A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels

Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserveStudy shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parksMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming filmPower company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy

Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotelsTheater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city park

Biologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online ordersA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usualA team of historians found a letter written by a famous president during the Civil War

Local police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday seasonA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

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• ·A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performance
• ·Fitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages
• ·A city added 20 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small batch craft beer industry in the area
• ·A small business owner started a blog to share tips and advice related to their industry
• ·A software company provided free training to small businesses on how to use its products
• ·A new study found that reading for 30 minutes each day can reduce stress levels by 68%, according to research from a psychology institute.
• ·Researchers discovered that a certain type of seaweed can be used to make biodegradable packaging
• ·Library hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parents
• ·A tennis player won their 24th Grand Slam title breaking a decades-old record
• ·Coast guard rescues several sailors from storm hit boat
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast