A new study showed that 65% of parents prefer in-person school events over virtual gatherings

A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic wasteThe country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare

A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attractionResearchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adultsA music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation

The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgroundsA major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production

Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving

Scientists captured rare footage of a endangered whale species in the deep waters of the Pacific OceanA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

A sports team signed a new star player from another teamA local newspaper started a digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking news

A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its productsA construction project to renovate an old library began this week

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• ·A farm started selling grass-fed beef
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastics in all public spaces, starting next year.
• ·A hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medication
• ·Marine biologists found that coral reefs are recovering faster than expected in protected areas
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill to practice saving people from tall buildings
• ·Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month
• ·A farm started a petting zoo to attract families to its property
• ·A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainment
• ·A national park closed a campground temporarily due to a wildfire risk
• ·A major bank announced low-interest loans for women and minority-owned small businesses
• ·A government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 58% more efficient than current models
• ·The railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·Cross country team wins state championship with record breaking time
• ·A river in the south overflowed its banks, causing damage to 60 farms and several roads