A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children

A city launched a bike safety program for kids with free helmets and lessonsA scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel

A pet store started offering "exotic pet supplies" for reptiles and birdsA restaurant added a vegan menu with 15 new dishesA school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program

A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through gamesA community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen

A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar cookies for health-conscious customers

A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from around the worldA photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel magazine

A hotel started offering "work from hotel" packages with dedicated desks and high-speed internetA musician released a folk album inspired by local history that topped regional music charts

A grocery store added a "zero-waste" aisle with bulk grains nuts and spices in reusable containersA fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 80 community members

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• ·A tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings
• ·Local police seized over $1 million worth of illegal drugs in a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released novel
• ·Scientists at a top research lab discovered a way to make solar panels 20% more efficient using recycled materials
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps trauma patients recover faster
• ·Researchers found that social media use affects sleep patterns in young people
• ·A city council approved a plan to launch a bike sharing program with 500 bikes
• ·A tech startup created a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollutants
• ·A national library digitized 10,000 historical documents making them accessible online for free
• ·A school started a robotics team that qualified for a national competition in its first year
• ·Theater group stages free outdoor production of Shakespeare play in city park
• ·The stock market experienced a sharp decline after a key economic report showed slower-than-expected growth.
• ·Firefighters use drones to find missing hiker in remote wilderness area
• ·Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parks
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with edible flowers and intricate designs
• ·Magazine publishes exclusive interview with Oscar winning actress about new film