A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms

Astronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state competitionStudy finds that reading to young children helps develop language skills

Bakery offers new line of low sugar pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidents

Art gallery hosts opening reception for new exhibition by local artists

Research indicates that regular stretching reduces muscle sorenessThe mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four years

A hotel chain started using eco-friendly cleaning products in all its propertiesA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to animal sheltersA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 6000 acres with no threat to nearby homes

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• ·Scientists found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of attention deficit disorder
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave that will bring temperatures over 100 degrees
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventory
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from unfair lending practices by banks
• ·A study showed that online tutoring can improve test scores by 15% in high school students
• ·A farmers market accepted mobile payments
• ·A school district purchased new textbooks for all students to align with new curriculum standards
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a remote forest
• ·A tech company announced it will hire 1800 new employees for its cybersecurity division
• ·A museum offered free admission on weekends for families
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular skin checks to detect skin cancer early
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending that adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night to maintain optimal health.
• ·Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the northern neighborhood
• ·Hardware store sells rain barrels to help homeowners conserve water