An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling internationally

Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probeCross country team wins state championship with record breaking time

Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their reading skillsBakery makes low carb bread for customers on special dietsPolice department launches app for citizens to report suspicious activity

Art gallery features works by local high school art studentsResearch shows that stretching before exercise prevents injuries

Electronics store offers discounts on laptops for back to school season

Wildlife sanctuary releases birds of prey back into wildA research study found that listening to music can reduce pain

A local café introduced a new menu item inspired by international cuisineA government program provided training for workers in high demand fields

A sports team hired a new assistant coach with expertise in strength trainingA city installed more traffic lights in busy intersections

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• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public schools’ science programs
• ·A hospital started a cancer support group
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 19 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic buildings
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste materials
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·A musician released a cover song that went viral on social media with 2 million views
• ·The city council voted to give $1 million to fund public art projects like murals and sculptures
• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for 35000 residents in the central region
• ·A local café offered a discount to customers who brought their own reusable cups
• ·The public transit system added 50 new buses to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·Opera house presents new production of famous opera with modern stage design
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its innovative take on traditional regional dishes
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature.
• ·The local zoo announced the birth of a baby elephant as part of its conservation program