A new study showed that 65% of parents prefer in-person school events over virtual gatherings

A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic wasteThe country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare

A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attractionResearchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adultsA music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation

The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgroundsA major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production

Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving

Scientists captured rare footage of a endangered whale species in the deep waters of the Pacific OceanA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

A sports team signed a new star player from another teamA local newspaper started a digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking news

A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its productsA construction project to renovate an old library began this week

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• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly and longer-lasting
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·Newspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms
• ·A tech company released a new software update with improved security features
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs that gained social media attention
• ·A local artist painted a large mural on a downtown building to promote unity
• ·A garden center introduced a new line of drought tolerant plants for home gardens
• ·A construction company finished building a new elementary school with 18 classrooms
• ·The school district provided free breakfast for all students in primary schools
• ·Music festival adds second weekend due to high demand for tickets
• ·Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure by 12% in hypertensive patients
• ·A university opened a new career center to help students find internships and jobs
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play string instruments
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to compost food waste
• ·International leaders signed a new agreement to reduce plastic waste in ocean ecosystems