A retailer announced it would offer 20% off all products during its annual sale

Researchers developed a new battery that is 50% smaller than current modelsThe railway service announced it would offer free coffee to passengers during morning commutes

A new TV show became the most-watched program of the year within a month of airingA study revealed that eating breakfast helps children perform better in schoolA city installed more electric vehicle charging stations in parking garages

An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer package deals for travelersScientists found that spending time in parks can reduce blood pressure

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to compost food waste

A museum hosted a workshop on how to paint like a famous artistFashion show features designs by students from local fashion school

Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levelsPet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50

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• ·Public libraries extended their opening hours to meet community demand
• ·An automaker released its first electric pickup truck with a towing capacity of 10000 pounds
• ·A local fire department responded to a house fire, saving two residents and preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring homes.
• ·A new animal rescue center opened to care for injured wildlife in the countryside
• ·A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop had a 60% increase in bookings
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee
• ·Study shows that gardening lowers blood pressure in middle aged adults
• ·Geologists predict increased seismic activity in volcanic region over next year
• ·A popular bakery chain announced it will open 25 new locations in coastal cities next spring
• ·A city installed more public trash cans to reduce litter on sidewalks
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find local events and activities
• ·Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter
• ·Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults that meets once a month to discuss popular novels
• ·A study showed that practicing yoga daily can improve flexibility and reduce back pain
• ·Scientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns