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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• ·Pet groomer specializes in grooming anxious pets with calm handling techniques
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving taxi services for cities
• ·The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community garden
• ·Book club discusses novel about climate change and environmental activism
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to treat allergies that provides long-term relief
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop that is lighter and faster
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column featuring local business owners
• ·A new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors
• ·The government released a report showing a 22% increase in renewable energy jobs
• ·The government approved funding for a new high-speed internet network in rural areas
• ·Study shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores
• ·The local community center hosted a job fair for residents looking for work
• ·A bakery introduced low-sugar pastries for health-conscious customers
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a sixth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free dental checkups for senior pets during spring month