Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Patterson says county has added about 45,000 jobs between 2012 and 2013.
Oakland County Executive L. Brooke Patterson says he is optimistic about the county's economic outlook, bouncing back after losing 60,000 jobs in 2009 by adding about 45,000 jobs between 2012 and 2013. Patterson made his remarks April 25 at the Economic Outlook Luncheon at the Marriot in Troy. Featured speakers included George Fulton and Donald Grimes of the Center for Labor Market Research.
Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.
If you're hungry for the latest restaurant news from around Oakland County, we've got you covered! Read on to find out what's new, what's closed, what's coming and more. Woodward Avenue Eateries Preserve Taste of Cruising: Recipes from bygone restaurants Ted's Drive Inn, Totem Pole Drive-In, Maverick's Drive-In and the Susie Q are alive and well at Duggan's Irish Pub in Royal Oak and the Blarney Stone Pub in Berkley. Solidarity With Boston Marathon Bombing Victims Inspires Blue Nile Fundraiser in Ferndale: The Ethiopian restaurant in Ferndale opened early Monday and provided a complimentary meal to each patron who donated $50 or more toward One Fund Boston, Inc. Fifth Tavern Coming to Telegraph at Square Lake in Bloomfield Township: The …
New service begins May 9 at the county's One Stop Shop Business Center in Waterford.
Entrepreneurs looking to open a business in Oakland County can get free, walk-in business counseling on Thursdays at the county's One Stop Shop Business Center in Waterford. The new Walk-In Business Counseling Service starts May 9 and will offer entrepreneurs free, confidential one-on-one advice from experienced business counselors. “Our One Stop Shop Business Center was designed to assist entrepreneurs who needed guidance getting their business to the next step,” Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson said in a press release. "Now we’re expanding our services to include those entrepreneurs who are just beginning and have questions about getting their business off the ground.” Counselors will provide direct answers to start-up …
Friday, April 26, 2013
Are you looking for a job and don't mind traveling a bit from home? We've found a dozen jobs available around the county, from a "Super Nanny" in Rochester to a Medical Assistant in Royal Oak.
Job hunting? You're in luck. We've compiled a list of recent job openings from around Oakland County, as posted on Oakland County Patch sites this week. Make sure to check out the link for more details and more jobs from Ferndale, Rochester and more. Job listings courtesy of indeed.com. TROY: Banking Customer Service Rep. ROCHESTER: Super Nanny LAKE ORION: Quality Inspector Needed CLAWSON: Appointment Setter ROYAL OAK: Medical Assistant Job BIRMINGHAM: Anthropologie Sales Associates FERNDALE: Massage Therapist WEST BLOOMFIELD: Barista Retail Associate BLOOMFIELD HILLS: Companion Care BERKLEY: Marketing/Sales Rep NOVI: Assistant Store Manager at dELiA*s FARMINGTON HILLS: Software Craftsman Editor’s note: Patch cannot guarantee these jobs …
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.
If you're hungry for the latest restaurant news from around Oakland County, we've got you covered! Read on to find out what's new, what's closed, what's coming and more. Local 212 Opens in Royal Oak: The new downtown Royal Oak restaurant on Fifth Street features an eclectic craft cocktail list and steak among its extensive menu. Local 212 serves upscale fare from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. seven days a week. Steelhouse Tavern Opens in Troy: Touting a 1920s-era industrial theme and classic tavern fare, Steelhouse staff cut the ribbon at 1129 E. Long Lake Rd. in Troy this week. New Cafe ML opens in Bloomfield Township: Bloomfield Township's latest restaurant has opened its doors and is making an impression on local diners. Cafe ML, the latest offering…
Friday, April 19, 2013
Are you looking for a job and don't mind traveling a bit from home? We've found a dozen jobs available from around Oakland County.
Job hunting? You're in luck. We've compiled a list of recent job openings from around Oakland County, as posted on Oakland County Patch sites this week. Make sure to check out the link for more details and more jobs from Ferndale, Rochester and more. ROYAL OAK: Delivery Driver/Associate FERNDALE: Honda Auto Mechanic ROCHESTER: Assistant Professor of Nursing TROY: Litigation Administrative Assistant BERKLEY: Full-time Nanny In Berkley LAKE ORION: Lawn Sprinkler Technician BLOOMFIELD HILLS: Full Charge Bookkeeper BIRMINGHAM: Front Desk Position CLAWSON: Customer Service/ Sales Producer NOVI: Senior Enterprise Voice Analyst FARMINGTON: Software Craftsman Editor’s note: Patch cannot guarantee these jobs will be available when you apply. We do …
Monday, April 15, 2013
Summer volunteer opportunities available at campgrounds, community events, dog parks and more.
Looking for a way to volunteer your time this summer while getting to enjoy the outdoors? Oakland County Parks is currently seeking volunteers for a variety of its recreation programs. Rachel Boyd, recreation supervisor of volunteer services, described the available opportunities in a recent Oakland County podcast. Campground hosts General program Golf program Gatekeeper program Visit www.destinationoakland.com and click on the volunteers link to fill out an application. A variety of incentives are available for those who volunteer.
Friday, April 12, 2013
Are you looking for a job and don't mind traveling a bit from home? We've found a dozen jobs available from around Oakland County.
Job hunting? You're in luck. We've compiled a list of recent job openings from around Oakland County, as posted on Oakland County Patch sites this week. Make sure to check out the link for more details and more jobs from Rochester, Novi and more. ROYAL OAK: Assistant Director of Guest Relations TROY: Patient Aide BLOOMFIELD HILLS: Bartender BIRMINGHAM: Bookkeeper CLAWSON: Director of Marketing & Business Development BERKLEY: Relationship Representative FERNDALE: Part Time Board Operator/Producer FARMINGTON: Real Estate Property Management Controller ROCHESTER HILLS: Early Morning Stocker LAKE ORION: Barista WHITE LAKE: Community Life Aide NOVI: Utility Worker Editor’s note: Patch cannot guarantee these jobs will be available when you apply…
Thursday, April 11, 2013
RSVP by Friday to attend one of several workshops next week that will ask residents which parks services they value most.
The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission is conducting a series of public workshops next week to gather input on park and recreation services. The commission is in the process of developing a Cost Recovery Model and Philosophy and wants feedback from Oakland County residents, business owners and others who are interested. All are welcome to attend the free workshops, which will be conducted by parks staff and recreation consulting firm GreenPlay LLC on April 16 and 17. "We’ll be talking really about what the community values in terms of parks and recreation services," said Melissa Prowse, Oakland County Business Development Representative. "Essentially we want some help in determining how our tax-payer dollars should be spent – …
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.
If you're hungry for the latest restaurant news from around Oakland County, we've got you covered! Read on to find out what's new, what's closed, what's coming and more. Caribou Coffee will cease to exist in Michigan: The company will close 80 underperforming stores on April 14, and will convert an additional 88 coffeehouses to Peet's Coffee & Tea over the next 12 to 18 months. It is not yet clear which locations in Oakland County will be converted to Peet's Coffee & Tea. Frozen yogurt shop kicks off extended spring hours: Easy Like Sundae in Ferndale is now open from noon to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 9:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. "As the weather gets warmer, business picks up a little bit, so that's what's behind the …
Patricia Kane
7:21 am on Thursday, May 2, 2013
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