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Burtchville woman pleads guilty to embezzlement
A Burtchville Township woman who reportedly spent legally disputed inheritance funds has pleaded guilty to embezzlement in St. Clair County Circuit Court Monday. Lisa Marie Tramski, 57, was originally charged with embezzlement and tax fraud in February this year. She became the guardian to Pauline Runyon in March 2018 when she allegedly had...
Suicidal Chesterfield Twp. teen located safe by police
The troubled teenager who ran away from Chesterfield Township police has been found and released to his family, police said Tuesday. Chesterfield Township police said the 15-year-old male fled on foot as officers were looking to conduct a welfare check on him Monday in the area of 23 Mile Road and DW Seaton Drive.
Macomb County rescue slammed with needy animals: ‘I don’t know if we’re going to pull out of this’
At a time when Clinton Township-based nonprofit A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue has seen its resources stretched to the limits, its founder said its longstanding partnership with PetSmart Charities has provided crucial funding and support. A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue was founded in 2007 and has been working with PetSmart Charities for...
Stine, Campbell help team to first
TRI-CITY AREA — Imlay City’s Macie Stine and Almont’s Melina Campbell helped Tri-Valley Twisters 14U register a first-place finish at the Fenton Summer Slam recently. The tournament was contested July 12-14. Their team started things off with a 15-0 win against Irish 13U on Friday, July 12.
OUR TOWN: Scholarship winners announced
ABCF ANCHOR BAY BAND BOOSTERS SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCED: A part of the Anchor Bay Community Foundation’s scholarship program, here are the 2024 winners: P. David Visnaw Anchor Bay Band Music Scholarship was presented to Eleanor Thomas. Scott Oranchack Anchor Bay Band Scholarship was presented to Aiden Evans. David Kleckner Anchor Bay Bands Supporting Scholarship was presented to Carter Lange and McKenna Sommers. Our Town sends Congratulations to the musicians. May you have music in your life and in your heart, forever.
South Foundation Hall: From the oldest to the newest building on campus
First built in 1959, South Foundation Hall has been one of Oakland University’s oldest buildings, standing alongside North Foundation Hall and the Oakland Center as the original three buildings Oakland University had to offer when they first opened their doors. Since February 2021, South Foundation Hall has been shut...
Thank you letter: July 24
On behalf of the St. Clair Cruisers, we would like to thank all involved for their help with the River Classic Car Show. This year we had an exceptional turnout with 345 registered classic cars. We packed Palmer Park!. We would like to give a shout out to all of...
OU faculty contract negotiations: Workload, salary increase and special lecturer status
Contract negotiations between The Oakland University American Association of University Professors (OU-AAUP) and the OU administration began on June 4 to renew the 2021-2024 agreement for at least three more years. “The temperature is lower than it has been in some previous negotiating years,” Kevin Corcoran, interim provost and executive...
Watch This Alien-Like Bug Crawl Across a Michigan Man’s Floor
There’s no doubt that Michigan is home to countless weird and creepy bugs. However, it seems rare to come across one that you’ve never encountered before in your life. Simon Rix of Shelby Township shared a video he took of a strange bug crawling across his floor the other day. It was unlike anything he had ever seen before. Honestly, it's like nothing I've ever seen either. It’s a white bug with what looks like four legs that move in a unique fashion. Its body appears to be covered in a material resembling children's Playfoam.
Lake Orion school board selects Heidi Mercer as new superintendent
LAKE ORION — The Lake Orion Community Schools Board of Education selected Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Heidi Mercer to be the district’s new superintendent. The 7-0 decision came on July 18 after the board completed five first-round interviews over the course of two evenings. Board members...
Lake Orion man gets 26-50 years in prison for raping, beating ex-girlfriend with baseball bat after she broke up with him
A Lake Orion man will spend the next 26-50 years behind bars after being convicted of brutally beating and sexually assaulting his ex-girlfriend.
Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township to Honor Rosie the Riveter, U.S. Navy Veteran and Veteran Member of MVHCT
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township (MVHCT) will hold a special ceremony on July 25 at 2 p.m. for Rosie the Riveter, U.S. Navy Veteran and Veteran Member of MVHCT Frances “Fran” Metcalf who is celebrating her 100th Birthday. Special guests will include Brad...
Wilfred Cortis, 75
Wilfred (Bill) Cortis, age 75, passed away peacefully in Durango, Colorado, on July 8, 2024. He received exceptional care at McLaren Oakland Lake Orion Nursing and Rehabilitation and Junction Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center after suffering a stroke in 2020. Bill was born August 19, 1948 in Pontiac, Michigan to...
Electronic Waste and Shred Waste Drop-Off Day - Sat. August 24
Priority Waste will be hosting Electronics & Shred Waste Drop-Off Day at Macomb Township Hall (54111 Broughton Road) on Saturday, August 24, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Please visit www.macombtwp.org/trashservices for a list of acceptable and unacceptable waste to bring to this event. THIS EVENT IS FOR MACOMB TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS ONLY.
Burtchville woman pleads guilty to embezzling $86,000 from elderly woman
A St. Clair County woman pleaded guilty Monday to one count of embezzlement of $50,000 or more but less than $100,000, according to State Attorney General Dana Nessel. Lisa Marie Tramski, of Burtchville, pleaded guilty on July 22 in the 31st Circuit Court in St. Clair County, having embezzled more than $86,000 from an elderly woman.
Fair gates are open!
IMLAY CITY — The trucks have rolled in. The midway has been set up. Livestock projects have been penned and the 2024 Eastern Michigan State Fair is in full swing. Officials with the fair encourage people to continue to support the work of hundreds as it hits high gear at the mid-week mark.
Hulk Hogan Launching New Beer In Michigan – Here Is Where You Can Meet Him
Hulk Hogan is hosting several appearances in Michigan. You can catch the former WWE superstar today, July 24th, 2024, and tomorrow July 25th, 2024 in the Great Lakes State. Hogan is promoting his new beer brand, Real American Beer. Where will Hulk Hogan be in Michigan?. Hulk Hogan will be...
Oakland County man sentenced to prison for rape and home invasion
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich.— The Lake Orion man raped and beat the victim after she ended a relationship with him. Adam Richard Williams was sentenced to 26 - 50 years in prison, exceeding the sentencing guidelines. The 35-year-old's charges come from an incident on July 31 and August 1, 2023.
Jerry L. Newberry, 72
Jerry L. Newberry, 72, of Kansas City, MO formerly of Imlay City, MI, died Monday July 15, 2024, surrounded by his favorite girls and infinite love and comfort. He was born on September 13, 1951, in Morristown, TN, to parents Drew and Mildred (McDonald) Newberry. Jerry was a Gold Legacy...
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