Dominican Sisters to leave Oxford, sell property

A religious community that’s been part of Oxford for 71 years is preparing to leave and sell its property. The Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, located at 775 W. Drahner Rd., will be closing its doors. Exactly when has not been determined. “Too few sisters and too much space” was the reason given by Sr. Joan Marie […]

Oxford Hills owner passes away at 71

For decades, the Hubbard name has been synonymous in Oxford with golf, hospitality, charity and community spirit. Unfortunately, another member of this well-known and beloved local family has left us. Bob Hubbard, owner of the Oxford Hills Golf Club, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019. He was 71. “It’s a huge loss to our […]

Addison FD stops fire from claiming Kingsbury head of school’s house

On Monday morning, Addison Twp. firefighters battled a house fire at 4931 Hosner Rd., which is part of the Kingsbury Country Day School property. An electric space heater, located in the laundry room, is the suspected cause, according to Fire Chief Jerry Morawski. The fire moved from the laundry room into an adjoining hallway and […]

Curtis to run for supervisor

By Danielle Smith Leader Staff Writer Oxford voters will see a familiar name on the August 2020 primary election ballot. This time, it will be under the category of township supervisor. Jack Curtis, an Oxford Township resident who has lived in the community for 45 years, announced his candidacy for township supervisor and feels that […]

Public invited to Americana Concert

Event to feature OMS choir students, The Macombers, Navy vet turned priest Military veterans, their family members and area residents are invited to attend the 17th Annual Americana Concert on Friday, Nov. 1 at the Oxford High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is free and the concert will begin at 7 p.m. “This year’s show […]

Leonard man wins twp. logo contest

By Danielle Smith Leader Staff Writer Addison Township has selected a winner. For the past three months, township officials collected logos that were submitted via a contest that was open to community members and beyond, looking to see who could best encapsulate all that Addison has to offer. The winning logo could potentially be used […]

Preliminary site plan OKed for industrial buildings

Preliminary site plan approval for two new buildings in Oxford Township’s industrial district was granted last week. In a 5-0 vote, township planning commissioners advanced the Troy-based PK Contracting’s plans to construct an 11,900-square-foot primary structure and a 3,456-square-foot accessory pole barn on a vacant 7.69-acre property located on the west side of Xcelsior Dr., […]

Crossroads gets $102K for therapy that mixes dogs, youth

By Danielle Smith Leader Staff Writer Youth and dogs, the perfect mix. Two separate beings that can learn from each other as they mature over time. Thanks to a $102,000 grant gifted to Crossroads for Youth, more adolescents will have the opportunity to teach, and in return, be taught by, local canines looking for their […]

And they call it puppy love

And they call it puppy love

On Sunday, Seymour Lake Township Park was the site of a successful fund-raiser and adoption event for the Oxford-based K9 Stray Rescue League. Dubbed “Mutts on the Move,” the event raised $1,063 for the rescue group and enabled three dogs to find forever homes. The event was organized by Oxford High School students Trent Brown, […]

Let’s party, witches! Hop on your broom and head downtown

By Danielle Smith Leader Staff Writer If you own a bubbling cauldron, love to fly on a broom in the moonlight and cackle with delight every time you turn someone into a frog, downtown Oxford has the event for you. Witches Night Out is set to cast its spell over Oxford on Saturday, Oct. 26 […]