Vote Expected on Wireless Tower

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

Lake Orion Blasts Past Stevenson 35-0, Advances in State Football Playoffs

The Dragons will face Utica Eisenhower next weekend at home.

I’ve been overpaying for child support. May I get that money back?

In this article, I share my research regarding retroactive modification of child support.

Will Mortgage Rates Rise?

A few months ago mortgage rates hit historic lows, but now rates are on a slow climb. Will higher interest rates have an effect on housing affordability? Are historic low mortgage rates history?

Good Luck, Dragons: State High School Football Playoffs Start Tonight

Lake Orion hosts Sterling Heights Stevenson at 7 p.m. Show your Dragon pride here!

Send Some Quality Dog Treats And Other Goodies To The Working Dogs Of Camp Stone.

Please don't just 'share' this! Make an effort to actually send something to Camp Stone!

Text Bullying on the Rise

Tips to help prevent text bullying

Village Offers Fall Leaf Pickup

No bagging is required in the Village of Lake Orion.

Joslyn Road Closing Between Brown and Silverbell Next Month

Here are the details on this five-day road closing in Orion Township.

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.

Exam delayed for Lake Orion coach charged in assault

‘This is a complicated case,’ her attorney says, asking for more time.

Lake Orion's Mida Giragosian Remembered as Kind, Fun

'You have to have a good attitude, that’s half the battle,' chronically ill publicist wrote.

Female Coach, 21, Accused of Inappropriate Relations With Lacrosse Player

Reanna Douglas is charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct in an incident that allegedly occurred while she coached the Lake Orion girls' lacrosse team.

When Are Trick-or-Treat Hours in Lake Orion and Oakland Township?

Here's a look at when to go out for door-to-door fun this Halloween.

Lake Orion Runners, Walkers Finish Detroit Marathon

There were 21 local runners who participated in the big race on Sunday.

What Time is the Presidential Debate?

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

Man Seen Exposing Himself Inside Kroger Store

Police are reviewing the Orion Township store's surveillance video while investigating the incident.

Your 2 Choices for Lake Orion School Board

Both are parents who support district, oppose open enrollment.

Read "Doggone Feet" to Maggie or Cali at the Orion Library!

"Doggone Feet" is a great book choice for your kids for our Read to a Dog program at the Orion Township Public Library!

Welcome To Pothole Heaven!

Michigan roads - ugh!

Show Them You Care – Post a Sweetest Day Announcement on Patch!

Saturday is Sweetest Day! Let your loved ones know how much they mean to you by creating a free announcement on Lake Orion/Oakland Township Patch.

The Pigeon? Brown Bear? Pete the Cat?—Who Will Win the Library's Election?

Kids can campaign and vote for their most beloved books during the Orion Township library's Vote for a Book campaign.

Lake Orion Alum Bikes 1,300 Miles to Raise Awareness for 3 Families

Lake Orion grad Marc D. DesRosiers pledged to ride his bike over 1,300 miles from Denver to Detroit–ending with the Detroit Marathon—in hopes to raise money and awareness for the Lake Orion Loves.

Using Zillow Zestimate's for the Value of Your Home? Please Don't.

Using Zillow Zestimate's for the value of your home? Please don't. Zillow voluntarily publishes data on their own website disclosing how inaccurate their Zestimate's are in our area and nationwide.

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

Great Harvest Bread Company Opens in Orion Township

The newly opened Great Harvest Bread Co. bakery in Orion Township offers coffee, sandwiches, and freshly baked bread.

Cell Tower Opposition Going Down to the Wire

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

Letter to the Editor: 2 Area Attorneys Recommend Cooper for County Prosecutor

"Michael Bishop is a 12-year Lansing politician who has never tried or prosecuted a felony case," write attorneys Francis Hughes and Otis Underwood, who support Jessica Cooper for Oakland County Prosecutor.

Now Hiring: Jobs In & Around Orion And Oakland Township

A look at local businesses hiring in and around Orion and Oakland Township.

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.

Lake Orion Officially Welcomes Broadway Grill

The Lake Orion Downtown Development Authority and Orion Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Broadway Grill to Lake Orion last week.

Oakland County to Host Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk

Oakland County's going pink Oct. 13 for a walk to raise funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer.

Bike Fix-It Station a New Enhancement of Paint Creek Trail

Have you seen the new tool station at the Paint Creek Cider Mill?

What Time is the Vice Presidential Debate?

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

Police: Man Pulls Handgun on Woman at Mobile Home Park

The victim was assaulted in the Orion Lakes mobile home park Tuesday evening by the man and another woman.

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.

Vote for Lake Orion to be '7 On Your Sidelines Meijer Game of the Week'

Want to see Lake Orion play Clarkston on TV? You have till midnight to vote for the Dragons!

Now Accepting All Medications: Orion Township's Presciption Drop Off Box

There will be a special drop off event on Saturday October 13 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for you to properly dispose of unused prescription drugs that you or your elderly family members may have. Please do not flush your OTC or unused prescriptions dow