A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t.

A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainmentA river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmland

A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levelsThe government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minorsA museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history

A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roasterResearchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials

The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itTrack and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet

Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements

Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residentsBook publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservation

(责任编辑：Community Stories)

• ·Public libraries extended their opening hours to meet community demand
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance
• ·The prime minister met with international leaders to discuss global energy security
• ·A airline added more flights to a popular business destination
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects in downtown areas
• ·Scientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life
• ·Yoga studio offers free trial classes for new members during summer months
• ·A bookstore hosted a poetry slam where local poets competed for a cash prize
• ·The city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks
• ·A café hosted a live music night featuring local musicians every Friday evening
• ·A farm began selling grass-fed beef at a local butcher shop, expanding its customer base
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A tech startup created a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollutants