Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter

Tennis tournament attracts top-ranked players from 18 countriesStudy shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults

Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted drivingOpera house stages new production of "La Traviata" with modern costumes

Research indicates that early music lessons improve language skills in toddlersToy company releases interactive robot that teaches coding to kids

Park rangers offer guided hikes to teach visitors about native plants

Pharmacy offers free delivery of prescription medications for homebound patientsScientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissions

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• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within 4.5 months
• ·A construction company began work on a new hospital wing dedicated to mental health services
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effects
• ·Freelance platform adds new category for graphic design services
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·A library added a collection of books about mental health to support community members struggling with mental illness
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Coast guard rescues fishermen from capsized boat in Atlantic Ocean
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small batch craft beer industry in the area
• ·A local bakery won an award for its traditional bread recipes
• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits among children
• ·A bakery started using organic ingredients in all of its products to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on social media
• ·The university published a research paper on the effects of social media on youth
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home