Study shows that gardening reduces symptoms of depression in older adults

Toy company releases interactive robot that teaches coding to kidsPark rangers offer guided hikes to teach visitors about native plants

Pharmacy offers free delivery of prescription medications for homebound patientsFashion designer collaborates with sustainable textile brand for new collectionStudy finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employees

Firefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heaterCoffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia

Oceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people

A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

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• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A musician released a new album that was reviewed positively by a national music magazine
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·Scientists developed a way to grow vegetables in deserts using limited water resources
• ·A famous clothing brand announced it will use 100% recycled fabric in its new collection
• ·A severe drought led to water restrictions in several communities across the region
• ·Oceanographers discover underwater hydrothermal vents with unique microbial life
• ·A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better academic performance
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on how to paint like a famous artist
• ·A new history museum opened in the city featuring exhibits on local cultural heritage
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 6 mmHg in adults with hypertension
• ·Podcast releases new episode featuring interview with industry expert
• ·A major airline announced it would add three new international routes to popular vacation destinations
• ·A study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school students
• ·The city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streets