A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount

A construction company began work on a new highway extension that will reduce commute times by 25%A coffee roaster partnered with a local farm to source organic coffee beans for their products

A school district announced it will provide free school supplies to all elementary students next yearA photographer captured photos of a rare bird species in a nearby nature reserve that were featured in a wildlife magazineA hotel started offering discounted rates for guests who stay for more than three nights

A musician released a new single that reached the top 10 on regional music streaming chartsA grocery store added a section for locally grown produce to support small-scale farmers

A fire department conducted a training exercise that involved simulating a multi-alarm building fire

A software developer created a new app that helps users track their monthly spending and savings goalsResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves immune system function

Juice bar uses cold press technology to preserve nutrients in fruit and vegetable juicesAnimal shelter partners with local vet clinic to provide free spay neuter services

Newspaper reports on growth of small batch craft beer industry in the areaAstronomers detect signs of habitability on exoplanet located 300 light years away

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• ·A research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of Lyme disease in wooded suburban areas
• ·A hospital announced it will build a new pediatric wing with 40 beds and specialized equipment
• ·A local library started a weekly storytime session for toddlers and their parents
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·Oceanographers discover underwater mountain range with unique ecosystems
• ·A café hosted a live music night featuring local musicians every Friday evening
• ·A bookstore started a book exchange where customers can swap used books for free
• ·A startup company launched an app that helps users track their daily calorie intake and exercise
• ·A community launched a recycling program that diverts 60% of waste from landfills
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public libraries with new computers and Wi-Fi
• ·Local schools installed new security systems including metal detectors and surveillance cameras
• ·Florist creates custom wedding arrangements using seasonal local flowers
• ·Biologists use drone technology to count seal populations in Arctic waters
• ·The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·Study finds that peppermint oil boosts focus