Next round of interviews slated for April 2 By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. – After five interviews over three nights, the Oxford Community Schools Board of Education has decided to move three superintendent candidates to the second round of interviews. Candidates Cormac Lynn, David Raleigh and Tonya Milligan will each have a tour […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OAKLAND COUNTY – Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter has announced the new members of Oakland Together 40 under 40 class of 2024, including two Oxford residents. The Oakland Together 40 under 40 highlights professionals who live and work in Oakland County. “I am thrilled to announce the exceptional individuals selected […]
24% increase expected in the first year By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD TWP. – Oxford Township is renewing its fire department dispatch services contract with Oakland County but township officials are not happy with the cost increases in the contract. The Oxford Township Board of Trustees voted 6-0 during its March 13 meeting to […]
One of the best parts of my job is getting to interview people who have landed a new job in a leadership role. There is something so invigorating about talking to a person who refers to their new position as a “dream job.” Their energy and enthusiasm are contagious and their ideas inspiring. I had […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. – During the Feb. 27 Oxford Community Schools Board of Education meeting, food service director Patty Silorey gave the board an update on the food service department for the district. “Now we have operating kitchens in all seven of our buildings,” she said. “We feed Bridges High School […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD – A Davison man who allegedly caused a five-vehicle crash on M-24 was caught after fleeing the scene of the accident and now has a court date. The Oxford Police Department received a call around 4:37 p.m. March 14 for an accident involving four vehicles and a semi-truck that […]
The View Newspaper Group 100+ Club celebration held March 12 honored sales team members who achieved more than 100% of their annual sales goal in 2023. Pictured here are View Newspaper Group Advertising Director Pete Clinton, honorees Michele Guerra, Christy Hendrick and Janeen Bezemek, View Newspaper Group President Rick Burrough, honorees Nicole Howard, Bridget Koledo […]
During the Oxford Village Council meeting on March 12, Oxford Police Chief Mike Solwold (left) announced that police Officer Gary Rouse was promoted to the department’s night shift sergeant. Photo provided By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD – Oxford Police Officer Gary Rouse was promoted to sergeant and will serve as the Oxford Police Department’s […]
Oxford DDA Executive Director Kelly Westbrook (right) poses with Dr. Carl Pesta, winner of the Faith in Action Oakland County Dancing with the Stars. Photo provided. By Jim Newell Managing Editor TROY, Mich. – The local stars were shining during the 10th annual Dancing with the Stars Faith in Action charity event at the San […]
Shirley Ricketts, age 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2024. She was born on December 14, 1927. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents John and Ethel Dalgleish, her husband James Ricketts, an infant son John and her three sisters. Shirley is survived by six children; Martha Rahe, (Bruce) of Berrien Springs, […]