Bird watchers spot rare bird species in local wetland preserve

The city council voted to ban disposable vapes in public spacesAn oil company announced it will invest $5 billion in geothermal energy projects

A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue teamA study showed that eating breakfast within 90 minutes of waking can boost energy levelsThe postal service announced it will add 150 new delivery trucks to handle holiday volume

Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debrisA famous singer released a charity album to raise money for disaster relief efforts

Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year

Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce floodingA tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors blood sugar levels without needles

A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 200 homes in a suburban neighborhoodThe government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic farming practices

Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from ocean water more efficientlyAn airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children

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• ·A study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of certain cancers by 30%
• ·A community held a cultural festival with food music and dance from different countries
• ·A school district started a mentorship program for new teachers
• ·Video game studio announces release date for highly anticipated sequel
• ·A famous chef opened a new downtown restaurant specializing in global fusion cuisine
• ·A new video game was released and quickly became a top seller
• ·Research indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on regional barbecue
• ·A famous singer announced a surprise concert to raise money for homeless shelters in major cities
• ·A severe cold wave led to school closures and increased demand for heating fuel
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its innovative cuisine
• ·A major tech firm unveiled a new smart home device that connects all household appliances into one system
• ·The local community organized a fundraiser for a children's hospital
• ·A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic waste
• ·Scientists identified a gene that affects how the body metabolizes sugar and fat