By Jim Newell — Editor of the Lake Orion Review Plans are moving forward on the M-24 reconstruction and resurfacing project slated for 2020, with officials from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the engineering firm heading the project hosting a public information meeting Dec. 6 at the Oxford Public Library. The M-24 project […]
Got an opinion or suggestion regarding the outdoor display of merchandise by Oxford Village businesses? If so, planning commissioners want to hear from you. Last week, the commission voted 5-0 to schedule a public hearing on the subject for Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. Commissioners are seeking input regarding a proposed zoning ordinance amendment […]
She was known as Terry Lee around the halls of Oxford High, but that’s not the case these days. Now married, the former Wildcat goes by Amanda Leeber and is celebrating the release of her first book, “Behind the Painting.” Released on Dec. 1, the book was published independently. “Behind the Painting” follows the protagonist, […]
What started as a customer appreciation party 18 years ago has turned into a way to give back to the community in a big way once a year. Mike Phipps, owner of the Oxford Tap, uses a night in December every year to thank his loyal customers by doing things like giving away free appetizers […]
The world’s population has grown immensely since Santa began making his annual trips centuries ago. That’s why he has legions of helpers everywhere to ensure every child who wants a Christmas gift, receives one. In Oxford, Santa’s helpers took the form of the village police department and chamber of commerce as the two organizations joined […]
The concept of Addison Township potentially purchasing a piece of property on Lakeville Lake to create a public beach will once again be discussed by the board of trustees at its Monday, Dec. 17 meeting. It starts at 6 p.m. The property in question is 70 Smiths Landing, a 1.65-acre parcel currently listed for $765,000. […]
Last week, volunteers with the AngelFISH program sorted and packed Christmas gifts for 147 deserving children spread across 60 families in Oxford, Addison and Orion townships. AngelFISH is one of the many ways Oxford-Orion FISH, a nonprofit organization, serves the community. More than 60 donors contributed to AngelFISH this year, including 50 families, five businesses, […]
Arrest in the Village A 27-year-old Oxford man was pulled over by Oxford Village Police around midnight on Dec. 7 for driving his vehicle without the headlights on. But, upon pulling the man over, police noticed that he had a number of warrants out, two of which belonged to the Oakland County Sheriff’s office. According […]
Is there anything better than celebrating the Christmas season in the heart of Small Town USA? We at the Oxford Leader think it’s the best. That’s why we’ve got plenty of holiday coverage in this week’s edition. There’s four full pages of holiday fun from throughout the community. For all the news from the start […]
Oxford’s board of education has had its eye on the land just south of and adjacent to the high school’s current property for some time. At its Nov. 27 meeting, the board voted unanimously to enter into a $500,000 purchase agreement with the Bingham Farms-based Burton-Katzman for 13.6 acres of land, starting with a $25,000 […]