Between the troubled economy and the push to make our lives more environmentally-friendly, the old saying ‘waste not, want not? is definitely in fashion right now as virtually everything’s getting reused including houses. On Tuesday morning, the old two-story house at the northeast corner of N. Washington and Center streets in downtown Oxford came crashing […]
Dating back to some 400,000 years ago, the spear is the oldest known weapon crafted by human hands. Long before the invention of the bow and arrow, the spear was Stone Age man’s killer of choice when it came to hunting animals to secure meat for himself and his community. Compared to today’s technology, it’s […]
Equestrians who ride the Polly Ann Trail (PAT) in Addison Township will be pleased to learn they’re finally getting their very own side path this summer. ‘I’m very excited about it,? said township Trustee Ed Brakefield, who sits on the PAT Management Council. ‘It’s no longer a hope, it’s going to happen.? The Michigan Department […]
Her background’s in Detroit radio, but she’s found a home here in Oxford delivering community news for the local cable access television station. Meet Ginger McGuire, one of the lead anchors for Channel 97’s ‘Oxford News This Week,? which airs at 6 a.m., 6 p.m. and midnight Monday through Friday. ‘I absolutely fell in love […]
Honestly, is there anyone in the world who doesn’t enjoy a good sandwich? Meat, cheese, condiments, bread ? such a simple recipe, such a tasty meal. The sandwich’s popularity is such these days that it seems like everywhere you go there’s a new chain sandwich shop opening up and promising everything including dramatic weight-loss, pepper […]
You know an election year is coming up when a politician stops you after a Christmas tree lighting ceremony to schedule some time to talk. That’s exactly what state Rep. Jim Marleau (R-Lake Orion) did with me Friday night following Oxford’s tree lighting in Centennial Park. Yes folks, it’s time to play musical chairs as […]
Another bakery is coming to downtown Oxford, but the existing one won’t have to worry about competition because the new one’s clientele has four legs and a tail. P&P Country Pet Treats is moving from its current location in Orion Township to 14 N. Washington St. Owned and operated by Genevieve Otlewski for about a […]
If Oxford Township ever needs to build a third fire station, it’s already got a spot picked out and the land donated. Supervisor Bill Dunn was pleased to announce that the Detroit-based Edward C. Levy Company agreed to give the township approximately 2.5 acres of vacant property on the west side of M-24, just north […]
Hank Szlenkier is extremely grateful to the Oakland County Sheriff’s staff who volunteered their time and talents to help build Oxford-Addison Youth Assistance’s Cinderella-themed float for the Christmas parade Dec. 5. ‘I think it’s extraordinary that they used vacation time and even took money out their own pocket to do this,? said Szlenkier, who works […]
Every team got a trophy and every student received a medal Saturday as Lakeville Elementary hosted Oxford’s 2009 Junior FIRST LEGO League (Jr. FLL) Expo. ‘The Expo gives the kids the chance to show (what) they’re learning and get recognized for their effort,? said Cheryl Matas, a second-grade teacher at Lakeville who coordinates Oxford’s involvement […]