A hospital started offering virtual doctor visits for non-emergency medical issues

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobsLocal authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%

Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%

The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksArt gallery showcases works by emerging local artists

Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strainsElectronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers

Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wildLifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste

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• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find stable housing and jobs
• ·A tech startup raised $25 million to develop a new type of renewable energy technology
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours
• ·Local high school announces plans to build outdoor learning space for science classes
• ·A school district updated its technology policy to allow students to use their own devices in class
• ·Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying program in all schools
• ·Highway department begins road improvement project on major route
• ·A farm started offering a weekly subscription service for fresh produce boxes
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open 24 hours a day during the holiday shopping season
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·A major comedy festival announced its lineup featuring 45 stand-up comedians from 10 countries
• ·A coffee shop began offering free refills for customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits