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Novi cop gets a canine partner
Novi's police department has added a new canine to its family. Earlier this year, the department purchased a dog for the first time, rather than having an officer do so on his or her own with department ...
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War group meets from 7-9 p.m. at the Barnard Community Center, 415 N. Barnard St., Howell.
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Genesee County area garden tour to show simple pleasures
What do the high price of gasoline and garden tours have in common? Not much, unless the price of gas has you looking for things to do without having to drive a long distance.
Seven Lakes State Park Closes Dickinson Boat Ramp for Construction
Department of Natural Resources state parks and recreation officials today announced the Dickinson Lake boat launch at Seven Lakes State Park will be closed July 7-17 for the construction of a new ramp.
Coalition golf outing to honor Huntington Woods mayor
Huntington Woods Mayor Gillham, the longest-serving mayor in Oakland County, will be honored at this year's Tri-Community Coalition Anniversary Golf Classic for his 27-plus years of dedication to Detroit's ...
Great Gazebo wraps a Ranger. Walleye pro-angler Jason Kerr, from Holly, Michigan, picked up new sponsors for this season - Z-man Fishing and Renosky Lures - that wanted their branding to appear on his boat ...
Several North Oakland roads to close for repairs
North Oakland County drivers will want to avoid several roads that will shut down temporarily over the next few weekends as crews replace culverts.
This time it's just for 'Fun' in New Hudson
Last April when the Lyon Township Library held Fun Day at the Flagstar Bank in New Hudson, the future of the library was uncertain.
Queen chosen for freedom festival
Leslie Joy Elrod, 18, has been named the 2008 Fenton Freedom Festival queen. Zonta Club of the Fenton Area annually sponsors the queen contest.
Michigan veteran's suicide spotlights toll of repeated deployments
Lana Waldorf took calls from concerned family and friends Wednesday evening and tried to make sense of her husband's apparent suicide in a military cemetery in Oakland County.
GO-Get Outdoors at Five Southeast Michigan State Parks to Enjoy Free Fishing Weekend Activities
The Department of Natural Resources today announced that five state parks in the southeastern region of the state are hosting "GO-Get Outdoors" free fishing clinics this Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ...
Shareholders Blast GM Executive Pay
General Motors shareholders blasted the company's chief executive for raking in huge salaries and bonuses while the automaker has struggled financially, but a proposal to give investors a say on executive pay ...
Brandon captures fourth district crown in five years
Posted by The Flint Journal May 31, 2008 22:22PM Jessica Sherman's single drove home sister Jennifer as Brandon outlasted Fenton 1-0 in nine innings, capturing its fourth district softball title in five years ...
Tri-county track stars preparing for state meets - Fenton's 3200 relay team seeded third
The tri-county area will have entries in 22 events at several MHSAA State Track and Field Championship meets held Saturday at various locations.
Lot auction could ease Holly water price pinch
The auction of 71 ready-to-build lots in a Pulte homes subdivision is good news for more than just builders and buyers looking for a good deal in a nice neighborhood.
Solemn ceremony at Great Lakes National Cemetery
Flags were waving, trumpets were playing and rifles were fired this afternoon at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly Township.
Fran Derkatch held her bouquet of mixed flowers and smiled as she remembered her husband, Emil Derkatch, a Korean War veteran buried at Holly Township's Great Lakes National Cemetery in March.
Oakland weighs 4-day work week
Dan Hunter shells out about $75 to fill up his Dodge Caravan and spends 35 minutes driving each way to work daily.
Holly will opt out of block grant program
The Village Council decided unanimously Tuesday to opt out of the Community Development Block Grant program.
Chapman appointed to fill Linden council seat
Matt Chapman was appointed Monday to fill the City Council seat of Tom Brady, who resigned last month. via The Fenton Press