William C. HOWELLS

HOWELLS, William C. “Bill”; of Waterford; suddenly January 4, 2020; preceded in death recently by his devoted wife of 56 years, Bernice; beloved father of Wendy (Rob) Jensen, Kim(Rob) Pasquantonio & Mike Howells; grandpa of Michael, Conner, Paul & Carson; son of Gladys Zumbrunnen; brother of Patricia (David) Bugay; preceded in death by father Jack […]

Truth flows like blue wine

Truth flows like blue wine

From left, Annette Swidwinski as Lauren, James Hoxsey as Phil, Linda Leath as Claire, and Phil Custodio as Ridley try out a mysterious beverage. Photo provided BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor The truth hurts in Clarkston Village Players’ Vino Veritas, opening this Friday on stage at Depot Theatre. “It’s just painful,” said Linda Leath, […]

Rudy’s a restaurant?

BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor The year 2020 may be the year Rudy’s Market on Main Street changes from a grocery store to a different type of eatery. Owners are looking to remake the 87-year-old downtown business at 9 S. Main Street into a restaurant. “It’s been tough to compete as a small, independent, […]

Thoughts for 2020

BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor The year 2019 was good and 2020 looks to be even better, said Clarkston Mayor Eric Haven. “I feel very good about city accomplishments 2019. I think progress was made on a lot of issues,” Haven said. “I appreciate the leadership of City Manager Jonathan Smith; our contractors, volunteers, […]

Local projects up for state grants

This year’s recommendations from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund to the state Legislature include $50,000 for Clarkston Depot Park accessibility improvements and $2.25 million for Independence Township, to acquire 76 acres in two parcels bisected by Clarkston Road. The Depot Park proposal includes replace and expand the park’s walkway system, new accessibility ramp for […]

Driver succumbs to crash injuries

Roger David Thomas, 66, has died due to injuries sustained in a Dec. 18 crash on Dixie Highway near East Holly Road in Springfield Township, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Unit. Thomas, a Burton resident, was driving a gravel hauler south on Dixie Highway when a 2016 GMC Acadia operated by a […]

Community support appreciated

Dear Editor, The gift of nourishment is so important to our local Clarkston seniors through the Meals on Wheels Program. For those in need, a nutritionally-balanced hot meal is delivered at lunchtime that provides a crucial wellness check for otherwise home-bound individuals. Adults 60 years or older, who are unable to shop or prepare their […]

Run for new year

Run for new year

New Year’s Eve meant an opportunity for one last run of the year for the Clarkston Wolfpack, who gathered at the Clarkston Tap afterwards for refreshments and annual awards. The group meets at Depot Park on Saturdays at 8 a.m. for runs at various paces and distances. Photo by Phil Custodio

Krave marks return for longtime pizza maker

BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor After a 13-year break, Steve Templin is back in the pizza game with Krave Pizzeria, 7743 Sashabaw Road Suite D. Templin started in the pizza baking business as a high school senior in Lake Orion, working at a local chain. “I had pizza on the brain,” he said. “I […]

SafeTAlk training

St. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and Oakland County Suicide Prevention Task Force host a SafeTALK training at the church, 7925 Sashabaw Road, on Sundays, Jan. 19, Feb. 23, and March 15, all from 12-3:30 p.m. Trainers will prepare those over the age of 15 to become a suicide-alert helper, learning to recognize verbal and nonverbal […]

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