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 catering company expanded its menu to include more plant based meal options
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to design a limited edition clothing collection
• ·A school added a coding club that competed in a regional coding competition
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits and activities
• ·A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop saw a 50% increase in customers
• ·A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry
• ·Art gallery showcases works by emerging local artists
• ·Police arrested five suspects in connection with a series of thefts at a shopping mall
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A car accident in a parking garage resulted in minor injuries for three people
• ·A famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A popular online retailer added a line of eco-friendly home goods made from sustainable materials
• ·Camping store expands selection of gear for outdoor adventures
• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free bread that tastes like traditional wheat bread
• ·A local café started serving plant-based milk options like oat, almond, and soy milk