A thunderstorm caused damage to roofs and power lines in several neighborhoods

Researchers found a potential link between daily walking and reduced risk of type 2 diabetesA popular clothing brand announced it will phase out plastic packaging by the end of next year

A high school hosted its first international cultural festival, featuring food and performances from 15 countriesA university opened a new research lab focused on developing sustainable battery technologiesA small town organized a cleanup event that removed 3 tons of litter from local rivers

A construction company began work on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic in downtown areasA social media platform rolled out a new feature to help users identify and report fake news

A local library started offering free digital literacy classes for senior citizens twice a week

A bakery won first place at a national food expo for its innovative vegan chocolate cakeResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativity

Juice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juicesAnimal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption fees

Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown areaAstronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

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• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·Biologists develop new pesticide that targets pests without harming bees
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area
• ·A bakery received a certificate of excellence for its sustainable business practices
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·A scientist developed a more efficient solar panel that works in low light
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to use energy-efficient light bulbs in their stores
• ·A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skills
• ·The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activities
• ·A university organized a conference on global health issues
• ·A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next year
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·The city council approved the renovation of an old historical building
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular app
• ·Research finds that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety levels in college students
• ·A small business owner started a blog about their industry, gaining 6,000 followers