Grocery store robbed, suspect arrested pantsless

Groveland Twp.- A man suspected in a strong armed robbery of Bueche’s Food World was caught with his pants down a short time later after a series of missteps. According to police reports, Oakland County Sheriff’s Office deputies, as well as Michigan State Police troopers from the Groveland Post, were advised at about 1:06 a.m. […]

Trustee applicants make their case

Brandon Twp.- Ten residents introduced themselves to the township board Jan. 19 and answered questions as they vie for an appointment to an open trustee seat. Applying for the appointment are Todd Blake; Jane Crossman; Dana DePalma; Cheryl Gault; Larry Hayden; Clifford Holmyard; Roger Ingles; Nick Kovasity; Lora Newsom; and Cynthia Strehle. ‘I was very […]

The Citizen’s First baby of 2010

Amy and Donnie Lee Hunt, Jr. are proud to announce the birth of their son, Donnie Lee Hunt III. Donnie was born at 2:22 a.m., Jan. 1, at Crittenton Hospital in Rochester. He weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces and was 20-and-three-quarter inches long. Big sisters are Kaydence, Emma, Shalyn and Breanna. Grandparents are Kathy and […]

Brandon schools athletic survey

Brandon Twp.- Responses to an athletic survey by the school district are rolling in, but more opinions are wanted. ‘Right now, we have about 95 surveys returned,? said Athletic Director Wayne Thompson. ‘It seems to have picked up some momentum the last week or so.? The athletic surveys are intended for past and present participants […]

District offers early retirement incentive

Brandon Twp.- The school board unanimously approved a motion at their Jan. 11 meeting to offer an early retirement incentive to teachers in the district. ‘The package is very fair for the teachers,? said Superintendent Lorrie McMahon. ‘Any incentive like this encourages good, experienced teachers to leave, but we’re excited about the new teachers we’ve […]

Crowded field of candidates vie for single trustee opening

Brandon Twp.- When the 4 p.m. Wednesday deadline passed, the clerk’s office had nine applicants for appointment to the open township board trustee seat. The candidates who will be considered by the township board at their next meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 19 at the township offices, 395 Mill St. are: nTodd Blake, […]

Volunteers: the heart of BGYA

Brandon Twp.- Fred Morden is spreading the word? Brandon Groveland Youth Assistance needs help. ‘We’ve lost a lot of funding because of the economy and our sponsors cutting back,? said Morden, BGYA caseworker. ‘We’re trying to get more volunteers for the programs, more people involved with the board, with specific committees, or those who are […]

DDA town hall meeting eyes village needs, wants

Ortonville- Village business and property owners are invited to a town hall meeting Jan. 25 to discuss the challenges they are facing this year and possible solutions that the Downtown Development Authority can offer. ‘The DDA was created so we can funnel funds into the downtown area, and we might as well have the business […]

OCSO:Breathalyzer, accident reports will now cost

Brandon Twp.- Court-ordered breathalyzer tests and accident reports are no longer free in the township. As of Monday, Jan. 18, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Brandon Substation will charge $5 per court-ordered breathalyzer test and $5 for the first two pages of accident and incident reports. A $1 fee will be charged for each additional […]

‘Big? Irish wolfhound needs home

Brandon Twp.- Rex needs a home. The 4-year-old Irish wolfhound had a loving home just two months ago with a couple in their early 60s. Then the wife was involved in a severe car accident in which she nearly died. She has made a miraculous recovery, but her doctor will not allow her to bring […]