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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• ·Magazine features interview with famous actor about upcoming film
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes less noise for nearby communities
• ·The government announced plans to build a new high-speed rail line connecting two major cities
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals
• ·Farmers adopted new irrigation techniques to conserve water during dry spells
• ·A soccer team signed a 17-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wild
• ·A popular musician performed a free concert in a public square to celebrate the city’s anniversary
• ·The fire department held a free smoke detector installation event for low-income families
• ·A software company released a new graphic design app that is free for students and educators
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 550 toys for kids in need
• ·The government announced a $250 million fund to support rural healthcare clinics with new equipment
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable packaging made from sugarcane fiber
• ·The city hosted an international conference on climate change solutions
• ·A construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 40 new patient beds