A warm sunny day with kids splashing in a spray park is a great way to honor the memory of former day camp counselor Renee Przybylski, according to those who knew her. “If you can imagine the most sweetest, happiest person, that was Renee,” said Kelly Arcello, Independence Township recreation programmer and a former classmate […]
While calling it “beyond our control,” Independence Township officials have apologized for late assessment increase notices and have scheduled additional board of review sessions. Officials have confirmed that “some” notices did not go out 10 days before the first meeting of the township board of review, as mandated by law. The issue came to light […]
Independence Township officials will attempt to develop a “sensitive materials” policy that does not violate the Freedom of Information Act. Trustee Daniel Travis has raised the issue of whether township officials might inadvertently contribute to potential “identity theft.” He became concerned that trustees have received documents such as liquor license applications with information such as […]
OK, so who is this guy and what is he going to do to our wonderful community newspaper? Fair questions. To answer them, however, I will have to violate the journalistic principle that says I should minimize the number of times I use “I” in this column. For those to whom education is important, I […]
(Note: The following is the first of a series on how local school officials develop new and revised curricula in light of changing standards and technology.) It’s no longer, “Read chapter 10 and answer all the odd-numbered problems.” School officials say changing professional standards – not to mention state and federal regulations – have affected […]
There’s a great exchange from an old television program, in which two partners are reflecting on the events of the day. One expressed his desire to escape the mental stress. “I think it would be a lot easier just to be stupid,” he said. “Oh, the old ignorance is bliss thing,” his partner replied. The […]
The proposed Clarkston school bond issue hasn’t changed, but officials want it to have more complete information. The board of education on Monday, March 24 voted to amend their “Resolution Setting Matters To Be Voted Upon” based on a recommendation from school attorney Bob Thrun. “It does not change the intent or the content of […]
A former Springfield Township sheriff’s deputy faces 20 criminal charges in connection with his alleged involvement with Internet child pornography. John Gomez, 43, of Waterford was arraigned Friday, Jan. 16 on two 10-count warrants before 51st District Judge Richard D. Kuhn Jr. His preliminary exam, originally scheduled Tuesday, has been rescheduled for March 5, according […]
Recent warmth may make the early April ice storm seem like old news, but it’s effect is still real for residents and business owners alike. Taking a break from his chainsaw duties Wednesday, April 9, Clarkston DPW worker Bob Purlesy said all emergency work was done within the city limits, but he estimated up to […]
Education, prevention and limited use of larvicide will be the weapons against mosquitoes that might carry the West Nile virus into Springfield Township. Trustees on Thursday, April 10 agreed to use $9,238.32 in Oakland County funds to treat township catch basins and wet retention basins with a larvicide. They will not attempt to treat lakes, […]