Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·A construction company used eco friendly materials for a new building project
• ·A car manufacturer launched its first fully electric SUV with a charging time of under 30 minutes
• ·A university started a new program in art and design
• ·Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste
• ·A local newspaper covered a local festival
• ·A study showed that spending 20 minutes outdoors daily can improve mood and reduce anxiety
• ·A pharmaceutical company began clinical trials for a new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A new study revealed that spending time with friends can reduce stress levels
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to support local homeless shelter
• ·A famous singer released a new song that became a hit within hours of its release
• ·Marine biologists launch project to protect sea turtles from plastic pollution
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intake
• ·Researchers found that drinking water regularly boosts energy levels
• ·A tech company developed a new virtual reality device for entertainment
• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household energy costs
• ·A construction company won a contract to build a new hospital wing for pediatric care