A team of doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness.

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingFlorist creates custom wedding arrangements using seasonal local flowersTeachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons

Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groupsResearch finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration

Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin

Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserveResearchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students

A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countriesThe national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity

A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxesThe government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging

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• ·A small business owner expanded their online store to include international shipping options
• ·A popular clothing brand collaborated with a famous athlete to create a line of activewear
• ·Scientists create new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of flu
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking
• ·A famous athlete broke the world record in the 100-meter sprint with a time of 9.58 seconds
• ·Engineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficiently
• ·A gym started a fitness program for people with disabilities
• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for energy-efficient homes
• ·Radio station hosts fundraiser to support local food bank
• ·Local police increased patrols in shopping districts during the holiday season to prevent theft
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxide
• ·A new TV series based on a novel became popular worldwide
• ·Researchers calculated that using a reusable coffee cup saves over 200 disposable cups per year
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell regeneration
• ·Tennis star wins grand slam tournament for the third time in career
• ·A local newspaper expanded its neighborhood coverage, adding 10 new community correspondents