A new study showed that 65% of parents prefer in-person school events over virtual gatherings

A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic wasteThe country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare

A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attractionResearchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adultsA music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation

The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgroundsA major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production

Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving

Scientists captured rare footage of a endangered whale species in the deep waters of the Pacific OceanA 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 news

A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its productsA construction project to renovate an old library began this week

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• ·A local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families
• ·A farm started selling fresh herbs and spices at a local farmers market
• ·Local police started a program to teach pedestrian safety to elementary school students
• ·Scientists found a new way to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy
• ·A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoods
• ·A large telecom company invested $1.8 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to rural areas
• ·Clothing brand uses recycled denim to create new line of jeans
• ·A hotel started offering discounted rates for guests who stay for more than three nights
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of marine life living in the deep sea trenches
• ·A marathon race attracted 20,000 participants from 50 countries with the winner finishing in 2 hours 10 minutes
• ·Marine biologists found that coral reefs are recovering in areas with strict protection measures
• ·Research indicates that gratitude journaling reduces stress
• ·A photographer captured photos of a rare wildlife migration that were featured in an international nature magazine
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can store 50% more energy than current models
• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for over 10000 households in the suburbs
• ·Bookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s author