The destruction of trees and woodlands concerns many residents as developers clear trees for new neighborhoods. Officials say residents may get angry, but landowners have property rights. Independence Township Treasurer Paul Brown requested trustees discuss a tree and woodlands ordinance at their Nov. 10 meeting. “If we pass a trees and woodlands policy now, it […]
It’s not easy to watch a season end – every Clarkston athlete puts a lot of work, time and heart into what they do in their sport. Every season there are the successes and the victories. Every season each team also battles their own setbacks in the form of injuries or losses. It’s what you […]
Matt Deitz, Evan King, Zac Roberson and Jeff Sloney are making a return visit to The Palace of Auburn Hills. They guaranteed their spot for the MHSAA Wrestling Individual Finals after placing in the top four in their regional meet at Howell. Matt Vandermeer is joining them for the competition after placing in third in […]
BY JEFF TURNER Special to The Clarkston News After falling to Lake Orion earlier in the season, the Clarkston Wolves hockey team knew they would need a better performance Saturday night to come away with a win over their arch rival. The Wolves delivered, riding a four goal streak in the first period to a […]
McLaren Healthcare Village Clarkston hosted a free car seat safety inspection during its Safe Kids program, Oct. 30, at its 5701 Bow Pointe Drive campus. Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard and state Rep. Jim Tedder stopped by to support the inspection project, carried out by certified child passenger safety technicians
Students, parents and staff at Clarkston elementary schools enjoyed parties and dances for Halloween, Oct. 30, with costume contests, guessing jars, and basket raffle drawings, and other activities before trick-or-treating on Saturday.
Following last week’s loss, long-time Wolves Varsity Basketball Coach Dan Fife is looking for the answers on how it happened. The boys headed to Southfield last Friday to break the three-way tie for first place in the OAA Red league, with the Bluejays and Southfield-Lathrup. To the disbelief of many Clarkston fans – the Wolves […]
Clarkston fans showed their spirit as they supported their Varsity Cheerleaders during the MHSAA District meet on Saturday, Feb. 20. In Lake Orion’s gymnasium the girls tumbled and cheered, showing off their talent to get the crowd revved during the basketball season. The girls didn’t score enough points to move on to the regional competition […]
Waterford Montessori Academy students walked 4,687 laps, 670 miles, around their playground during recess for a week in October to help a parent in need. The school Parent Volunteer Group’s walk-a-thon helped the family of Danielle McLean of Clarkston, who is battling complications from Lyme disease and an auto-immune disorder. The conditions have limited her […]
Leo the border collie is an easy going pup, but take out some frisbee discs and he’s ready to work. “His whole demeanor changes, he becomes a totally different dog,” said his owner Connie’Passejna of Clarkston. “He’s confident and bold, and ready to do anything you want him to.” This past summer, Connie’s daughter Allison […]