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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• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects people's food metabolism
• ·Doctors used 3D printing to create a custom implant for a patient with a bone defect
• ·A tech company collaborated with a car manufacturer to develop self driving technology
• ·A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 70 dogs and cats
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 500 people
• ·Schools introduced a new mental health support program for students and teachers
• ·A new movie starring a popular actor earned $45 million on its opening weekend
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional pottery making led by a local artist
• ·A photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years
• ·A national park started a program to teach visitors about native plant species
• ·Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year
• ·Floods in the river basin damaged hundreds of homes and disrupted local transportation
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 115 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 52% by 2030
• ·The city’s public transport system launched an app to track buses
• ·A study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of developing certain cancers
• ·A new study revealed that drinking green tea may have health benefits for the immune system