North Oakland VFW Post 334 held its annual election of officers on Thursday, April 9. The Post meets in the Club Room in the lower level of the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 1400 Orion Road in Lake Orion the second Thursday of every month at 7:30 PM. The newly elected officers include Ernest […]
Dear Lake Orion parents/guardians, Another fantastic school year of academics, activities, sports and social events in LO is quickly coming to an end. As the summer draws nearer, there will be many opportunities for students to celebrate, socialize and have fun. We’ve teamed up with the North Oakland Community Coalition to ask for everyone’s help […]
Governor Rick Snyder signed legislation Feb. 25 updating Michigan’s school safety drill requirements to ensure students are better prepared in times of emergency. ‘This legislation will help give parents peace of mind in knowing their children and school officials are trained and prepared for possible school emergencies,? Snyder said in a Press Release. House Bill […]
After winning their first league title in 33 years a week prior, the Wildcat’s Boys Varsity Basketball team saw its magical winning season come to an end after a hard 48-30 loss to Stoney Creek in the MHSAA District finals March 6. To prepare for the game, Head Coach Stephan Henning said his boys had […]
The hunt is on for a new principal at LOHS. In a letter to parents, Superintendent Ken Gutman announced Todd Dunckley is heading to Oakview Middle School as assistant principal. In the mean time, Dunckley will stay at the high school. The question of the hour is: who will take his spot July 1? Right […]
The lake conjures up memories of boat rides, picnics and fireworks for many area residents. It’s been a recreation destination for decades and is about the most noticeable feature in town. But what many who enjoy the lake may not consider is how it’s kept in shape ecologically, and otherwise. They may not know that […]
It’s been a long time since beaver pelts have been a major form of currency in the United States, but it appears they’ve made a comeback at Leonard Elementary School. Last week, the school’s gymnasium was transformed into an old-fashioned trading post where students could purchase goods using furs. ‘The students have been busy learning […]
Things were comfy and cozy at Leonard Elementary School Friday night as students snuggled together in the gymnasium to enjoy some good books. Wearing their pajamas and wrapped in soft, fuzzy blankets, the kids munched fresh, hot popcorn and hugged their favorite stuffed friends as they listened to fun stories. The stories and the storytellers […]
The township has set up a committee to review its sign ordinance. The committee is comprised of Township Supervisor Matt Gibb and Trustees Neal Porter and JoAnn VanTassel. The current ordinance was passed in February of 2006. But according to Gibb, who was a township trustee and a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals […]
Solomon re-appointed to parks and rec. committee Richard Solomon, an active, non-resident, non-voting member of the village’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will stay on for another term. Village council unanimously voted him back into the position in March. Solomon’s new term will expire March 31, 2010. Village passes suspended license cost recovery fees After […]