Local hospitals reported a decrease in emergency room visits due to public health campaigns

Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their listening skillsBakery makes low-carb bread for customers on ketogenic diets

Police department launches app for reporting non-emergency incidentsArt gallery showcases works by emerging local artistsResearch shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strains

Electronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printersWildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wild

Lifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste

Scientists compare environmental impact of organic and conventional farmingA sports equipment brand launched a line of sustainable products made from recycled plastic bottles

A library added 5,000 new books to its collection including 1,000 titles in foreign languagesA farm started using drones to monitor crop health and reduce the use of pesticides by 25%

A fashion designer created a new clothing line that uses only organic cotton and natural dyesA fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units

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• ·Scientists found a new planet that could support life due to its distance from its star
• ·Study reveals that using reusable bags reduces plastic waste by 80 percent
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes less noise for nearby communities
• ·A school district updated its technology infrastructure to provide faster internet access
• ·A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books
• ·The federal bank announced measures to stabilize the stock market
• ·Weather forecasters warned of coastal flooding
• ·Researchers found that a plant-based diet can lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·A sports league held an all star game in a small city for the first time
• ·A fashion store started offering custom fitting services to ensure clothes fit customers perfectly
• ·A tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·A city installed more public restrooms in parks and downtown areas
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that can operate efficiently in low-wind conditions