By C.J. Carnacchio Special Contributor to The Review OXFORD — If you spotted a giant banana cruising the streets of Oxford, don’t worry, you were not hallucinating. It was just Steve Braithwaite and The Big Banana Car. On Saturday, Braithwaite, a Michigan resident, and his unique vehicle participated in Leonard’s annual Strawberry Festival parade. On […]
‘Unusual’ treasures await discovery By Megan Kelley Staff Writer ORION TWP. — Looking to have fun this summer without breaking the bank? Throw out any preconceived notions of what you’ve known a library to be and take time to check out some of the incredible, unusual collections featured at the Orion Township Public Library. “You […]
By Megan Kelley Review Writer LAKE ORION — The Daughters of the American Revolution held a dedication ceremony to honor founding member Blanche Sims on June 5 at Evergreen Cemetery. Members of the John Crawford Chapter of the DAR were joined by Blanche Sims Elementary fifth graders, who sang several songs, Blanche Sims’ principal Ken […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor After the past two years when events were uncertain due to the pandemic, all previous Memorial Day activities are back in full swing this year. That includes the Memorial Day Parade, Memorial Day Run, Wreath Ceremony and Memorial Service at the Orion Veterans Memorial. “We are going forward with the […]
Pine Knob has a new photo exhibit between the east and west entrances that showcases concert photos of the first 49 summers at Pine Knob. . Photo by Matt Mackinder. By Matt Mackinder Clarkston News Editor David Cassidy opened Pine Knob Music Theatre with a concert on June 25, 1972. Now, nearly 50 years later, […]
Lights, smoke and ash cascade down over a pontoon during the Fourth of July fireworks show on Lake Orion. Photo: Jim Newell. By Jim Newell Review Editor It’s a fireworks extravaganza celebrating the Red, White & Blue and a Lake Orion tradition, but this year the Lake Orion Fireworks Foundation needs a little community support […]
By Dean Vaglia Leader Staff Writer The Oxford and Lake Orion Downtown Development Authorities (DDAs) were recognized for the #StrongerTogether campaign at the Main Street Oakland County awards in Pontiac on the night of Thursday, May 5. The #StrongerTogether campaign was recognized as the best “Campaign for Main Street” by the event judges. The #StrongerTogether […]
On April 26, VFW Post 334 veterans presented a check for $1,000 toward the Orion Veterans Memorial Perpetual Fund, which helps maintain the memorial. The current fund drive to support the ongoing care of the memorial runs through May 31 and donations can be sent to: Orion Veterans Memorial, 1520 S Lapeer Rd., Suite 203, […]
Veterans from VFW Post 334 donated $1,000 for postage and food and helped the Women Marines Association pack boxes to ship to veterans overseas. — Photo by Chuck Haskin. The veterans and auxiliary members of VFW Post 334 donated $1,000 to support veterans overseas, and contributions from the north Oakland County community made the […]
By Megan Kelley Review Writer The Oakland Camera Club members are filling the lobby of the Orion Township Public Library with some of their best photography pieces this month. The club meets twice a month for digital and print competitions where members will give each other constructive feedback and advice on their photos. “We help […]