Oxford Village is proposing significant revisions to its zoning ordinance, including major changes to the zoning map, in an effort to simplify regulations and make them more user-friendly, while encouraging economic development and investment in the town. But nothing is set in stone and before anything is approved, officials want to hear from the public. […]
It’s only an idea right now, but it appears Oxford Community Television (OCTV) could find a new, permanent home in Seymour Lake Township Park. At Monday afternoon’s meeting of the Oxford Area Cable Communications Commission, officials voted 5-0 to form a two-person committee “to explore the possibility” of moving the OCTV station to the popular […]
There’s a happy little family in Metamora Township living a wonderful life filled with outdoor adventures, farm fun and plenty of quality time with loved ones. But there’s one thing missing from the equation – a baby girl. Jason and Brooke Hickmott are hoping to adopt a daughter for themselves and a kid sister for […]
When Sally O’Meara, a registered nurse for 26 years, was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) three years ago, she could have easily chose to spend all of her time focusing on her own health. But true to her selfless profession, the 49-year-old Oxford resident has been using her knowledge and position to help educate and […]
Whether hauling winter’s yard debris or removing junk and hazardous material, Addison Township officials are preparing to help their residents with proper disposal. The Addison Twp. Spring Clean Up is scheduled for May 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the township complex parking area (1440 Rochester Rd. in Lakeville). The date and time […]
Looks like it’s back to the old drawing board for the Oxford Downtown Development Authority (DDA). At last week’s meeting, Chairperson Sue Bossardet let it be known the DDA’s choice to fill the vacant executive director position, Cheri LaFlamme Szcodronski, a resident of Hillsborough, North Carolina, was forced to decline due to “medical reasons.” “She […]
A 2005 Ford Escape crashed through some farm fencing on Oakwood Rd. in Oxford Township and overturned March 23. According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s report, the driver, a 16-year-old Addison woman, said she was approaching the intersection of Oakwood and Delano roads, when a vehicle pulled out in front of her. She told the […]
By Jim Newell Lake Orion Review Editor It’s no joke – Joe Young will be the next Lake Orion village manager as of April 1. The village council voted 5-0 at its meeting Monday to officially approve a contract with Young and appointed him village manager. An official swearing-in ceremony will take place once Young […]
Oxford Elementary students met two very adorable visitors during an assembly held in the school’s cafeteria March 22 – a pair of baby goats. Oxford Schools’ International Baccalaureate Program organized the event to teach students about invasive plant species and how goats can help eliminate them. Students brought in change and wore hats to raise […]
Ashley Murphy, an Oxford Middle School eighth-grader, was recently awarded a scholarship for her dedication to the Irish culture and heritage demonstrated through Irish dancing. Murphy received the $500 Richard Mahigan scholarship, which is awarded annually by the Cape Coral Irish American Club to promote Irish culture and heritage. Murphy first began Irish dancing lessons […]