A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature.

Study finds that reading to young children helps develop language skillsBakery offers new line of low sugar pastries for health conscious customers

Police department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidentsArt gallery hosts opening reception for new exhibition by local artistsResearch indicates that regular stretching reduces muscle soreness

Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchasesWildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated animals back into their natural habitat

Magazine includes article on easy ways to save money on household expenses

Scientists study effects of different fertilizers on soil healthA soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract

A new light rail system opened connecting the suburbs to downtown in 25 minutesMarine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 8% per year

The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $2.00 next yearA music festival raised $2.5 million for local animal shelters through ticket sales

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• ·A city added more public parking spaces in the downtown area
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals
• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks
• ·Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on decision-making skills
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building, cutting costs by 20%
• ·Dance school holds recital featuring performances by 200 students
• ·A farm began selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer months
• ·A tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament
• ·The fire department responded to a large blaze at a commercial building downtown
• ·Researchers studied social media’s impact on relationships
• ·Coffee shop sources beans directly from small scale farmers in South America
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·A new movie broke box office records earning $100 million in its first weekend of release
• ·Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the space