New Michigan Law Prohibits Teens From Using a Cell Phone While Driving

Law named for teen who died in car crash while using her cell phone.

Stamp Prices Increase: How Much Will Stamps Cost In 2013?

The price of postage to send a letter is increasing to 46 cents on Jan. 27.

FISH Wins Share of County Donation

Casual Day raises lots of cash for good causes.

Plan to Restore Paint Creek Mill Race Taking Shape

After that, an old building could find a new life in Goodison.

Village Considering Police, Office Moves

The former Senior Center could provide room for a regional dispatch operation.

Orion to Take Comments on 2013 Budget

Except for a voter-approved bump in police funding, the millage rate is the same as 2012.

Should Snyder Sign Bill Allowing Concealed Weapons in Schools?

On Friday, a gunman killed at least 27 at a school in Newtown, CT. Meanwhile in Michigan, Gov. Snyder has a bill on his desk that would allow some concealed guns in schools. What do you think?

Orion senior center drops membership fee

‘We’ve got some attitudes we’ve got to fix.’

Orion Kids to Shop With a Hero This Week

Police, firefighters, FBI will team up to make sure there is a Christmas.

Lake Orion to Discuss Emergency Dispatch Services

A SEMCOG study finds that the village could save money by combining with Oxford.

Public Hearing Dec. 11 for Proposed Baldwin Widening

The project seeks to address safety, traffic congestion and growth.

Blossom Ridge Referendum Pushed To May

Three attorneys. Three opinions. Now there will be a fourth.

Orion Board Takes Up Tax Abatement

The 2013 budget and the senior center are also on Monday's agenda.

Attorney Says Blossom Ridge Referendum is Invalid

A special meeting has been called for Monday, Dec. 3.

Oakland Referendum Clears Hurdle

The petition has been found sufficient to hold an election on rezoning.

Barnett, Van Tassel Gracious in Transfer of Power in Orion Township

The new Orion Township Board of Trustees was sworn in Tuesday.

New Orion Supervisor Starts Tuesday

Barnett will join a new treasurer and one new trustee on the township board.

Out With the Old, in With the New for Oakland Township Board

Oakland Township's outgoing Board of Trustees meets for the final time.

Village Council Meeting Moved to Tuesday

Two public hearings are scheduled.

Holt Wins Orion School Board Seat; Gonser Cruises in Oakland Township

Orion Township turnout was 73.27 percent.

Voters Wait Patiently as Election Draws Big Turnout in Lake Orion and Oakland Township

Some polling places were packed Tuesday morning, with voters reporting 1-2 hour waits.

What Are Michigan's 2012 Ballot Proposals?

On Nov. 6, Oakland Township and Lake Orion voters will face yes or no vote on six statewide proposals, ranging from a new bridge to Canada to the emergency manager law.

Oakland Township, Orion Township Elections 2012: Results Are In!

Oakland Township results are complete.

Fogler Running as Write-In For Oakland Township Supervisor

‘I’m not finished yet,” she says.

Jacobsen Seeking Second Term in House

An Oxford High School economics teacher is his challenger.

Can't Make it to the Polls? Vote Absentee This Weekend

Though there’s no early voting in Michigan, voters who can’t make it to the polls on Tuesday have options locally.

Orion Considering New Fire Hall

A developer received approval Monday to swap for land where current fire station #2 sits

'It is a Very Difficult Job ... But I Love It,' Oakland County Prosecutor Says

From the office of the Oakland County Prosecuting Attorney in Pontiac, Jessica Cooper talks about public safety, the Oakland County child killings, and her job.

Vote Expected on Wireless Tower

A last-ditch effort to scuttle a proposed 145-foot cell tower will come down to a vote Monday.

Village Offers Fall Leaf Pickup

No bagging is required in the Village of Lake Orion.

Election Guide: Orion Township Races 2012

The voter guide for Orion Township is provided by the League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization.

Election Guide: Oakland Township Races 2012

The voter guide for Oakland Township is provided by the League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization.

What Time is the Presidential Debate?

Here are details on the final Presidential Debate between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney.

Lake Orion Will See Different Garbage Trucks Next Month

Waste disposal services contractor Richfield Equities filed for Chap. 11 bankruptcy protection; Rizzo Environmental agreed to purchase Oakland accounts.

For Oakland Township, It’s Déjà Vu

Moceri, rezoning, referendum: We've been here before

Cell Tower Opposition Going Down to the Wire

One Orion neighborhood is fighting hard to keep a 145-foot monopole away.

Complaint Prompts Orion Ordinance Review

After one Keatington resident was flagged for violating the zoning ordinance, he pointed out that many of his neighbors were doing the same thing.

What Time is the Vice Presidential Debate?

Here are details on Thursday's debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan.

Presidential Debate Schedule 2012

Thursday night the vice presidential candidates have it out. Find out when the next matchups are scheduled and what the topics are.

Patch Is Collecting Questions for Obama and Romney During the Next Presidential Debate

If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.