By Richard Zowie Leader Staff Writer Amid much debate and facing a looming budget deficit crisis in the water plant, Oxford Village council voted 4-1 on August 12 to approve’for a public hearing’a five percent water bill increase. The hearing will come at the council’s next meeting on August 26 at 6:30 p.m. Depending on […]
Pamela Wendy Barnett, 43, of Oxford, died August 12, 2008. She was the loving wife of Steve and devoted mother of Joshua and Nicole. Pamela was also the sister of Joan (Tom) Roney, Susan (Michael) O’Connor, Val (John) Lupe, and Joseph (Michalle) Grochowski. She was the daughter-in-law of Ruth (Carl) Garrett, and the late Loyce […]
The following letter was received from Gov. Jennifer Granholm in honor of The Clarkston News? 75 Anniversary: Dear Friends: Please accept my heartfelt congratulations and well wishes on this, the 75th anniversary of The Clarkston News. The Clarkston News history is representative of the millions of success stories that have made this great country what […]
By Samantha Kraska Leader Intern Practicing to compete in a national horse show takes serious dedication from both horse and rider to create a strong bond. So it’s a testament to Oxford resident Sarrah Palmer’s ability that she recently competed in the American Royal National Horse Show and earned the title of Reserve National Champion […]
Harvey R. Hoffman, of Lake Orion, passed away Aug. 6 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Betty. Brother of Eugene of Pontiac, Bob (Jan) of Weidman, Viola Golombiskey of Evart, and Verna Darling of Kingsley. Mr. Hoffman was a Marine Corps Veteran of the Korean Conflict, and was retired from G.M. Truck & […]
The Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce and Clarkston Community Schools will host a new community-wide Volunteer Appreciation Night on April 13 at Clarkston High School at 7 p.m. The event includes a program in the performing arts center with keynote motivational speaker Tim Cusack and music by the Madrigal Singers. A reception will follow in […]
The Clarkston Area Youth Assistance Youth Recognition Reception is scheduled for April 26 at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church on Waldon Rd. Nominations are now being accepted to recognize youth who have made an outstanding contribution to an individual or an organization without compensation for their time. For a nomination form, please call […]
If you’re eagerly awaiting the announcement of a new fire chief for Oxford Township, you’ll have to wait a little longer. Supervisor Bill Dunn said he wanted to delay making a decision on Pete Scholz as the possible new fire chief because the board hadn’t had a chance to discuss a letter from the Oxford […]
By Richard Zowie Leader Staff Writer Efforts to complete the Drahner Road Safety Path hit a snag at the August 13 Oxford Township board of trustees meeting when it was announced that the township’s budget for the project is far short of the prices quoted. Specifically, the township has about $85,000 in its Safety Path […]
Registration deadline for the May 3 Clarkston School Board of Education election is April 4, 2005. Electors wishing to register can visit any Secretary of State branch office, the Oakland County Clerk’s office or their local clerk’s office. For more information, please contact your local clerk’s office or the Oakland County Clerk’s office at 248-858-0564.