Thursday, December 6, 2012
Eric Szczepanski, a member of Fenton High School’s Class of 2006, would like to see a film come to Fenton someday, he says.
Fenton grad Eric Szczepanski has had some neat experiences during his career in the film industry, including an introduction to Henry Winkler and helping film a music video of Nikki Minaj and BOB in Detroit. His first feature film, ‘Meltdown,’ in which Szczepanski was associate producer, has been released on DVD. Meltdown, an action thriller, is by Cinema Vision Pictures LLC in association with ITN Distribution. Written and directed by Christopher J. Martin, it’s described as an action thriller film about a federal agent who goes deep undercover to bring down a crime syndicate. When the agent’s cover is blown and he gets burned by the FBI, his only hope is a female agent who’s willing to break all of the rules. Outnumbered and outgunned, …
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Eric Szczepanski, a 2006 Fenton graduate, was associate producer on the film, 'Meltdown.'
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Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Events included 5K run, 5K walk, 10K run and 1-mile run/walk; also a 'Core-ter Mile' fun event for youngsters.
The winners of the St. John Applefest Road Races included some familiar names from the Fenton area. Lisa Veneziano, 47, of Fenton, was the female overall 10K winner in 39:06, with Kirk Walrath, 42, of Fenton, winning the male masters title in 34:10. The 10K male overall winner was Kreg Hatfield, 34, of Flint, in 33:14, and the female masters winner was Kathy Sndyer, 48, of Flushing, in 43:00. The female overall winner for the 5K run was Suzanne Larsen, 34, of Fenton, in 17:06, while her husband, Eric Larsen, 41, was the male masters winner in 17:27. Sean Rosalez, 22, of Davison, won the 5K run in 16:56. Seryozha Gerkov took second in the 5K run men's category in 17:00, while Pamela Rynearson was second in the women's category in 19:44. …
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The Applefest Road Races began and ended at St. John Catholic Church in Fenton.
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Sunday, September 16, 2012
As usual, there was plenty of news in Fenton this week
Here is a look at what you might have missed. We provided you with the news about a proposed millage renewal for the Genesee Health Plan, which will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot. Fenton Patch shared the sad news about Fenton resident, and West Bloomfield Police Officer Patrick O'Rourke, 39, who was killed Sunday night in the line of duty. More information about the shooting became available throughout the day. Also on Monday, we had the news on plans for the 40th annual Applefest, which began Thursday. Fenton Patch had the story on City Council's decision to allow residents to keep up to three chickens, with restrictions. Also on Tuesday, we had the Police Blotter, which let you know about three arrests for shoplifting, a possession of …
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600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI
Applefest, Thursday through Sunday
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Fenton City Council approves ordinance allowing residents to keep up to 3 chickens, with restrictions, at Monday's meeting.
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Police Blotter, Tuesday and Friday
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There was both tragic and good news in the Fenton area this week.
Here is a list of the top five stories from around Fenton this week. 1. Thousands mourned Officer Patrick O'Rourke, 39, of Fenton, a West Bloomfield policeman who was shot in the line of duty Sunday night as he responded to an emergency. O'Rourke's funeral was Friday at St. John Catholic Church in Fenton, Fenton Patch reported. 2. The 40th annual Applefest at St. John Catholic Church got underway on Thursday, as the first of about 100,000 began visiting the carnival and other attractions, Fenton Patch said. 3. A White Lake man, 53, died Wednesday after losing control of his motorcycle and being hit by several cars on southbound U.S. 23, Hartland Patch reported. The Tri-County Times said the motorcyclist, Christopher Muncy, was general …
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St. John the Evangelist
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Applefest, Thursday through Sunday
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Friday, September 14, 2012
Thousands gather at St. John's Catholic Church for West Bloomfield Officer Patrick O'Rourke's funeral.
