Understand, accept, apologize

Time to build bridges to the community By Don Rush It’s been about seven months since that horrible day in November. The day a student is alleged to shoot and kill four of his classmates, while wounding seven others at Oxford High School. And, for almost as long, the Oxford School Board has been silent, […]

Maloney Street Bridge work to start

It’s been in the works a while, but according to a press release from the Road Commission of Oakland County, work to replace the Maloney Street Bridge is to start soon. The release stated barring unforeseen circumstances work on the Oxford Township bridge is slated to start July 5 and be completed by Oct. 18 […]

For Davis it’s time to enjoy recreation, instead of working it

For Davis it’s time to enjoy recreation, instead of working it

By Don Rush Ron Davis is good at seeing the forest through the trees, or reading the writing on the wall. Pick your anecdote, because the outgoing Oxford Township Parks and Recreation Director knew earlier this year it was time to hang up his spurs, step back and retire. “It’s time,” Davis, 58, said. “I […]

A look back . . .

A look back . . .

According to a front page article in the May 10, 1912 Oxford Leader, eight people were “slightly” injured when this P.O. & N train derailed in the Village of Leonard on Saturday, May 4 of that year. Photo from the Leader archives.

County approves funding to complete $12 million in new local road projects across Oakland

County approves funding to complete $12 million in new local road projects across Oakland

By Don Rush Last month, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted a series of resolutions that secure funding to complete nearly $12 million in new local road projects. Oakland County’s annual Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) provides funding to Oakland County cities and villages for repairs and improvements on roadways under their jurisdiction. Locally, […]

Splish, splash!

Splish, splash!

Last week the temperatures soared into the mid 90s making those without air conditioning uncomfortable. The heat didn’t bothertheseandotherOxfordarea children who visited the splashpad at Seymour Lake Township Park. Pictured  are Hayden, 6, Logan, 3, and Lucy 1, all of Oxford. Photos by Shelby Stewart-Soldan

Thank you, to the rangers!

Thank you, to the rangers!

Volunteers for Addison Township’s park system were honored on June 18 with a Saturday afternoon picnic. “We had over 35 guests to recognize for their dedication and volunteer work as park Rangers overseeing our network of Parks and Natural Resources,” said Rod Blaszyk of the township’s park and recreation department. “These residents take great pride […]

Wildcats recognized

Wildcats recognized

This past season of Oxford High School Varsity Baseball has proven successful for a number of players. Here’s what we recevied from head coach Dave Herrick: All OAA: Eddie Bieniasz, Brady Carpenter, Tony Hatzigeorgiou and Gavin Walters. All District: Eddie Bieniasz, Jay Cady, Brady Carpenter and Tony Hatzigeorgiou. All Region: Tony Hatzigeorgiou All State 1st […]

General Motors Donates $500,000 to New Sloan Museum

Sloan Museum of Discovery in Flint and General Motors today announced a partnership to will honor the legacy of General Motors founder William “Billy” C. Durant while supporting the museum’s STEM exhibits and programs. Through a donation of $500,000 from GM, Sloan Museum’s new vehicle gallery will be named The Durant Gallery when it opens […]

Register now for Thomas Daley Memorial 5K on July 9

Lace up your running (or walking) shoes for a great cause on Saturday, July 9. The 2022 Thomas Daley Memorial 5K will benefit an exceptional nonprofit foundation created out of the horrific event that took place at Oxford High School last fall. Four students tragically lost their lives that day, including 16-year-old Tate Myre. Tate […]

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