A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults

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 online

A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next yearScientists 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 adultsThe government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores

A tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesChocolate shop creates artisanal chocolates with local ingredients

Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new vehiclesTV network announces new reality show about farm life

Research shows that regular socializing improves mental health in seniorsPlant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators

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• ·Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year
• ·A community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music
• ·A medical study found that drinking green tea daily can reduce the risk of certain types of cancer
• ·Radio station adds new program focused on local music and artists
• ·Doctors recommended that people get enough sleep for better overall health
• ·A community garden donated 250 pounds of zucchini to a local food bank this summer
• ·A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores and sell products online
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·A hotel started offering complimentary breakfast for all guests
• ·Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of processed foods for better health
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 2,000 people
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2030, focusing on electric vehicles.
• ·Hardware store sells compost bins and gardening supplies for home gardeners
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materials
• ·A retail store announced it would extend its opening hours to 10 PM during the holiday shopping season