An estimated 2,000 to 3,000 members of law enforcement and the community turned out to support slain Officer Patrick O'Rourke and his family. St. John Catholic Church in Fenton held services on Friday morning for O'Rourke, 39, of Fenton, a member of the parish. Police attended from the Fenton area and beyond to honor O'Rourke. They included Pennsylvania State Police, federal Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms agents; Royal Mounted Police from Canada and officers from Indiana, Illinois and Ohio. O'Rourke's department, the West Bloomfield Police Department, had many representatives, along with Metroparks officers, police from the University of Michigan-Flint and area municipalities such as Argentine, Linden and Fenton. Sgt. Dave Reinfelder, of …
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600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI
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City of Fenton Police
311 S Leroy St, Fenton, MI
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Salvation Army, Applefest volunteers, St. John Catholic Church staff and police are among those who helped.
As thousands gathered to honor Officer Patrick O'Rourke, the Fenton resident and West Bloomfield policeman who was killed Sunday, many others worked hard to make sure the funeral went smoothly. Sgt. Dave Reinfelder, of the Fenton Police Department, said all of the city's police officers were on duty. They began directing traffic at 7 a.m. and closed Adelaide Street, from North Road to Silver Lake Road, at 7:15 a.m. "The whole police department in Fenton is working to make sure this goes as smoothly as possible," Reinfelder said. And the Genesee County Sheriff's Department provided several deputies to help with traffic control. The funeral service took place at St. John Catholic Church in Fenton during the 40th annual Applefest, so …
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600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI
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St. John Catholic School students are among the first to get in.
Children from St. John Catholic School gathered around the Rev. David Harvey for a blessing before hurrying off to enjoy the 40th annual Applefest. As Harvey, dressed in black with a porkpie hat, led the group in prayer, clouds uncovered the sun. Volunteers brightened as well, and the festival opened Thursday afternoon. Applefest is a chance to meet many people and see many one doesn't usually see, said Dave McDermott, who is one-half of this year's new General Chaircouple. The McDermotts moved to Fenton six years ago from New Jersey. Sara McDermott grew up in Linden, and their family returned to her hometown area. It's the McDermotts' first year as General Chaircouple, after four years of coordinating the pancake breakfast and chicken …
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St. John the Evangelist
600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI
Applefest, today through Sunday
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Thursday, September 13, 2012
Several roads will be closed Friday morning and there will be heavy traffic in the area.
Heavy traffic and road closures are planned Friday near St. John's Catholic Church, as thousands gather for Officer Patrick O'Rourke's funeral. O'Rourke, 39, of Fenton and a West Bloomfield police officer, was killed in the line of duty on Sunday. Fenton police have talked with residents and the schools, and they are aware of the traffic situation, said Chief of Police Rick Aro. North Adelaide Street will be closed from 7:15 a.m. to 2 p.m., between Silver Lake Road and North Road. In addition, Silver Lake Road between the U.S. 23 ramps and Leroy Street will be very congested from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. with patrol cars, friends and family members attending O'Rourke's funeral, Aro said. Between 1,500 and 3,000 police officers could attend the …
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St. John the Evangelist
600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI
Funeral for Officer Patrick O'Rourke, 39, of Fenton, tomorrow.
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Tyrone Township resident and West Bloomfield Police officer Patrick O'Rourke will be remembered with services at St. John's Catholic Church Friday.
Funeral arrangements have been made for Officer Patrick John O'Rourke, 39, of Fenton, and several roads will be closed in Fenton during services. O'Rourke passed away in the line of duty on Sunday. He was a 12-year veteran of the West Bloomfield Police Department who was killed by a barricaded gunman. Fenton City Council observed a moment of silence for him on Monday. "He was a wonderful family man, and we do give our condolences to the family," said Mayor Sue Osborn. O'Rourke was married to Amy and they have four children, Eileen, Mary, Andrea and Stephen, his obituary said. The funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, at St. John's Catholic Church, 600 N. Adelaide St., Fenton. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. today and 2-8 p.m. on …
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The funeral Mass and burial of Officer Patrick O'Rourke, 39, of Fenton, are scheduled for Friday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Fenton.
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Kathleen Perkins
3:09 pm on Thursday, December 6, 2012
Of course, the misnamed high school music teacher is actually ANDREW David Perkins, teacher and fabulous composer in his own right. Thanks for noting the correction. Check out his website for samples of his work. more ›