BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor In a split vote, City Council decided to appeal a ruling against the city in the 59 S. Main Street lawsuit. The council made the vote in open session after a closed session to discuss the case, Jan. 9. Voting “yes” were council members David Marsh, Sharron Catallo, Jason […]
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor A motion to reappoint members to the city Zoning Board of Appeals met with resistance at the Jan. 9 City Council meeting. ZBA member Steve Arkwright noted Mayor Steve Percival’s list of reappointments to the zoning board did not include Council member Sharron Catallo, which he considered a removal […]
Snow, ice days Icy roads meant school closings for Clarkston kids, last Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 10-11, as well as Tuesday this week, Jan. 17. “We closely watch the weather forecasts, often speaking directly with the National Weather Service. When these are negative, we talk with neighboring superintendents, transportation directors and operations supervisors about their […]
The search for jewelry store robbery suspect Jimmie Walker Jr. has come to an end. U.S. Marshals and Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Walker in Hamtramck and he was booked into Oakland County Jail on Jan. 13. Walker, 50, of Detroit was sought in the armed robbery of Clarkston Jewelry Outlet, Dec. 17. Walker is […]
We are sad to report Roy “Pops” Warner has passed away. Coach Dan Fife shared “every day was a good day with Pops. He always had a smile.” What will you always remember about Pops, as a Clarkston teacher? As a coach? Do you have a fun picture? Please write a comment and share. We […]
Adi and Easton Stroud giggle as they enjoy using the skating rink in Depot Park, installed by the Clarkston Optimists. Photo by Phil Custodio
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor The search for a suspect in the armed robbery of a local jeweler went national this week, with U.S. marshals taking the case. Jimmie Walker Jr., 51, of Detroit is the suspect sought in the armed robbery of Clarkston Jewelry Outlet, Dec. 17. Walker is one of two suspects […]
BY JESSICA STEELEY Clarkston News Staff Writer The power of print is strong, and nowhere stronger than in community news. “You guys are the glue that really binds this community together,” said Independence Township Supervisor Pat Kittle. “You’re the ones out there day in and day out trying to let people know what’s going on, […]
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Who’s parking where and when downtown? The city want to know. “We hope to find out the parking profile of business owners and employees,” said Rich Little, interim city manager. “There are a lot of different business needs. Profiles will provide real data about what’s really happening.” The city […]
BY PHIL CUSTODIO Clarkston News Editor Owners of 59 S. Main Street, known as the Sutherland House, have prevailed in their lawsuit against the city. The Hon. James M. Alexander, Oakland County Circuit Court judge, ordered the city to approve Larry Barnett and CBC Joint Venture’s request to rezone the property for use as a […]