A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibition

Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next yearResearch team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity

City officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festivalSports league introduces new safety rules for youth athletes to prevent injuriesBook publisher signs deal with best selling author for three new novels

Hospital reports decrease in emergency room visits for seasonal illnesses this monthAutomotive company reveals plans to build electric vehicle charging stations across the country

Survey shows majority of employees want more flexible work hours post pandemic

Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collectionThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European country

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• ·Researchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per year
• ·Researchers found that gardening is a good way to reduce anxiety
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $50
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s winter will have above-average snowfall
• ·Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new coal mining project
• ·Geologists study effects of climate change on mountain glaciers
• ·The national symphony orchestra performed a concert to celebrate its 50th anniversary
• ·Scientists reported that the global average temperature has risen by 1.2°C since the pre-industrial era
• ·The weather service warned of extreme cold temperatures for northern states
• ·Local schools held a cultural fair showcasing traditional dances and foods from around the world
• ·The city introduced a new public transportation card for easier travel
• ·The school board decided to update the curriculum to include more practical courses
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of carrots to a local senior center
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new hospital
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing outdoor sports events to resume after a week of rain