By Jim Newell Review Editor A new drug and alcohol testing facility opened quietly on Broadway Street in the village last month, leaving some business owners questioning whether the village government should allow the facility to stay in the location. JAMS Enterprises, LLC, a drug and alcohol testing facility, opened at 12 N. Broadway St. […]
Perhaps the longest – and least known – winning streak in the Orion area came to end last week when the Orion Hawks lost 7-5 to Waterford. In the spirit that has marked the team – a love of the game and pride in their team – the Hawks rebounded beat the Clarkston Wolves 28-11 […]
The Lake Orion Lions Club held their annual Jubilee last weekend, giving attendees carnival rides, cotton candy and Elephant Ears, along with kids screaming in joy and fond remembrances from adults. “This is where we make the majority of our budget, for sure,” said Lion Club member Roger Brodeur. “Along with the Christmas Auction, this […]
Lake Orion’s 4th of July fireworks show was rated 14th in the country in 2016. Responsible for the show’s success were the Dueling Fireworks, which will be held on July 1 this year. Two platforms are anchored on the lake, one on the east side and one on the west, making the fireworks clearly visible […]
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office was recognized by the Ashleigh Iserman Boating Safety Foundation for their continued support to keep boaters safe. The plaque, presented by Jan Iserman, founder of the foundation, was accepted by Lt. Dan Toth, commander of the Orion Township substation of the sheriff’s office, and Sheriff Michael Bouchard. The plaque recognized […]
By Susan Carroll Review Writer The Lake Orion Village Council approved several budget amendments for the 2017-18 fiscal year and rescinded a previous motion for property and liability insurance to the Michigan Mutual Risk Management Association. All motions carried 5-0 at the June 26 meeting, and there were no public comments addressed to the council. […]
By Jim Newell Review Editor A jury has convicted Rashed Brown of second degree homicide in the July 7, 2016 fatal car crash at the intersection of Waldon and Baldwin roads that left an Independence Township man dead. Brown, 30, a resident of Pontiac, could face up to life in prison. He is scheduled to […]
The winners of this year’s “Ted Swietlik Heart of a Dragon Scholarship” are Emily Schueren and Kristin Penrose. The scholarship was established by the Television Production Workshop alumni in memory of Ted Swietlik two years ago. The winner last year was Melina Spencer. Ted Swietlik, a 2014 graduate of Lake Orion High School, was a […]
The Light Up the Night 72nd annual event is June 30, sponsored by the Lake Orion Lions Club. As a commemoration of the end of World War II in 1945, the Rotarians started Flare Night. The Lions Club is the largest service organization in the world and the Lake Orion Lions have sponsored the Flare […]
By Susan Carroll Review Writer Green’s Park conveniently sits off M-24, just south of Flint Street, offering something for everyone and the Village of Lake Orion is trying to promote park activities and usage. The 2-acre park has 560 feet of Lake Orion water frontage. The beach area, complete with lifeguards during the swim season, […]