Scientists discovered a new way to produce clean energy

Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminantsWrestling team wins state championship for fifth year in a row

Study shows that audiobooks help people with reading difficultiesToy store hosts craft day for kids to make their own toysPostal service hires extra workers for holiday package delivery

Movie theater offers discounted tickets for families on weekendsResearch indicates that gratitude practices reduce symptoms of depression

Hardware store offers classes on woodworking for beginners

Coast guard rescues boaters stranded in stormy watersA software company released a game app that was downloaded 300,000 times in its first month

A community organized a "neighborhood potluck" with dishes from 28 different culturesA grocery store started selling organic produce boxes delivered weekly to customers’ homes

A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibitionA hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and free coffee for guests

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• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·Hardware store sells compost bins to encourage home recycling
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a common childhood illness that takes 5 minutes
• ·Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materials
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxide
• ·A taxi company offered senior discounts for riders over 65 years old
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate a rare disease in developing countries
• ·A major bookstore organized a book signing event with a best - selling author
• ·A thunderstorm caused damage to roofs and power lines in several neighborhoods
• ·The government started a program to help farmers adopt organic farming practices
• ·A college sports team won a regional tournament, qualifying for the national championship for the first time
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after defeating the defending champions
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall levels are above average
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying program that teaches students empathy and respect
• ·The World Bank provided funding to improve healthcare facilities in rural areas