By Don Rush Back in February the Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) announced it would lift the mandate requiring individuals wear masks in schools and daycares, effective February 28. That being the case, masks are now optional in all Oxford Community Schools buildings. According to a release from the district, “Students and staff must still […]
Photostory by Don Rush Local residents Sam and Aldona Chojnacki, who are orginally from Poland, knew they wanted to do something to help Ukrainian refugees. Together they decided to organize a day of pierogi making, and then sell the Polish dumplings. This past Saturday at LakePoint Community Church on W. Drahner Road, 16 volunteers showed […]
By Dean Vaglia Leader Staff Writer Oxford Bank gifted Oxford Community Schools over $25,000 to cover the cost of a new dynamic lighting display in Oxford High School’s Ian Smith Gymnasium. “This unit really helps make our events more exciting,” Tony DeMare, OCS athletics director, said. “It adds additional dramatic flair to what we do. […]
By Dean Vaglia Leader Staff Writer The first 2022 Chevrolet Camaro COPO was delivered on Thursday, March 3 at Turn Key Automotive, the Oxford-based factory that makes COPO-spec vehicles for General Motors. Bought by Dennis Collins, host of the YouTube series “Coffee Walk” and owner of Collins Bros. Jeep and Black Mountain Jeep in Wylie, […]
By Matt Mackinder Special to the Oxford Leader The unspeakable tragedy that took place more than three months ago in Oxford is something no family wants to ever experience. For Clarkston resident Jeff Chamberlain, he has started a campaign – Operation Prevent – with hopes of curbing bullying and violence that can lead to what […]
By Dean Vaglia Leader Staff Writer An Oxford resident’s custom car iwill be on display at Autorama this weekend from March 4-6. Matt Chojnacki’s 1960 Oldsmobile Dynamic Bubbletop is being shown as part of a display of cars for Pontiac-based Paul’s Auto Interiors. The car was purchased in Lansing in November 2019 and became a […]
Therapy dogs have played an important part in the healing process for people in our community since the Nov. 30 school shooting. They’ve provided relief in anxiety-provoking situations while bringing comfort to those who are grieving. Therapy dogs have been in Oxford schools and even before in area nursing homes. And, because of the growing […]
By Dean Vaglia Leader Staff Writer Americans 65 years and older and have social security are eligible for Medicare, but it can be difficult trying to navigate the program and the various ways to approach it. Luckily for those unsure of how to proceed with Medicare, Belinda Aiello of the Medicare Choices Aiello Insurance Agency […]
By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer Six months ago Elizabeth Knop began a journey toward healthier living, and has since lost 40 pounds. She achieved this through a program called Optavia. Wanting to inspire others, she became an independent health coach for the program. Knop partnered with another coach, Kelly Dorman, to organize a wellness […]
Irish Ale label features Sullivan’s Pub By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer Jerry Cremin, proprietor of Sullivan’s Public House in downtown Oxford, appreciates a traditional Irish Red Ale. So he was eager to help when Austin Brother’s Beer Co. in Alpena, Michigan, reached out to him last year for his expertise on all things Irish. […]