Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·Doctors urged people to get regular skin checks to detect skin cancer early
• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will open 15 new locations in small cities this year
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving, setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends.
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert that raised $20,000 for disaster relief
• ·Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debris
• ·Running club organizes 5K race to raise money for cancer research
• ·A library started offering free Wi-Fi to visitors who don’t have internet access at home
• ·A airline offered free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·Researchers found that eating a balanced breakfast helps students stay focused during class
• ·A luxury hotel chain decided to stop using single-use plastics in all its hotels
• ·A major retailer announced it would be expanding its online shopping platform to offer same-day delivery in more cities.
• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens
• ·Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 30% over the past two years
• ·A fire department hosted a smoke alarm installation day where they installed free smoke alarms in low-income homes