A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys

Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe stormResearchers studied the effects of sleep duration on academic performance in college students

A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film FestivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year

A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homesThe government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast

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• ·Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than others
• ·Research finds that board games improve critical thinking in children
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season after high ratings in its fourth season
• ·A study found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety
• ·Farmers used weather forecasting tools to plan their farming activities
• ·The local fire department hosted a safety workshop for families in the community
• ·A tech company released a software update to fix security issues in its popular app
• ·Camping store expands selection of gear for outdoor adventures
• ·A drought led to water conservation measures in cities across the western states
• ·A study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients
• ·A city council approved the construction of 400 new affordable housing units in the city
• ·A celebrity chef appeared on a talk show to demonstrate a new recipe
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play that sold out all shows
• ·A severe storm hit the east coast overnight, causing power outages for over 100,000 residents and closing several major highways.
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $50,000 for a nonprofit