A hotel started offering "early check-in" for guests who arrive before the standard check-in time

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Football team names former player as head coach for upcoming seasonWeather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsUniversity offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering

Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery serviceStudy indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young children

Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas

Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social mediaA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors

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• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public parks by 25% next year
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·Scientists at a research institute developed a new method to remove microplastics from drinking water
• ·Local farmers reported a 28% increase in corn yields thanks to new drought-resistant seeds
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide
• ·A tech company announced it will expand its business to a new city
• ·Engineers create portable water purification system for use in disaster zones
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21
• ·The government launched a $400 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·Local police partnered with community groups to prevent gang violence
• ·A school’s debate club won first place in a regional competition
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free returns for online orders
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for asthma that works faster and has fewer side effects
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists