Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

Doctors developed a vaccine to protect children in Africa from a deadly childhood diseaseThe community center hosted a job fair with 50 local companies hiring for various positions

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking onlineA major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next year

Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesPet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies

Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in rural areasTravel magazine lists top hidden travel destinations for budget travelers

Research finds that board games improve communication skills in familiesShoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and organic cotton

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• ·Researchers found that gardening can be a therapeutic activity for people with anxiety
• ·A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices
• ·A national park closed a lake to stock fish
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·A renowned painter opened an exhibition featuring 50 new works inspired by urban landscapes
• ·A famous poet was awarded a lifetime achievement award for their contributions to literature
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships
• ·The education department launched a new program to provide free tutoring services to students from low-income families.
• ·Research finds that spending time outdoors improves vision in children
• ·Research finds that drinking warm milk before bed improves sleep quality
• ·Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote eco-tourism in national parks
• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens
• ·A university research team discovered a new species of plant in a remote forest
• ·A government agency updated its website to make it easier for people to apply for unemployment benefits
• ·A major car manufacturer recalled 550000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking system