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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• ·Scientists discovered that spending too much time sitting increases the risk of heart disease
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses manage social media posts
• ·A local community center launched a program to help elderly residents learn how to use digital devices and stay connected.
• ·A new bridge connecting two cities will reduce travel time by half
• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·The stock market hit a new all-time high on Monday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A study showed that online learning can improve access to education for rural students
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for local residents
• ·The city hosted a food festival featuring dishes from over 50 different cultures
• ·A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home two days a week permanently
• ·A tech company launched a new tablet with a foldable screen and 18-hour battery life
• ·Dietitians recommend adding more whole grains to daily meals
• ·Researchers found that reading to babies helps develop their listening skills
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that helps the body fight off infections
• ·A study found that listening to music while working can improve productivity for some people