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

Police department launches app for citizens to report suspicious activityArt gallery features works by local high school art students

Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents injuriesElectronics store offers discounts on laptops for back to school seasonWildlife sanctuary releases birds of prey back into wild

Lifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household energy costsScientists compare effects of organic and conventional farming on soil

Track and field athletes win multiple medals at state meet

Study reveals that family meals lead to healthier eating habits in kidsA research study found that volunteering can improve mental health

A local café started serving craft beer and wine in the eveningA government program helped homeowners make their homes more energy efficient

A sports team signed a new sponsorship deal with a local companyA city banned parking in certain areas to make room for bike lanes

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• ·A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola bars
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public schools’ science programs
• ·Scientists discovered that lack of sleep will affect people's work efficiency
• ·Local police partnered with schools to teach internet safety to children
• ·Local vineyards reported their best harvest in a decade due to ideal summer weather conditions
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public library in the eastern part of town
• ·A study found that daily walking can reduce the risk of stroke in older adults
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of ant in the rainforests of Brazil
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduled
• ·The national soccer team played a friendly match against an international team
• ·A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutes
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·The stock market received a boost from news of a new medical breakthrough
• ·Newspaper covers story of local farmer who grows heirloom vegetables for restaurants
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·Tech giant Apple unveiled a new laptop with a more powerful chip and longer battery life