The dump truck was so heavy its tires were flat as it trundled down Dixie Highway north of White Lake Road, 11:02 a.m., Sept. 10. A deputy on patrol recognized the MO ? a trucker looking to avoid a weigh station on I-75. That has been a problem, but no more, said Independence Township Supervisor […]
Truckers aren’t the only drivers feeling the heat. A special unit has been out enforcing road regulations for all traffic in downtown Clarkston. Oakland County Sheriff Commander Lt. Dirk Feneley said the unit, called Saturated Patrol, is funded through a state grant. ‘The unit patrols different communities in Oakland County that are having issues with […]
Dusty, a six month old puppy, sits patiently at a light in downtown Clarkston. The young pup is being trained by Clarkston resident Linda Britton to someday serve as a leader dog for the blind. Britton takes Dusty down city streets, to schools, restaurants, grocery stores and any other places people go in daily life. […]
BY ANDREA M. BEAUDOIN Clarkston News Staff Writer A new committee focused on ‘Placemaking? will identify community jewels and ask residents, businesses and leaders what they think can be done to improve and better connect the community. An Oct. 8 meeting will be at Clarkston Community Schools Administration building, 6389 Clarkston Road, at 6:30 p.m. […]
Independence Television (ITV) has a new home, equipment and staff. Independence Township Board of Trustees voted, Sept. 10, to accept a request for $100,000 to purchase an outdoor camera kit and new cameras. Purchases include six new cameras for $18,500 from B& H Photo Video, previously quoted at $13,000 from the online seller, and an […]
Independence Township is looking for a new employee after the Board of Trustees approved hiring a new finance employee. ‘Having someone here full-time is absolutely mission critical,? said Independence Township Supervisor Pat Kittle. Officials have not come up with an exact title for the position, but concluded the position will pay $55,000 a year plus […]
BY ANDREA BEAUDOIN Clarkston News Staff Writer A rainy day didn’t stop visitors from filling the streets of downtown Clarkston during the 16th Annual Taste of Clarkston. ‘What a fun Taste of Clarkston,? said City of Clarkston Manager Carol Eberhardt.? It just goes to show you a little rain can’t damper an amazing event.? Restaurants […]
Community leaders from throughout Oakland County converged on Clarkston, Sept. 13, to learn from the city’s downtown success. ‘Downtown Clarkston is a great place,? said Bret Rasegan, Oakland County planning supervisor. ‘The community is what we feel is important to maintain quality of life in Oakland County.? Rasegan said Clarkston was chosen for the Oakland […]
A new sign with information about, and the fight against, phragmites, an invasive species, was installed on White lake Road across from Deer Lake Beach on Aug. 29. Groups Oakland phragmites and Invasive Species Task Force (OPIS) and Wild Ones are working to fight phragmites, an invasive plant species that chokes out wildlife and native […]
It was a beautiful day for 25 employees from the General Motors (GM) Warren plant who visited the Clarkston Community Garden to get their hands dirty and help the community. The 1.75-acre fenced garden is run by Independence Township Parks and Recreation, and is on seven acres of township property, donated by the McCord family. […]