A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 30000 employees nationwide

Study reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percentIce cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit

Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to detect illegal substancesTheater shows classic movie with introduction by film historianResearch finds that playing piano improves memory in older adults

Camping store sells lightweight gear for backpackersMarine biologists plant new coral to restore damaged reefs

School newsletter shares student artwork and poetry

Chemists make cleaning products from natural ingredients like vinegarA research team studied the effects of social media on teenage mental health

A local bookstore hosted a author signing event for a newly released novelA government agency announced new guidelines for workplace safety

A sports brand released a new line of eco friendly athletic wearA hospital opened a new wing dedicated to pediatric care

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• ·Major retailers extended their summer sale period by two weeks to meet customer demand
• ·Local restaurants offered takeout and delivery services to support community members
• ·A farm started selling grass-fed beef
• ·Ambulance service offers free CPR training to community members
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based milk alternatives like oat and almond milk
• ·Scientists used new technology to clone a rare animal to protect the species
• ·Engineers unveiled a prototype of a zero-emission public bus designed to operate in urban areas
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·Newsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms
• ·A well-known clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products by next year
• ·A survey found that 70% of citizens support investing more in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions
• ·Volunteer group builds houses for families affected by recent flood
• ·Major airline announces partnership with hotel chain for discounted travel packages
• ·A tech company released a new operating system with improved security features
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a strong storm system that could bring heavy rain to the eastern states