Firefighters hand out newspapers to brighten Christmas for area families By Jim Newell Review Editor Sometimes, Santa doesn’t wear a red outfit with fluffy white trim. This year, as they have done for more than a half century, the Orion Township Firefighter Goodfellows will don their fire gear and share the Santa role with Kris […]
The longstanding tradition of the Orion Lighted Parade will continue this year at 6 p.m. on Dec. 7 Since 1989, downtown Lake Orion has been home to the annual Lighted Parade featuring brilliant floats created by different entities throughout Lake Orion. This year, more than 75 floats have been submitted from civic organizations, dance studios, […]
He’s really not a mean one, that Mr. Grinch. Orion Township Parks and Recreation will hold their annual Breakfast with the Grinch this Saturday at the Orion Center. Bring out the little ones for a breakfast of green eggs and ham where they will enjoy crafts and get their photo taken with the Grinch himself. […]
With the spooky season upon us, the Orion Township Parks and Recreation Department hosted their annual Boo Bash on Friday at the Orion Center. Donning their Halloween costumes, little ones played carnival games, received candy, got their face painted, did crafts and enjoyed cider and other treats. For photos see Oct. 23 issue of The […]
The Friends of the Orion Township Public Library will host a gently used book sale from Sept. 18-21. Public sale days are: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 18-19 Half Off Day: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 20. $5 bag day: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 21: There is also an exclusive preview […]
By Zach and Ian Prochaska A special to The Review For most of us, the Fourth of July is spent out in the warm sun, with meat on the grill, fireworks in the air, and fun in the water. For Wayne Prochaska and twin sons Zachary and Ian, the day was spent in the sub-zero […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor Fire trucks, police cars, a cement mixer, road commission construction vehicles, bulldozers and backhoes. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office sent a SWAT vehicle. These were just some of the vehicles at this year’s Big Rig Gig at Friendship Park on Friday, giving kids the chance to climb on and through […]
By Megan Kelley Review Writer For the Starrs family, getting the whole family together is no small feat but Charlie Starrs and his wife Ann Starrs manage to round up a good amount of their large family every year. The Birthday boy, Charlie sat in the shade at Green’s Park while his children and grand […]
The Addams Family Musical Presented by Lake Orion High School’s Thespian Troupe Performances are May 2-5. Showtimes to be announced. Tickets go on sale on April 1 and are available at Lothespians.weebly.com or through links on the high school’s homepage, lakeorionschools.org/high-school-home and district homepage, lakeorionschools.org. By Jim Newell Review Editor They’re creepy and they’re kooky, […]
The Orion Area Youth Assistance (OAYA) seeks nominations for their 26th annual Youth Recognition Awards Ceremony. The awards ceremony begins at 6 p.m. May 16 in the Lake Orion High School Performing Arts Center. All nominations must be received by March 22. Those nominated for the Community Service Award will have a passion for volunteering […]