Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flour

A retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charityA heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubsA museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection

A local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers marketEngineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the worldLocal schools installed new security systems including cameras and access control doors

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

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• ·Local businesses reported a 25% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·Dance school holds annual recital featuring performances by 300 students
• ·A local high school’s robotics team won second place at an international competition in Tokyo
• ·An international organization launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 560000 people in drought-stricken areas
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with vegan pancakes and avocado toast
• ·A pet rescue organization started a pet food bank for low-income pet owners
• ·Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope
• ·The city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performance
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found that daily exercise can improve mental health by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
• ·Local police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security
• ·Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regions
• ·Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildings
• ·A gym offered family memberships at a 30% discount to encourage families to exercise together
• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game
• ·Skateboard competition awards $10000 prize to winner of best trick contest