A study revealed that pet ownership can reduce feelings of loneliness in seniors

A new study showed that spending time with family improves mental healthThe city council voted to reduce taxes for small businesses

A popular online retailer launched a new line of eco-friendly productsScientists discovered a new species of bird in a remote forestThe school district announced plans to hire more teachers

Researchers found that drinking herbal tea can help with digestionThe police department seized a large amount of illegal drugs in a raid

A local bakery launched a new line of whole-grain pastries that sold out within three days of release

A high school science club won a national award for their project on renewable energy storageA coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community gardenArchaeologists discovered an ancient burial site with artifacts from a pre-Columbian civilization

Car companies announced a collaboration to develop affordable electric vehicles for familiesA drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents

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• ·A farmers market added a food truck section
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection
• ·A winter storm dumped 20 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for three days
• ·Students participated in a clean-up campaign along the river
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.9 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 49% by 2030
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect forest habitats from deforestation
• ·Major airline adds direct flights between mid-sized city and European hub
• ·A national park closed a section of a lake temporarily to stock it with native fish species
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in science fairs
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website
• ·The city announced it will install more public Wi-Fi hotspots in parks and plazas
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state meet
• ·Firefighters rescue family from apartment fire caused by faulty electrical wiring
• ·A research study showed that eating nuts regularly may reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare surgery to treat a patient with a heart condition
• ·A severe hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas