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News Nearby: Gas Main Could Be Behind Royal Oak Explosion

Happening around Troy this week: A Bloomfield Hills man is injured in a crash on Orchard Lake Road and Ferndale extends free parking through March 11.

You know what's happening in your neck of the woods, but how about the news nearby? Each week, Patch will bring you the big (and interesting) stories from Patch sites near Troy. Here's what's been happening nearby this week:

Royal Oak

Gas Main Rupture Found Near Site of Royal Oak Explosion

It's not clear if the rupture may be to blame for the explosion that killed a man Wednesday afternoon.

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Ferndale

City Council approved an extension of free parking through March 11 after complaints that the new system wasn't working.

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Birmingham

The new security system will cost Birmingham Public Schools around $150,000 and will be installed at all buildings by May 3.

West Bloomfield

Grandmother's Trial in Shooting Death of Grandson Set to Begin Monday

Sandra Layne, 74, of West Bloomfield, was in court Thursday for her last pretrial.

Berkley/Huntington Woods

Huntington Woods-Berkley Patch Editor Takes on New Role

Leslie Ellis will serve as content recruiter, teaching community leaders, business owners, athletic and arts boosters, and anyone who has important information about our communities how to share the news on Patch!

Clawson

3 Locals Called Out as 'Best of Detroit'

Clawson boasts 'hidden gem,' cool decor and best drink prices in Metro Detroit.

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