A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t.

A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainmentA river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmland

A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levelsThe government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minorsA museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history

A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roasterResearchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials

The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itTrack and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet

Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements

Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residentsBook publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservation

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• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $50
• ·The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills
• ·A software company offered a free trial of its program to attract new customers
• ·A team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that is quieter and more efficient
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy pet owners
• ·Local authorities reported a 15% drop in crime rates over the past six months, citing improved community policing efforts.
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving
• ·Researchers found that children who attend preschool have better reading skills by third grade
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 60 countries
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·A renowned author signed copies of their latest book at a downtown bookstore
• ·Engineers developed a new type of battery that can charge electric vehicles in 15 minutes
• ·Doctors recommended a balanced diet for people with chronic diseases
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice