Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

Doctors developed a vaccine to protect children in Africa from a deadly childhood diseaseThe community center hosted a job fair with 50 local companies hiring for various positions

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking onlineA major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next year

Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesPet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies

Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in rural areasTravel magazine lists top hidden travel destinations for budget travelers

Research finds that board games improve communication skills in familiesShoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and organic cotton

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• ·Radio station adds new program focused on local music and artists
• ·Study finds that journaling helps reduce symptoms of depression
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekends
• ·A study found that athletes who stretch before workouts have fewer injuries
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app for easier booking
• ·A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on renewable energy and space exploration
• ·The WHO released new recommendations for healthy eating to prevent chronic diseases
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness.
• ·Local businesses are offering special discounts to attract more customers
• ·The government planned to invest in improving public school facilities
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 42% in adults
• ·A clothing brand started a take back program where customers can return old clothes for store credit
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar cookies for health-conscious customers
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh herbs to a local soup kitchen to support their meal programs
• ·A software company released a photo-editing app with filters designed for social media
• ·A local café started offering live music on weekend evenings