Doctors advised people with respiratory conditions to stay indoors during a recent air quality alert

Doctors developed a vaccine to protect children in Africa from a deadly childhood diseaseThe community center hosted a job fair with 50 local companies hiring for various positions

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking onlineA major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next year

Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesPet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies

Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in rural areasTravel magazine lists top hidden travel destinations for budget travelers

Research finds that board games improve communication skills in familiesShoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and organic cotton

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• ·A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities
• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·Skateboard competition awards $5,000 prize to best amateur rider
• ·Research indicates that regular stretching reduces muscle soreness
• ·A sports team announced a new mascot designed by a local artist
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities
• ·A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur, leather, and other animal products
• ·A new survey found 65% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A drought in the western states led to reduced crop yields for local farmers
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app, helping riders recover items
• ·A community organized a charity run that raised $15000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Software firm launches project management tool designed for small creative teams
• ·Scientists found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of attention deficit disorder
• ·The government announced tax credits for homeowners who install solar panels on their roofs