Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

Doctors developed a vaccine to protect children in Africa from a deadly childhood diseaseThe community center hosted a job fair with 50 local companies hiring for various positions

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking onlineA major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next year

Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesPet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies

Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in rural areasTravel magazine lists top hidden travel destinations for budget travelers

Research finds that board games improve communication skills in familiesShoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and organic cotton

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• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects volunteers with local community service projects
• ·A local high school won the national robotics competition beating 100 other teams from across the country
• ·The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new line of specialty teas
• ·A charity organized a food drive to collect donations for homeless shelters
• ·A coffee shop hosted a live jazz night every Friday that featured local musicians
• ·Local hospitals will start using a new AI system to assist in diagnosing rare diseases
• ·A charity organization started a program to provide free meals to elderly residents
• ·A local library announced it will offer free coding classes for children and teens starting next month, funded by a private donation.
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metal
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three scientists for their work on quantum dots
• ·A local café started serving breakfast all day
• ·A new study showed that meditating for 10 minutes a day improves focus at work