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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• ·The government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas
• ·Scientists built a new wind farm that can power over 10,000 homes in the area
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits for the heart
• ·Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local dairy
• ·A fire department conducted a fire safety workshop at a local elementary school
• ·A study found that playing board games improves family communication and bonding
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app to help customers recover lost items
• ·A taxi company offered discounted rates for students with a valid school ID
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A bakery started using organic flour in all its breads to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·Doctors created a new surgical procedure that shortens recovery time for knee replacements
• ·A coffee shop added a drive-thru
• ·Doctors reported an increase in the number of patients with respiratory problems
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·The postal service announced it would deliver packages on Sundays during the holiday season
• ·A tech company collaborated with a university to research artificial intelligence