A hotel started offering "early check-in" for guests who arrive before the standard check-in time

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Football team names former player as head coach for upcoming seasonWeather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsUniversity offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering

Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery serviceStudy indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young children

Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas

Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social mediaA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors

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• ·TV network announces new crime drama series
• ·Candle company creates scents inspired by tropical destinations
• ·A new study showed that 68% of parents prefer in-person parent-teacher conferences over virtual ones
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A farmers market helped small farmers sell products
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sports
• ·Pet sitting service offers overnight care for exotic pets like snakes and lizards
• ·The railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses create professional invoices
• ·A bookstore offered a monthly subscription service, delivering a curated book to subscribers each month
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves focus in college students
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on social media
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy flooding
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600
• ·A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new team