Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skills

A flood in a river valley damaged 50 homes and a local elementary schoolA startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing countryA tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the final

A museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensResearchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50

The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineriesA car manufacturer unveiled a new hybrid SUV that gets 60 miles per gallon on the highway

Police arrested four suspects in connection with a series of burglaries in a wealthy neighborhoodA popular music festival announced it would add a second weekend due to high ticket demand

The national soccer team tied their final group match securing a spot in the knockout roundA pharmaceutical company received approval to sell a new drug for treating childhood asthma

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• ·Pharmacy provides free flu shot clinics at senior centers and community halls
• ·A scientist developed a fast, affordable test for common food allergies
• ·A popular TV show aired its series finale last night attracting millions of viewers and sparking online discussion
• ·A medical study found that drinking plenty of water improves skin hydration and elasticity
• ·A local theater showed classic movies every Friday night during the summer
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of Australia
• ·Bird watchers document first sighting of rare warbler species in state park
• ·Researchers developed a new blood test that can detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby deer from busy highway
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young groups to get vaccinated
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of butterfly in a local nature reserve
• ·A research study found that listening to music can reduce pain
• ·Survey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next year
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find stable housing and jobs
• ·A tech company unveiled a virtual reality headset for use in schools and museums
• ·A research study found that spending time with pets improves mental health in seniors