A bookstore hosted a poetry night where local poets read their work to an audience

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionA zoo opened a new exhibit featuring pandas from China

Researchers studied the impact of air pollution on lung health in childrenLocal police solved a 10-year-old cold case using new DNA technology

A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spiceThe city council approved plans to build a new swimming pool in the suburbs

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• ·A local newspaper won a state award for its feature stories
• ·The national park service announced plans to improve trails and visitor facilities
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep sea fish living near hydrothermal vents
• ·A school hosted a music festival where students performed in bands and choirs
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve public transportation for people with disabilities
• ·A city added more bike lanes to connect residential areas to downtown
• ·A gym added new weight training equipment
• ·Weather conditions forced the closure of several mountain roads due to snow
• ·Research indicates that 8 hours of sleep improves memory retention
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·School newsletter features student projects on environmental conservation
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to vaccinate 10 million children against measles in Africa
• ·A streaming service added a library of classic foreign films with English subtitles
• ·Researchers studied how exercise affects brain health
• ·A bookstore hosted a book fair featuring local authors
• ·Scientists found that certain types of music can help improve focus while studying