A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at craft fairs

The city hosted an international conference on climate changeA new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books

Local farmers' markets attracted more customers who prefer organic foodThe government passed a law to protect endangered animals and their habitatsA tech startup launched a new app that helps people manage their daily schedules

Researchers created a fast test method for a common infectious diseaseThe local theater group announced its upcoming performance schedule including classic plays

A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region

Scientists identified a new gene that is related to human longevityBook club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion

Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildingsGolf tournament raises $15000 for youth sports programs in local schools

Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adultsTea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens

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• ·A high school science club won a national award for their project on renewable energy storage
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 92%
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can improve blood flow in adults
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches
• ·A hotel chain started using eco-friendly cleaning products in all its properties
• ·A school started a gardening club that grew vegetables for the school cafeteria’s salad bar
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for math and science programs in schools
• ·A new study revealed that spending time with family pets lowers stress hormones in adults
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance
• ·The government allocated $1 billion to upgrade aging water treatment facilities across the country
• ·An international charity delivered 20000 tents to families displaced by a civil war
• ·A charity organization provided free medical check - ups to elderly residents
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year