CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF INDEPENDENCE NOTICE OF STANDARDS FOR WIRELESS FACILITIES, SUPPORT STRUCTURES, UTILITY POLES AND OTHER INSTALLATIONS IN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at its meeting on April 9, 2019, the Charter Township Board of Trustees may have introduced an Ordinance and adopted a Resolution to require that wireless facilities, wireless support structures, utility […]
From left, Denise Owen, manager of post office operations for the region, presents Million Miles Awards to Clarkston Post Office carriers Shellie Kent, Jerri Duncan, and Kevin Pyszora for 30 years driving without an accident. “It’s a very special honor, recognizing how important safety is,” Owen said at an April 5 award presentation. Photo by […]
Clarkston Post Office OIC Jake Irvan, at left, and Denise Owen, manager of post office operations for the region, present a hero award to Richard Edwards at an April 5 award presentation. Photo by Phil Custodio BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Quick thinking by Clarkston postal clerk Richard Edwards saved a local resident from […]
A year after being smashed by an out-of-control truck, the front portion of the Clarkston Village Dental building will begin to be demolished this week. This work requires a large dumpster on Main Street and, at times, closure of the sidewalk. “We will work closely with the demolition contractor to minimize the disruption and place […]
American Legion Campbell-Richmond #63 is searching for juniors in high school who may be interested in attending Girls State or Boys State. The seven-day program in June teaches students in their junior year of high school the function of government, a glimpse of life in a college dorm setting, leadership, management and communication skills. Girls […]
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Runners and walkers will race through downtown Clarkston for Angels’ Place, Saturday, May 11. “You can’t beat it. Downtown Clarkston businesses support it, runners and walkers have fun, Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies, Independence Township Fire Department, and the city DPW – it’s all hands on deck,” said organizer Paul […]
By Superintendent Shawn Ryan Spring is a time of renewal and revitalization! By all accounts, our recent “Well-Being Spring Break,” which guaranteed no homework for students and no tests on their first day back, served that purpose. When students and staff are rested and ready, they’re unstoppable! In fact, our district’s mission is to “create […]
Jamie Ruthenberg created Miles the rabbit for her children’s book series, which she writes, illustrates, and reviews on her Youtube channel. Photo by Phil Custodio BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Author Jamie Ruthenberg of Clarkston is racking up thousands of views online on her new YouTube channel, “Jamie’s Book and a Bite.” “My daughter […]
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Blue pinwheels are popping up in town along with spring flowers, but what do they mean? That depends, said Judy Carnes of Clarkston Area Youth Assistance. “For elementary students, they’re a reminder to be kind and welcoming,” Carnes said. “For secondary students, they also include a reminder to stand […]
VICTOR, Bonnie L.; of Waterford; age 70; passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2019 surrounded by her family; mother of Tammy Victor, Carrie (Larry) Eggleston & Stacy (Adam) Victor; Gram of Andrew, Skyla, Alissa, Cole & Jacob; sister of Deb (Rick) Thomson & Donny (Louise) Steele; sister in law of Jim Victor, Tom […]