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Explosion at Royal Oak Golf Club Damages Sprinkler System Building, Investigation Underway

Royal Oak, MI — An explosion early Thursday morning caused significant damage to a pump house at the Red Run Golf Club in Royal Oak, disrupting the serene morning with a jolt that startled nearby residents. The Royal Oak Fire Department responded to the incident at approximately 6 a.m. following reports of the explosion and subsequent fire at the facility, which is integral to the golf club’s irrigation system. Firefighters were able to quickly quench …

Royal Navy Veteran recalls near-death experience during WWII tragedy involving 31 casualties

Bath, UK – A former Royal Navy veteran, Stan Ford, celebrated his 99th birthday on May 7th with memories of a harrowing experience during World War II. Serving on HMS Fratton just off the coast of Normandy shortly after D-Day, Ford survived a devastating explosion that claimed the lives of 31 crew members, leaving him with life-long injuries. The tragic incident occurred when a suspected midget submarine targeted HMS Fratton, causing a massive explosion that …

Explosion at Royal Chemical Leaves 3 Injured in Macedonia

Macedonia, Ohio – A chemical fire at Royal Chemical in Macedonia has left three people injured, with one victim sustaining life-threatening burns and another in critical condition. The explosion at the chemical plant has caused significant concern in the community as authorities work to contain the situation and investigate the cause of the incident. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured individuals, with local news reporter Kaitor Kay …

Man Fatally Shot at Baymont Inn in Royal Oak Township, Michigan, Police Investigation Underway

ROYAL OAK TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities from the Michigan State Police are investigating a fatal shooting that took place at a Baymont Inn in Oakland County. The incident occurred on Saturday, March 9, at the American Inn and Suites located on West 8 Mile Road in Royal Oak Township. The victim, a 27-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene, with no additional injuries reported. Law enforcement officials have already secured the crime scene, stating …