A local newspaper launched a digital subscription service to expand its readership

The school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary studentsScientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate

The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesA popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its libraryResearchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adults

The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sitesA tech startup created a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollutants

Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces the risk of complications

The local museum held a special event for kids featuring hands-on science experimentsPet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices

City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schoolsOnline retailer offers free returns on all purchases

Physicists study black holes to understand universe formationSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games

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• ·Local businesses reported higher sales during the holiday season
• ·A local newspaper launched a digital subscription service to expand its readership
• ·Apple announced the launch of its latest smartphone model featuring a more powerful processor and longer battery life
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make compost for a local community garden
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A study found that eating a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 30% compared to a meat-heavy diet.
• ·Amazon unveiled a new delivery drone that can carry packages weighing up to 5 pounds and deliver them in 30 minutes or less
• ·A farm switched to organic farming methods
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems and eye diseases early
• ·Police arrested four suspects in connection with a series of burglaries in a wealthy neighborhood
• ·A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs
• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October
• ·A school district announced it will provide free breakfast to all students next year
• ·A local basketball team won the state championship after a come-from-behind victory in the final