Dean Vaglia is our new reporter for the Oxford Leader. He joined our community newspaper last Tuesday, July 6. He studied journalism and political science at Oakland University, where he graduated in April 2021. For The Leader, his primary beat will be Oxford and Addison townships — however, he will get his feet wet writing […]
Dear Editor The library board and director Bryan Cloutier are planning a special election for the $9.1 million expansion plan that has already been rejected by the voters. The last three library proposals have failed. Why are they disrespecting the voters’ wishes? They claim they need more meeting rooms for the scouting organizations and homeowners […]
Dear Editor, A year ago I met a young guy, Oxford resident Josh Schriver, 30ish, tall in stature with a quick smile and wit, who is amazingly well-versed on issues of the day. Since that time we have had discussions about freedom, legislative bills, children and autism, standing up for what is right, hard work […]
A process engineer for Barron Industries in Oxford Township recently attended an aerospace event. Kaylee Konwinski is working on the design and production of a precision metal component for the F18 fighter jet. The aluminum part, called a pressure deck casting, covers the jet’s controls below the windshield. Konwinski displayed the part at a recent […]
Dear Editor, On June 10, 2021, the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Oxford gave final approval for the final site plan for Manitou Hills Site Condominium. The applicant was Clearview Homes of Rochester Hills. Manitou Hills Condominium is located south of Drahner, west of Lapeer Road and north of Manitou Lake in Oxford […]
Population soaring By Shelby Stewart Special Writer to The Leader Like many dogs, Kobea, a 5-year-old Cardigan corgi, loves to take a walk which may include covering some weedy terrain. However, lurking in the fields of the Brandon Township countryside is an unwanted tiny pest waiting to jump on board. Experts say that ticks will […]
By Adrian Schirr, Special to The Leader If you’ve read anything from Nuview Nutrition then you know how much we stress gut health. It’s our mantra and the foundation of everything we teach. Recap: The gut is home to trillions of bacteria and other microbes that directly communicate with your brain and body. From the […]
On June 17 the Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution sponsored by Commissioner Michael Spisz (R-Oxford) securing $21,385 for the Village of Leonard, the Village of Ortonville and the Village of Oxford through the county’s Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP). “It is always good to see our local communities taking advantage of programs […]
The Michigan State Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) chose Oxford High School teacher Lauren Jasinski as its history teacher of the year. She was nominated by the Ezra Parker chapter of the DAR, based in Royal Oak The recognition makes Jasinski eligible for the DAR’s national award, to be announced at the organization’s Continental […]
By Áine Houston, Student, Team 2137 Team 2137, The Oxford RoboCats from Oxford High School, won the Robotics Competition (FRC) Iron Division Skills Challenge and the Quality Award in the 2021 season. The team has participated in the FIRST Robotics Competition for the past 15 years. This season they competed virtually in the Infinite Recharge […]