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 local artist painted a mural celebrating the city’s immigrant communities
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby bear from urban neighborhood
• ·A tech company released a new virtual reality game set in ancient Rome
• ·A library announced it will offer free 3D printing services for students and residents
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·Research finds that family game nights improve children’s problem-solving abilities
• ·A historical monument was damaged in a storm and needs repairs
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·Local schools will introduce a new curriculum focused on mental health education starting next semester, officials confirmed.
• ·International medical team develops new treatment for drug resistant tuberculosis
• ·A city council approved funding to repave 25 miles of residential roads damaged by winter weather
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance
• ·Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after an accident
• ·A city implemented a congestion charge to reduce car use and lower air pollution levels
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world