Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingFlorist creates custom wedding arrangements using seasonal local flowersTeachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons

Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groupsResearch finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration

Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin

Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserveResearchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students

A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countriesThe national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity

A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxesThe government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging

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• ·A community center offered free yoga classes for seniors to improve balance and flexibility
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·A fire department conducted a training exercise that involved simulating a multi-alarm building fire
• ·The government passed a law to reduce noise pollution in urban areas
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·A hotel started offering complimentary breakfast for all guests
• ·A soccer league expanded to include two new teams starting next season
• ·A retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity
• ·A study showed that spending time with friends can improve mental health and reduce stress
• ·A tech company announced plans to hire 2000 new employees
• ·A tech company released a new laptop with longer battery life
• ·A hurricane warning was issued for coastal areas as a storm approaches the eastern seaboard
• ·A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjects
• ·A famous singer performed a concert to raise money for disaster relief
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2% in September the lowest in 15 years
• ·A farm started selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer