A bookstore hosted a poetry night where local poets read their work to an audience

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionA zoo opened a new exhibit featuring pandas from China

Researchers studied the impact of air pollution on lung health in childrenLocal police solved a 10-year-old cold case using new DNA technology

A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spiceThe city council approved plans to build a new swimming pool in the suburbs

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• ·A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit perfectly
• ·A major airline announced it would be increasing flight frequencies to popular tourist destinations during the summer season.
• ·A small café started using compostable cups and utensils to reduce waste
• ·A new study revealed that drinking green tea daily may lower the risk of certain cancers
• ·Doctors recommended that people limit their screen time before bed to improve sleep quality
• ·Candle company releases holiday scents like pine and cranberry
• ·Heavy snowfall in the Rocky Mountains closed several ski resorts and blocked mountain highways
• ·Scientists develop new vaccine to protect against animal borne illnesses
• ·Local schools held a science competition where students presented inventions for sustainability
• ·The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activities
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·A pet groomer opened a new salon that offers spa treatments for dogs and cats
• ·A garden center introduced a new line of drought tolerant plants for home gardens
• ·Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to search for missing persons
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools highways and disrupting transit