Sienna Carter as Belle holds court at Friendly Forest in Clintonwood Park, Oct. 12, trying to figure out who trick-or-treaters were costumed as. Photo by Phil Custodio The weather was…
Forest of friends
4 charter changes up for vote, Nov. 5
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Clarkston voters can make four changes to their City Charter on Nov. 5. The first Charter amendment proposal was written to prevent a repeat…
Signs tabled
In a split vote, Clarkston City Council tabled a proposal for more electronic speed limit signs in town. The proposal, recommended by the Planning Commission at Monday’s meeting, was for…
Low pond
The Mill Pond continues to be an issue in downtown Clarkston, with low water levels after the weekend. The Mill Pond Association, which will meet on Monday, Oct. 24, at…
LED sign on agenda
Alex’s Market and Grill owner Steve Nannoshi pulled the request for a Planned Unit Development amendment pertaining to an LED sign at the Oct. 8 Independence Township Board meeting. Following…
City parking
In September, 2,159 vehicles paid for parking in the municipal parking lot at Main and Washington streets, for a total of $5,277, a 25 percent decrease from August and a…
Treats for Troops
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office will accept Halloween candy as part of its 10th annual Treats for Troops, sending sweets, thanks, and encouragement to troops overseas. Drop off Halloween candy,…
Helping hands
Rain left the back parking area behind the Clarkston High School stadium a muddy mess after last Friday’s football game. After the game, a couple’s SUV got stuck in the…
WORDS FROM THE SUP’T: School alumni always welcome
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to return to St. Vincent’s College outside of Pittsburgh…
Community garden effort
Beth Kerr, left, with granddaughters Whitney and Hannah, Diane Putvin, and Dana Campbell A collaborative, cooperative,…
Representing U.S. ‘surreal’ for Clarkston puck standout
BY MATT MACKINDER Clarkston News Staff Writer When Ty Gallagher was offered a spot on USA…
WHAT ‘MATT’ERS: The Sweet 15
Time to get sappy, folks. There’s a saying I happened upon recently that goes, “Behind every…
Think 1st, know your 5 freedoms
I reckon there’s a reason this here column is titled, “Don’t Rush Me.” Never one to…