By Joe St. Henry Review Editor There is no doubt Ralph Finneren, a resident of Orion Township since the late 1970s, tackled life with a passion and lived life to the fullest. Not only did he enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including sailing on Lake Orion and bicycling, but was a dedicated GM pipefitter […]
By Joe St. Henry Review Editor This weekend, Lake Orion resident Jeff Kinser is flying to China. On Aug. 19, he will bring home a special overseas present to his wife and kids: a new addition to the family. Four-year old Elisyn is the couple’s third adopted child from China, joining Sawyer, 5, and Vaughn, […]
With lots of food, drink, and laughter, Clarkston-area residents raised about $45,000 for Lighthouse North. Dr. Shivajee and Terri Nallamouthu of Independence Township opened their home for the annual Open Your Heart fundraiser Feb. 14. Detroit Pistons basketball star Lindsey Hunter also made a special appearance in support of the event.
BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer Clarkston High School sophomore Sean Maier has spent his snow days preparing to go to nationals. Last year was Maier’s first year of snowboarding. He qualified to go to nationals, but he never got to go. A month before, he was warming up for Boarding for Breast Cancer […]
GM began initial production of its highly anticipated Chevrolet Sonic at its Orion Assembly Plant on Monday. The plant had been closed for 18 months for updates and retooling to accommodate production of the subcompact vehicle. Orion Assembly also will produce the Buick Verano subcompact, has 1,750 workers, including 1,600 hourly employees.
More than 40 residents of the Keatington subdivision received a warning letter from the Orion Township ordinance manager in late July, requiring them to move their boats from their driveways. According to JoAnn Van Tassel, the boats violate a township ordinance against such storage. If the boats are not moved by Aug. 8, tickets may […]
Cagers continue their strong hold on to their sixth place position in the state after two back-to-back wins. The wins brought their record to 16-2. Clarkston beat Southfield-Lathrup, 73-66. Julius Porter was 15-16 on free throws, which helped lead to his high score of 23 points throughout the game. Brandon Pokley was next and added […]
Alexandra Perrino is ready for her fourth season on Oakland University’s varsity softball team. During her time with the Grizzlies, she has played 141 games. Her positions have included third base, first base and designated hitter. During her last season, Perrino led the infielders with a fielding percentage of .995. Currently, she starts at first […]
It appears rational thinking finally prevailed between New Beginnings Baptist Church and Orion Township, over the church’s signage offering free food to those in need. Pastor Tim Chappell met with Township Supervisor JoAnn Van Tassel last Wednesday to resolve the issue. According to Chappell, the church will now be able to place its sign whenever […]
The Village employee parking area is no longer open to public weekend parking. Children’s Park remains closed and rolling closures of roads will occur as needed. Parking for the remainder of the street renovations will be based on ability to access.