Spring wind storm knocks out power to thousands

High winds knocked out power and trees throughout the Clarkston and surrounding areas, Saturday night. Joe Clark, meteorologist at the National Weather Service In White Lake, said many areas in Oakland County experienced widespread winds up to 70 miles an hour with recorded gusts in Clarkston reaching 65 miles per hour…

Plan to patch potholes

After a brutal winter, residents are now facing potholes galore down Main Street, Parview Drive and other neighborhood roads. To fix the potholes, Road Commission for Oakland County’s plan includes hiring and retaining workers until May, and hiring an independent contractor specializing in pothole repair…

News in Brief

Public hearing on 148 N. Main A public hearing on a petition to rezone 148 N. Main Street is rescheduled for April 21, 7 p.m., at City Hall. The request is to rezone the property from R-1 to Village Commercial, along with Special Land Use. For more information, email City Manager Carol Eberhardt at eberhardtc@villageofclarkston.org. […]

Daughter lives on in mother’s memory

For Shirley Hockey of Clarkston, her children Parry and Monica Hockey will always remain in her heart. Every season, birthday, and other milestones, she decorates their graves with flowers and momentos. ‘When I visit the cemetery , I feel their spirits,? she said. On Sept. 4, 1979, Monica was brutally murdered at 20 years old. […]

Time for outdoors

Folks are out and about on Main Street in downtown Clarkston, as spring rolls into town. Ian Arnold visited downtown Clarkston to share his musical talents with townsfolk and visitors. “I just thought I would get out, bring my guitar and play,” Arnold said. “I work at the Clarkston Dairy Queen and today I my […]

Brandon Township

SYNOPSIS CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BRANDON April 7, 2014 Call to order: 7:00 PM. Present: Allen, Darnall, DePalma, DeWitt, Lapp, Rumball, Thurman The following actions were taken: 1) Approved the meeting agenda as amended. 2) Citizen Comments: Received comments addressing Enbridge Energy request to extend work hours. Received comment addressing funding for senior center trip transportation. […]

A Look Back From The CNews archives

15 years ago – 1999 ‘Waldon-Main purchase a possibility for Land Conservancy?? The North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy was hoping the second time was the charm. After falling short in its first attempt, the group was looking into purchasing the land at the corner of Main Street and Waldon Road. They wanted to preserve the […]

Wendi’s Word A column by Wendi Reardon

Motivation and inspiration. Two powerful words standing side by side together and keys for success in the next few months. Right now, I am getting my body ready for upcoming events. It is easier now the snow has melted and paths and sidewalks are clear paths. Plus, the weather is a little warmer than it […]

Holiday’s time to spend with family

In the 50’s and 60’s life was not harder than today, but it was different. Work on a farm included everyone in the family. ‘Skipping school? had a very different meaning and you ‘skipped? to plow fields, plant crops, or stay by Bessie’s side as she was about to birth so you could help if […]

Indepdence Township

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Independence Township Hall 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, MI 48346 A. CALL TO ORDER B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES C. ROLL CALL: D. REVIEW OF AGENDA: Agenda additions or deletions require […]