A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

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• ·A tropical depression formed in the Pacific prompting storm warnings for coastal communities
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil drilling project in a protected area
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·A hospital successfully performed a groundbreaking surgery to transplant a 3D-printed organ into a patient.
• ·A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attraction
• ·A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family income
• ·A hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and toys for guests’ animals
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits
• ·The city introduced a new recycling scheme for electronic waste
• ·A university research team studied the impact of social media on relationships
• ·A famous singer announced a tour to promote their new album with shows in 30 cities
• ·A university’s soccer team made it to the national tournament for the first time
• ·The city introduced a new recycling program to reduce waste
• ·A famous writer gave a lecture at the local library about her creative process
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation