A lot happened this past week both in and around the Bloomfield area, and we wanted to make sure you got a peek at some other stories you might have missed.

Here's what happened nearby this week:

Birmingham

Birmingham Welcomes New Ducati Dealership on Woodward

The Birmingham City Commission approved a request to open a Ducati motorcycle dealership next door to Auto Europe on Woodward.

Frendale

Ferndale Dry Cleaner Customers Want Their Clothes Back, Report Says

Customers say Hilton Cleaners closed with their clothing inside, Channel 7 WYXZ reports.

Royal Oak

'Toy's House' Film Director Talks About Growing Up in Royal Oak

Dondero graduate Jordan Vogt-Roberts talks to Patch about high school, favorite teachers, tattoos and seeing his dream come true, as his coming-of-age film is honored at the Sundance Fim Festival in Park City, UT.

Troy

Troy Homes Victimized by "Cat" Burglars Wednesday

According to a Troy Police report, two homes within the city were victimized by "cat" burglars during the overnight hours of Jan. 30.

West Bloomfield

Court Date Postponed for Family Accused of Selling Drugs Out of Gas Station

A West Bloomfield family faces felony charges stemming from allegations that they sold synthetic marijuana and other drugs from the Citgo Gas Station, now Express Gas, and Woodstock Smoke Shop in Shelby Township.