The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsBakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customers

Police department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsA hospital opened a new pediatric wing with private rooms for patients and their families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of AustraliaThe government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings

A streaming service added a collection of classic animated films from the 1980s and 1990sFirefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early morning hours

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• ·The school district installed new security cameras in all schools to improve safety
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·A new TV show became the most-watched program on its network within its first two weeks
• ·Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from coastal trail during storm
• ·A community garden won an award for its contributions to the local food system
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team
• ·A farm installed a wind turbine to power its operations and reduce energy costs
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps reduce symptoms of seasonal depression
• ·The national currency strengthened against the dollar by 1.5% following positive trade balance data
• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclable and better for the environment
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric wing with private rooms for patients and their families
• ·A wildlife sanctuary opened a new exhibit featuring native animals
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·A museum offered free admission to students on weekends