Police officers and firefighters who spend their days and nights safeguarding the lives and property of Oxford residents were recognized for their hard work and dedication during a special awards ceremony held Sunday afternoon at American Legion Post 108. Following a buffet dinner, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 108 presented certificates of appreciation to members of […]
A second public hearing regarding a proposed cell tower in Addison Township has been ordered by an Oakland County Circuit Court judge. In a Jan. 25 order , Circuit Judge Daniel Patrick O’Brien ruled the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) must “conduct a public hearing . . . solely in relationship to the issue of […]
From veterans to children, Pat Bliss can’t help but give and give to those around her. It’s in her nature. It’s in her blood. In recognition of her selfless efforts and tireless commitment to others, Oxford American Legion Auxiliary Unit 108 presented the 75-year-old with The Americanism Award on Sunday afternoon at Post 108 on […]
OXFORD TWP. – Two ponies in need of a new home found one and the little girl that loves them will continue to be part of their lives thanks to the open hearts and open barn doors at the Pan Equus Animal Sanctuary (PEAS). Snowflake and Arthur are the newest residents of the 75-acre farm […]
A zoning error made years ago concerning two parcels along N. Baldwin Rd. is in the process of being corrected by Oxford Township. Last week, the planning commission voted 6-1 to recommend the township initiate the rezoning of 2740 and 2750 N. Baldwin Rd. from SF-2 to R-1. R-1 is single-family residential zoning where the […]
Teacher Barb Johnston’s fourth-grade class at Oxford Elementary School (OES) is collecting donations for the K9 Stray Rescue League and students are inviting the community to get involved. From now through Feb. 28, folks are encouraged to donate collars, leashes, paper towels, newspapers, peanut butter that does not contain xylitol, Milk Bones, canned dog food, […]
The Oxford Women’s Club is pleased to announce their 2018 Scholarship program for graduating Oxford students. Winners will be awarded a minimum of $1,000 each. Students must be living within the Oxford School District or attending an Oxford area school. Students need only a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale to be eligible. Scholarships are […]
After months of work and discussion, a draft of the updated Oxford Township master plan has been completed. “I’m pretty pleased with what happened there,” said Planning Commissioner Tom Berger during last week’s meeting. “I think it turned out quite nice.” The draft will be discussed during a special joint meeting between the planning commission, […]
With the XXIII Olympic Winter Games in full swing, the eyes of the world are on PyeongChang, South Korea as athletes attempt to ski, skate and curl their way to gold medals. But there’s one unique winter sport that isn’t represented – ice golf. Fortunately, local fans will be able to get their fill of […]
It’s always great to see an innovative band make waves. The Native Howl, which practices and records out of its private studio in Leonard, is no exception with its hard-hitting “thrash grass” style. The band’s lead singer-guitarist Alex Holycross, of Leonard, began playing music at a young age and focused on creating metal-style music through […]