A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 15-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour

The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energyA tech startup created an app that helps users find local second-hand stores

Local schools held a career day with speakers from different industriesA renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home countryWeather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend

A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidaysThe country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourism

A historical museum opened an exhibit about the first women to work in space

Researchers found that playing board games improves social skills in young childrenA local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories

A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries, including muffins and scones, for health-conscious customersA construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 200 affordable housing units

A fitness app added new features, including personalized workout plans and nutrition trackingA farmers market started a “kids’ corner” where children can learn about farming through hands-on activities

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• ·A regional summit on refugee rights concluded with a pledge to provide more humanitarian aid
• ·Students won a prize for their invention at a science fair
• ·A study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books
• ·A large hotel chain opened a new resort in a coastal town
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highways
• ·A bakery won a national award for its pastry making
• ·The postal service introduced a same-day delivery service for packages in major cities
• ·Local businesses sponsored a community event to raise money for charity
• ·Local schools will extend opening hours to help working parents
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent
• ·Local residents protested against the construction of a new factory
• ·Library hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parents
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphones
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 10-mile stretch of highway to fix potholes
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to encourage people to adopt rescue animals