A community garden started a youth program to teach kids about gardening and healthy eating

A new study showed that drinking black tea regularly can lower cholesterol levelsThe government increased funding for research into treatments for Alzheimer's disease

A major sports league announced it will expand to include two new teams next seasonResearchers created a new device that can detect early signs of kidney disease using urine samplesThe school district announced it will offer free after-school tutoring for students struggling in math

Scientists found that butterflies are changing their migration routes due to changing temperaturesThe city council banned the use of single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants

A popular streaming service added a new category of documentaries about science and technology

Researchers found that regular strength training reduces the risk of falls in the elderlyA charity collected donations of school supplies for children in low income families

A research study found that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than exercising indoorsA sports equipment store started selling eco friendly sports gear

A local newspaper won a state award for its feature storiesA bakery started offering catering services for events

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• ·A library added new audio books and e-books for users to borrow online
• ·Researchers found that playing board games improves cognitive function in the elderly
• ·Major airline announces partnership with hotel chain for discounted travel packages
• ·A national park closed a trail for maintenance
• ·The city council approved a new housing development project
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·A tech company announced it will move its headquarters to a city with lower taxes
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage parents to vaccinate their children against whooping cough
• ·The government passed a law to reduce noise pollution in urban areas
• ·Video game studio announces release date for highly anticipated action game
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekends
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate malaria in five remaining countries
• ·A city installed new benches and water fountains in public parks to improve visitor comfort
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection for the holiday season
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·Postal service delivers holiday packages ahead of schedule this year