This might be a little late, but hey, it was a COVID-19 world and things happen. Grandparents Anita and Rick Smith, of Oxford introduce their grandson, Wade Richard Boreo, who was born on March 30, 2020. The second son of Stacy and Jason Boreo of Lake Orion was born at Troy Beaumont Hospital, weighing six […]
Miranda Wyniemko – Girls’ Basketball “Miranda Wyniemko (Reggie), has been an integral part of the Wildcats offense this season. Averaging nine points per game, and five rebounds. Her hard work in the off-season has paid off as she makes her mark as being a three point threat against any competition. Off the court, Miranda excels […]
By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer During their February 27 quad with the Croswell-Lexington Pioneers, New Boston Huron Chiefs, and Walled Lake Western Knights, the Oxford Wildcats wrestling program, led by head coach Ross Wingert, held their annual Senior Appreciation Day. This ceremony not only recognizes the young men for all they have given to […]
In the Feb. 24 edition of the Oxford Leader we incorrectly reported on Oxford Township’s Cemetery maintenance contract. We incorrectly reported, “Curtis and Wright met with Sean Vidican of Aaron’s Lawn in Order, who has handled the maintenance at the North Oxford, Oxford Township, and Ridgelawn Cemeteries since 2018, to discuss a new contract with […]
By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer Rounding out their regular season at 11-2 (6-1 Oakland Activities Association White Division), the Oxford Avondale United (OAU) hockey program captured the division title, finishing one game ahead of the Bloomfield Hills Black Hawks (6-6, 4-2) in the loss column in the league standings. Third-year head coach Derek Billis […]
While sandhill cranes can be seen all over the area, these two were spotted in the swamps of Oakwood Lake Township Park late last month by local photographer Brian Plautz, who likes to hike through the area. He says, “Although the photo depicts subjects of interest for me personally, I cannot say enough about our […]
By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer As of three weeks ago, just over half of Oxford Community Schools staff had received either one or both of their COVID-19 vaccine doses or their appointment was scheduled, according to a survey released by the Oxford Education Association, the teacher’s union. “I am assuming that the number has […]
A look through The Leader archives at the 1918 Flu By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer The COVID-19 pandemic is said to be a once in a century event, often compared to the so-called Spanish Influenza of 1918. Taking a look back through The Oxford Leader’s 123-year archive reveals that although the last year was […]
OHS grad plays iconic TV character The Fonz on stage By James Hanlon Leader Staff Writer Adam Silorey, a 2010 Oxford High School graduate, is portraying the king of cool, Arthur Fonzarelli (better known as “Fonzie”) in Happy Days the musical, live on stage at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. “It’s the […]
Matthew Wolfe Parents: Tamra and Troy Wolfe GPA: 4.2 Favorite Subject: Math Plans after graduation: Attend a university and major in aerospace engineering. Extracurricular Activities: Soccer and Lacrosse Outside Interests and Hobbies: Snowboarding and golf What did you learn about yourself during lockdown? How a healthy lifestyle can improve life. How have you grown as […]