A severe storm hit the east coast overnight, causing power outages for over 100,000 residents and closing several major highways.

A tech company allowed its employees to work from home three days a week which improved employee satisfactionA community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season

A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchasesA university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate changeA taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver

A study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry

A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 people

A farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture practicesA national park closed a section of a lake temporarily to stock it with fish

A clothing store started selling its products online through a new websiteA city launched a bike sharing program to reduce traffic congestion

A research team developed a new vaccine for a common animal diseaseA bookstore hosted a book fair featuring local authors

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• ·A airline added new snack options, including gluten free and vegan choices
• ·The fire department responded to a large blaze at a commercial building downtown
• ·The country’s trade deficit decreased by 8 percent this year
• ·A taxi company added 10 wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet
• ·A university research team discovered a new species of plant in a remote forest
• ·A city installed more traffic lights at busy intersections to reduce accidents
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant on a 4.5-year-old child giving them a new chance at life
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·A cyclist set a new national record for the 100-kilometer race
• ·A historical castle was opened to the public after restoration work
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games
• ·A vet clinic added a 24-hour emergency service to meet the needs of pet owners in the area
• ·Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies
• ·Researchers discovered that drinking green tea regularly may lower the risk of certain cancers
• ·Researchers found that daily consumption of Greek yogurt can improve gut health in adults
• ·The stock market experienced a slight increase following positive economic reports