OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland County’s Sheriff’s Office is offering residents free trigger locks for their firearms to prevent unwanted access to a gun. Locks are available at all sheriff’s office substations, the sheriff’s office headquarters located at 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. on the Oakland-County government complex and most local law enforcement agencies, according to […]
Gerry Lee Burchard of Oxford, age 77, passed away on May 30, 2024. Gerry is the beloved husband of Joyce, having shared 36 years of marriage together; loving father of Grady (Toni) Guye, Michelle Burchard, the late Carla Guye and the late Yvette Guye; loving grandfather of five; great-grandfather of seven; and dear brother of […]
Hubert Kerschbaum of Lake Orion went to be with our Lord and Savior on May 31, 2024. He was 87 years old. Hubert leaves behind his loving and devoted wife, Joyce, with whom he shared an incredible 66 years of marriage; daughters Judith (Steven) Zachar and Susanne (Lawrence) Pfeffer; grandchildren Rachel (Bradley) Sugden (née Zachar), […]
OXFORD TWP. — The Northeast Oakland Historical Society & Museum will host the Historic Oxford Trolley Tour of Homes on June 9. “Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the rich history of Oxford! For the FIRST time ever, hop aboard an old-fashioned Trolley Car and be transported back to the enchanting 1870s […]
LAKE ORION — Scouts from Lake Orion Pack 233 carried a giant American flag in the annual Memorial Day Parade. Photo by Jim Newell.
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer ssoldan@mihomepaper.com LAKE ORION — On May 14, Lake Orion resident Thunder competed in the 148th annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show. Thunder is a three-year-old Golden Retriever. “He did great,” said owner Nellie Morack. “He didn’t place, but he showed really good. It’s just thrilling to be accepted to go […]
The Summer Reading Kickoff begins in the reading garden at the Orion Township Public Library, 825 Joslyn Rd, on June 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The annual program for youth, teens and adults will have blow-up obstacle courses, strolling entertainment and activities hosted by local organizations. Two local food trucks will also be […]
Parent(s): David and Melissa Reisler GPA: 3.86 Favorite subject(s): Chemistry and Algebra Extracurricular activities: Lacrosse and golf Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy painting, running and snowboarding Plans after graduation: I plan to go to Central Michigan University and study pre-med and hopefully join their club lacrosse team Courtney is proudest of: The people I surround myself with […]
Transition to save money long term, show long-term support to local Orion Assembly plant By Joseph Goral Staff Writer jgoral@mihomepaper.com LAKE ORION — Orion Township used federal Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program funding to purchase their fleet’s first electric vehicle, a new Chevrolet Silverado, from Wally Edgar Chevrolet on May 21. The grant […]
Location will be credit union’s 12th Michigan location, second in Oakland County INDEPENDENCE TWP. — Dort Financial Credit Union recently completed the purchase of a former bank building for a new location in Clarkston. The building, located at 5750 Baypointe Boulevard, will be the credit union’s 12th branch location in Michigan. The credit union anticipates […]