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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• ·A team of scientists published a study on how climate change is affecting polar bear habitats
• ·The central bank announced it would be lowering interest rates to stimulate economic growth and encourage borrowing.
• ·School district approves new curriculum focused on environmental education
• ·Fashion designer collaborates with sustainable textile brand for new collection
• ·A new fitness app helped users create personalized workout plans
• ·The national football team won a key match to qualify for the upcoming world cup
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·A major airline announced it would be offering discounted fares for families traveling during school holidays.
• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for creating energy efficient homes
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to diagnose a serious illness using a simple blood test
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests improves respiratory health
• ·Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this year
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured owl and releases it into wild
• ·The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three scientists for their work on sustainable catalysts
• ·A sports league changed its playoff format to include more teams