A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals

The government provided grants to small businesses affected by the pandemicA new aquarium opened with a variety of sea creatures

Students participated in a clean-up campaign along the riverA popular restaurant was awarded a Michelin starThe city council announced plans to improve public parks

Scientists discovered a new way to produce clean energyA charity raised funds to build schools in developing countries

The country’s trade deficit decreased by 8 percent this year

A historical castle was opened to the public after restoration workLocal newspaper publishes special edition on community heroes

Scientists create rapid test for COVID 19 variantsFitness center offers group classes like Zumba and spin

Study finds that journaling helps people process difficult emotionsChocolate shop makes artisanal chocolates with local ingredients

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• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·A local bakery won first prize at a national baking competition for its chocolate cake
• ·Study indicates that learning a musical instrument boosts memory in older adults
• ·Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in popular recreation areas
• ·The city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes
• ·A coffee shop sourced its beans from a fair-trade farm to support ethical farming practices
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits for the heart
• ·Power company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy
• ·Doctors used stem cell therapy to treat a patient with a severe spinal cord injury
• ·Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on decision-making skills
• ·Mudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students in rural areas access college prep courses
• ·A bookstore offered a subscription service where customers receive a new book every month
• ·Scientists identified a protein that helps the body fight off viral infections like the flu
• ·Research finds that keeping a garden improves physical activity levels