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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• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey
• ·Film festival announces lineup including works from 25 countries
• ·A fire department helped local businesses create fire evacuation plans
• ·Researchers found that listening to music while studying can improve memory retention
• ·Local authorities reported a 15% drop in crime rates over the past six months citing improved community policing
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniors
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%
• ·The government launched a program to encourage renewable energy use
• ·Study finds that essential oils like peppermint boost energy levels
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publication
• ·Weather experts predicted a mild winter this year
• ·Running club organizes 5k race to support homeless shelter
• ·A software company released a game app that was downloaded 300,000 times in its first month
• ·A school started a debate club that won first place in a regional competition