A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys

Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe stormResearchers studied the effects of sleep duration on academic performance in college students

A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film FestivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year

A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homesThe government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast

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• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 94%
• ·A school started a student-run garden where vegetables are grown and donated to local food banks
• ·The national weather service warned of a blizzard approaching the northeastern states
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester
• ·A bank introduced a savings account with a 4% interest rate for new customers
• ·The national currency strengthened against the dollar by 1.5% following positive trade balance data
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that plays a role in preventing certain types of cancer
• ·A study found that swimming for 45 minutes three times a week can improve heart health by 22%
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted top players from 30 different countries
• ·A popular clothing brand collaborated with a famous athlete to create a line of activewear
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers through its website
• ·A new shopping center opened with a rooftop garden and outdoor dining areas
• ·A farm stand began accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible to low-income shoppers
• ·A research study showed that students who get enough sleep perform better on tests
• ·The government offered tax incentives to companies that adopt environmentally friendly practices