Village of Leonard thanks to a grant from the State of Michigan. Rowland Hall (23 E. Elmwood) will be receiving two reimbursement grants worth approximately $7,144.95 for a new threshold ramp and to install automatic doors that comply with the Americans […]
There’s no denying that the streetscape concept proposed for downtown Oxford is absolutely beautiful. In fact, I’d go so far as to say it’s dazzling, even breathtaking. It’s obvious that a lot of time, effort and thought went into creating this plan. Kudos to the planners! The images shown at the Feb. 20 Downtown Development […]
Residents of the Lake Villa Manufactured Home community have a new landlord. Last week, the Auburn Hills-based Christopher Investment Company sold the park to KDM Development in Rochester, New York. ‘They own it now,? said Greg Christopher. ‘He’s a good guy and I’m sure he’ll do a good job. Hopefully he’ll work with the community […]
Local restaurateur Victoria Connolly will be honored Monday, Oct. 1 as Crossroads for Youth’s ‘Volunteer of the Year? at the nonprofit agency’s open house and annual meeting. ‘I was surprised and honored,? said Connolly, who owns Victoria’s Delights in Oxford. ‘They have tons of volunteers. I was really surprised that they picked me.? ‘We wanted […]
It was a tale of two cities as Maureen Krauss, deputy director of Economic Development and Community Affairs for Oakland County, addressed the Rotary Club of Oxford last week. Krauss talked about the different roles played by the state, county and local community when it comes to attracting new businesses and retaining existing ones. ‘In […]
An $1,800 grant from Target was awarded to the Oxford Public Library last week in recognition of its efforts to inspire early childhood literacy. ‘I was so surprised,? said grant applicant Shae Smith, the library’s head of youth services. ‘I couldn’t believe it. I opened the envelope and there was an $1,800 check in it […]
Oxford Village’s recent election signaled more than just the end of deposed council President George Del Vigna’s political career ? ha, ha. It spelled the end of cityhood as a viable political movement. Del Vigna’s defeat was a clear message that voters don’t want cityhood. Three of the five council candidates voiced opposition to cityhood […]
Put your thinking caps on and go purchase a copy of ?101 Fun Things to do with Straw? because registration forms are currently being accepted for Oxford’s annual Scarecrow Contest. ‘We’re really encouraging people to participate,? said Nina Butler, events coordinator for the Oxford Downtown Development Authority. ‘We’re hoping for a really fun event.? To […]
Normally, dogs aren’t allowed in school, but when they come all the way from Alaska, exceptions can be made. On Monday, Daniel Axford Elementary had a couple of furry visitors when Alaskan huskies Ketza and King Tut dropped by with their master, Joe Pawelek. Pawelek, who’s originally from Rochester Hills, visited the school to share […]