Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets, including one in the habitable zone

Library hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parentsSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruitsAnimal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats

Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this yearAstronomers discover new exoplanet in habitable zone of distant star

Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospital

Study finds that learning a second language enhances cognitive function in seniorsA city council approved the construction of 320 new affordable housing units in the downtown area

Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 12 minutesA retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $40 during its summer sale

A severe hailstorm with baseball-sized hail damaged crops on 70 farms in a rural countyA study revealed that students who study in quiet environments retain information better than those in noisy settings

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• ·Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plans
• ·A farm hosted a harvest festival that included hayrides and pumpkin picking for families
• ·A farm started growing a variety of herbs to sell to local restaurants and chefs
• ·A museum acquired a valuable painting by a famous artist from the Renaissance period
• ·A local newspaper printed a special edition for the city’s anniversary
• ·A local café partnered with a nearby school to provide free coffee to teachers during the week
• ·A clothing brand started a take back program where customers can return old clothes for store credit
• ·Local police increased security at sports stadiums after a series of minor incidents
• ·A study found pet time lowers adult stress hormones and improves mood
• ·A popular author announced they will release two books next year one fiction and one non-fiction
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users manage their finances
• ·A community center offered free job training for people looking to switch to green energy careers
• ·Florist creates custom flower arrangements for wedding season
• ·A city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the appearance of downtown
• ·A hospital hired more respiratory therapists to handle an increase in patients with breathing issues
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration with a local chef, showcasing recipes using market ingredients