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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• ·Bus company updates fleet with more fuel-efficient vehicles
• ·A major airline updated its in flight entertainment system with more movie options
• ·Researchers developed a new type of vaccine that provides longer protection against a common virus
• ·A farm sold organic eggs
• ·Doctors created a new treatment for eczema that reduces itching and inflammation
• ·A famous writer gave a lecture at the local library about her creative process
• ·A software company released an update to its app that added a dark mode and faster loading times
• ·Online platform launches new feature to connect freelance workers with clients
• ·A retail store announced it would extend its opening hours to 10 PM during the holiday shopping season
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular app
• ·A high school robotics team won first place in a state competition with their autonomous delivery robot
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·A popular online retailer added a line of eco-friendly home goods made from sustainable materials
• ·A clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its sales to environmental conservation groups
• ·Local businesses reported increased sales during the recent holiday shopping season
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism and energy levels