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The imminent closure of five rural Nova Scotia libraries has municipalities working to find funding solutions to keep the doors open. Annapolis Valley Regional Library (AVRL) announced on June 1 it would be closing its Kentville, Hantsport, Lawrencetown, Middleton and Port Williams branches due to a lack of sustainable funding.The libraries are slated to close on July 20, a move that has sparked concern and protests from community members who use those spaces.AVRL says it currently has $160,000 in reserve funds and is looking at its options. “So the board is in good faith taking a look at the reserve…

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This summer, Taco John’s® is bringing guests new ways to experience West-Mex™ cuisine with the Crunchy Dorado Taco headlining the Chipotle Chicken Trio, three new limited-time menu offerings featuring premium ingredients, smoky chipotle flavor, and exceptional value. Inspired by the craveability of traditional dorado-style tacos, the new Crunchy Dorado Taco delivers a twist on the classic taco experience at an unbeatable value with two for $6. Featuring a brand new, extra-crunchy shell, the taco is loaded with savory chipotle shredded chicken, creamy Chipotle Ranch, shredded lettuce, Cheddar cheese, and house-made Pico de…

Canadians are adjusting how they live as financial commitments are catching up even before their paycheque arrives in their bank account, the MNP Consumer Debt Index shows on Monday. Sustained cost pressures mean that for many Canadians, a substantial chunk of their income is already spoken for before they receive their paycheque, polling conducted by Ipsos for insolvency firm MNP Ltd. shows.Three in five Canadians (61 per cent) say at least half of their income is already committed to bills, debt payments, and regular expenses before it arrives, while around one-third (32 per cent) say most of their paycheque is…

Dublin, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Precision Fermentation-Derived Biomaterials Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The precision fermentation-derived biomaterials market is poised for significant growth, with market size projected to expand from $1.72 billion in 2025 to $1.94 billion in 2026, marking a CAGR of 13%. This growth is driven by the rising demand for sustainable biomaterials, advances in synthetic biology research, increased investments in industrial biotechnology, and the broader adoption of bio-based alternatives in various sectors. Looking ahead, the market is expected to reach $3.2 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 13.3%.…

Dublin, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Slackline Festival Tourism Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The slackline festival tourism market has experienced significant growth, escalating from $0.83 billion in 2025 to an anticipated $0.95 billion in 2026, marking a CAGR of 14.3%. This rise is augmented by the burgeoning interest in adventure sports, development in tourism infrastructure, and a boost from social media promoting outdoor events. Forecasts indicate a further expansion of the slackline festival tourism market to $1.63 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 14.5%. This is driven by a growing demand for…

Dublin, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Nerve Repair Biomaterials Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The nerve repair biomaterials market is experiencing rapid expansion, projected to grow from $2.27 billion in 2025 to $2.62 billion in 2026, at a robust CAGR of 15.6%. This growth stems from various historical factors including the limited effectiveness of autograft nerve repair techniques, a high incidence of traumatic nerve injuries, and a shortage of advanced biomaterial scaffolds for nerve regeneration, alongside the high complication rates associated with traditional nerve graft procedures. By 2030, the market is expected to reach…

Dublin, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Near-Eye Display Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global near-eye display market is experiencing remarkable growth, anticipated to increase from $2.87 billion in 2025 to $3.5 billion in 2026, proceeding with a CAGR of 22%. This surge is rooted in historical supply chain dependencies and infrastructure limitations. Future projections indicate a leap to $7.8 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 22.2%, fueled by advancements in 5G, edge computing, and government investments in digital infrastructure. Key trends include technological breakthroughs such as waveguide-based optics for smart glasses,…

New York, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GraniteShares History cleared its throat this morning SK hynix began trading on Nasdaq under SKHY, completing a roughly $29 billion offering, the largest ADR listing ever recorded, bigger than Alibaba in 2014 and Saudi Aramco in 2019. The world’s dominant supplier of High Bandwidth Memory, holding an estimated 50% to 70% of the global HBM market, is finally trading in US hours and US dollars. GraniteShares 2x Long SK Hynix Daily ETF (SKUU) seeks 2 times (200%) the daily percentage change of SKHY, before fees and expenses. GraniteShares 2x Short SK Hynix…

Red Bluff, CA, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Red Bluff, California – 7.13.2026 Aegis Treatment Centers, part of the Pinnacle Treatment Centers family of companies, today announced the opening of a new Medication Unit in Red Bluff, California. The Red Bluff site is a sister clinic to Aegis’s full Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in Chico, providing Tehama County residents with a more convenient option for starting treatment, rather than having to travel out of the area for care. For too long, people in Tehama County dealing with opioid addiction have had to leave their own community to find treatment.…

KATY, Texas, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StoneManor Homes is excited to announce the groundbreaking of its newest community in Sunterra, Houston’s best-selling and most sought-after master-planned community. Construction officially began this week on the model home along with eight quick move-in homes. The collection features open-concept living spaces, designer kitchens, spacious owner’s suites,  Located in Katy, Sunterra has become one of the region’s most desirable places to call home thanks to its award-winning amenities, highly acclaimed Katy ISD schools, convenient access to major employment corridors, and vibrant community atmosphere. Residents enjoy resort-style living featuring the Crystal Lagoon®, lazy…