The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

Study shows that eating nuts daily lowers risk of heart disease in middle aged adultsCity council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling

Movie theater announces plans to show classic films during weekday matineesPower company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winterSurvey reveals that most travelers prefer eco friendly hotels when planning trips

Theater group performs original play about local history at community centerBiologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices

Software company releases new app to help users manage personal finances

Gardening store offers discount on seeds and tools for spring planting seasonSoccer team wins regional title and advances to national playoffs

Study reveals that reusable water bottles reduce plastic waste by 80%Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local dairy

Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to search for missing personsTheater shows classic film with live musical accompaniment

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• ·Scientists developed a faster diagnostic test for a common childhood illness that delivers results in 15 minutes
• ·Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shopping
• ·A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homes
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a sixth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·Plant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 6 million people in rural areas
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 135 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·Scientists developed a battery that uses recycled materials and is easier to dispose of
• ·Community hosts cultural festival with music and food
• ·A university started a new program focused on renewable energy research
• ·Scientists found a link between lack of sleep and increased stress levels
• ·A farmers market started a “kids’ corner” where children can learn about farming through hands-on activities
• ·The World Health Organization launched a new campaign to promote childhood vaccination
• ·The stock market hit a new all-time high on Monday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies
• ·Local schools reported a 94% pass rate on state standardized tests this year