A new study showed that 65% of parents prefer in-person school events over virtual gatherings

A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic wasteThe country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare

A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attractionResearchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adultsA music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation

The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgroundsA major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production

Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving

Scientists captured rare footage of a endangered whale species in the deep waters of the Pacific OceanA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

A sports team signed a new star player from another teamA local newspaper started a digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking news

A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its productsA construction project to renovate an old library began this week

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• ·A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible
• ·A study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school students
• ·A sports team hired a new coach with experience in international competitions
• ·A new study showed that meeting friends regularly reduces stress and improves mental health
• ·Research finds that board games improve communication skills in families
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understanding
• ·A high school football team won its first state championship in 30 years
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest this year, thanks to favorable weather conditions and advanced agricultural techniques.
• ·A community launched a recycling program that diverts 60% of waste from landfills
• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·The city’s public transport system introduced a new app for tracking buses and trains
• ·A hospital purchased a new 3D imaging machine to improve the accuracy of medical diagnoses
• ·A music festival raised $2.5 million for local animal shelters through ticket sales
• ·The university offered online courses to students from other countries
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on local businesses celebrating 50 years