A restaurant started offering "happy hour" specials on appetizers and drinks

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adultsA major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13% over the past five years thanks to conservation

Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precautionA farm started a CSA program where members receive weekly boxes of seasonal produce

A museum hosted a family day with face painting and craft activities for childrenA airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance

A charity organized a toy drive for children in foster care during the holiday seasonA university started a new graduate program in public health with a focus on epidemiology

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• ·A best-selling author announced a book tour with 30 stops across North America
• ·TV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards
• ·Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent
• ·A airline offered free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing with a best selling author of mystery novels
• ·A major car brand announced it will stop producing gas-powered cars by 2035
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for asthma that works faster and has fewer side effects
• ·Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A coffee shop started selling nitro cold brew for a smoother taste
• ·The government launched a new initiative to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses
• ·The city council discussed plans to improve public transportation services
• ·A tech company released a new software update to fix security issues
• ·A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer
• ·A tech company released a software update with new features
• ·A severe earthquake struck a coastal town causing significant damage to buildings and leading to several injuries
• ·A famous novelist announced a new book based on real-life historical events