It appears the Oxford Village Council is interested in potentially purchasing 43 downtown parking spaces from the township to ensure they remain available for public use. ‘We need parking downtown,? said Councilwoman Sue Bossardet. ‘I think it would be foolish of us to give up those 43 spots.? Last week, council decided it will meet […]
Suspected drugs and paraphernalia were found in an Oxford High School student’s car during an Oct. 15 canine search of the school and its grounds conducted by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. A quantity of suspected marijuana, along with a scale, pipe and rolling papers, were found inside a 2001 Mercury Sable LS belonging to […]
The new human resource director’s $87,000 salary, minus 10 cents, is too much for Trustee Mark Petterson. ‘That’s quite a considerable amount, much more than our fire chief. I am absolutely disgusted that we have hired somebody at this price,? said Petterson, one of two who voted against the contract. ‘In today’s economy, we went […]
Clarkston Rotary hosted a picnic for Clarkston SCAMPers, staff, and families, July 20, with lots of food and entertainment. This summer’s SCAMP hosted 225 campers, enjoying games, art, music, and learning activities at Clarkston Communtiy Schools, swimming and paddle boating at Independence Oaks County Park, and field trips to Independence Fire Department, Dairy Dream, and […]
Open studio at local glassworks Pine Lake Glassworks, located at 1040 S. Coats Rd. in Oxford Township, will host an open studio event on Saturday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 2. It will run from 12 noon to 5 p.m. both days. Admission is free and children are welcome to attend. There will be non-stop […]
Some long-overdue changes could be coming to the Oxford Village charter. Last week, village attorney Bob Davis informed council he planned to review the charter and present a list of proposed amendments at the Dec. 9 meeting. ‘We’ve been kicking around for almost two years now the concept of getting our charter up-to-date,? he said. […]
As many know, the last few months at the Clarkston News have been super busy for me as I have tried my best to keep up with all the big stories surrounding Independence Township board/ administration. I found a quote online from Earl Wilson who said ‘Vacation is what you take when you can’t take […]
Dear editor, I am curious why special meetings of the Board of Trustees are not broadcast? The township seems to spend on whatever they want rather than what they need. During July, there have been two regular meetings and four special meetings. Why? What is so pressing? Does the board think they do better and […]
Oxford Middle School’s choirs will once again pay homage to local veterans with a show dedicated to their courage, their sacrifices and their patriotism. The 12th annual Americana Concert will return to the stage of the Oxford High School Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Nov. 1 beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments […]
Comments on China Column I just wanted to write and let you know your ‘My Way? column about the The Devil was PERFECT. I hope a lot of people in Oxford will finally open their eyes and stop this madness with Dr Skilling sleeping with the enemy. Oh, and for the record, my daughter had […]