Researchers found that reading to young children every day improves their language skills by age five

A scientist developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current modelsA small business owner started a podcast about entrepreneurship that gained 10000 monthly listeners

A university research team found that regular meditation can reduce stress levels by 30%A bakery started using organic ingredients in all of its products to appeal to health-conscious customersA community center hosted a craft fair that featured works from 50 local artisans

A tech company released a new version of its software that fixes bugs and improves performanceA local farm began selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market using excess fruit

A school district announced plans to build a new high school to accommodate growing enrollment

A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were used on the city’s official websiteA local café partnered with a nearby school to provide free coffee to teachers during the week

Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking waterThe postal service announced it would expand its package delivery service to more rural areas

A celebrity chef appeared on a cooking show to demonstrate how to make a holiday feastResearchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies

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• ·A fashion brand launched a new line of activewear designed for plus-size women
• ·The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A tech company planned to expand to new countries
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·Major airline adds three new routes to European destinations
• ·A study revealed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more information
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses create professional invoices
• ·A software company launched a project management tool that integrates with Google and Microsoft apps
• ·A local business owner won an entrepreneurship award for sustainable business innovation
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·A severe drought in the western states has led to water restrictions for residents and farmers, with no relief expected until winter.
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on candle making for beginners
• ·Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week
• ·Candle company releases holiday scents like pine and cranberry
• ·A local theater showed classic movies every Friday night during the summer
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $50