A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults

A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospitalA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

A sports team signed a new star player from another teamA local newspaper started a digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking newsA bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its products

A construction project to renovate an old library began this weekA smartphone app that helps users manage their finances reached 5 million downloads

A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration featuring local chefs

A hospital started a program to help patients quit smokingA team of doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness.

A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year, expanding its global presence.A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years.

A severe snowstorm hit the northern region, closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation.A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that can control all household appliances with voice commands.

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• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year regardless of family income
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of nuts daily reduces the risk of heart attacks
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester
• ·The World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·A popular fast-food chain added a new line of healthy salads and wraps to its menu
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new coral reef in a remote ocean area
• ·A tech startup raised $140 million to develop artificial intelligence tools for the healthcare industry
• ·A museum added interactive exhibits to make learning more engaging for children
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will source coffee beans from sustainable farms
• ·A city council approved funding to repair and repave potholed roads in residential areas
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly book swap events for community members