By Jim Newell Review Editor Turn the lock on the door, flick the switch on the sign, and just wait and see who notices. Oat Soda owners Jason Peltier and Danny Fox had planned on a “quiet” opening for their new restaurant on Friday evening, but that quiet turnkey opening quickly turned into a packed […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor Lakes Community Credit Union in Lake Orion is joining with Birmingham Bloomfield and Metro North credit unions. The Lakes Community Credit Union members voted Jan. 11 in support of the merger, which becomes effective Feb. 1. “We are excited for the direction the credit union is heading. This expansion is […]
By Mia Allen Review Contributing Writer Join Pushna Wellness, a new yoga studio located in the “Pink House” in Canturbury Village as they celebrate it’s grand opening on Thursday, January 23 from 4 – 5:30 p.m. The Pushna Wellness Crew will be celebrating thier Grand Opening with city officials and fellow community members for this […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor Developer Jeff Schmitz has found a niche in Lake Orion and is proposing to bring another four-story development to the downtown. Now, Schmitz, owner and president of JS Capitol, and village officials want to get feedback from residents about the proposed project, which would be built at 44 Flint St. […]
Lake Orion High School will again be hosting the Michigan DECA, District 7 Competition on Jan. 11 from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Volunteers are needed to act as judges in order to ensure the event runs smoothly. DECA is a high school vocational organization that was established for students who […]
Anita’s Kitchen open for dinner, lunch starting on Monday By Megan Kelley Review Writer The Orion area has been eagerly awaiting the opening of Anita’s Kitchen in downtown Lake Orion, and the wait to dine on the restaurant’s Mediterranean cuisine is nearly over. Anita’s Kitchen Lebanese Cafe is now open to the public starting at […]
By Megan Kelley Review Writer 120 S. Broadway is officially open for business in downtown Lake Orion. The ribbon cutting for 120 S. Broadway took place on Dec. 5 with friends and family of property owner Jeff Schmitz filling bar/restaurant Bitter Tom’s for a first look at the completed projects. Construction on the four-story mixed-use […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce held its 2019 Impact Awards on Thursday, honoring those chamber members who have made a significant impact in the community or in their business development over the past year. The chamber honored Dr. Joe Mastromatteo with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his efforts in […]
By Megan Kelley Review Writer Downtown Lake Orion was abuzz with activity on Saturday with excited shoppers taking part in Shop Small Saturday. “We had somewhere between 150 and 200 people come to our booth,” said Downtown Development Authority Events Coordinator NJani Payne “We gave out about 130 of our Passport Contests” Not only were […]
The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce announced its 2019 Impact Award winners, who will receive their awards during a lunch ceremony on Dec. 5. The Impact Awards honor those chamber members who have made a significant impact in the community or in their business development over the past year. Anthony Reighard, owner of M&B Graphics, […]