A thunderstorm caused power outages for 30000 residents in the central region

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic children

Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic and natural rubberCoast guard conducts search and rescue drills in preparation for hurricane seasonBook club discusses novel about climate change and environmental activism

Engineers design new flood protection system for coastal citiesGolf tournament raises funds for after school programs in low income neighborhoods

Study shows that owning a dog increases physical activity levels in seniors

Tea shop imports rare white tea from remote regions of ChinaA fashion store launched a "swap and save" program where customers can trade old clothes for discounts on new items

A library added a collection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readersA farm invested in a new irrigation system that reduced water usage by 30% while increasing crop yields

A fire department hosted a community barbeque to raise funds for new emergency response gearA software company released a language learning app that uses gamification to make lessons more engaging

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• ·Scientists created a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteria
• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adults
• ·The government launched a program to provide free internet access to rural schools
• ·A tech startup developed an app that helps users find and book local home repair services
• ·The government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic farming practices
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in the basements of 80 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A community garden hosted a harvest festival with live music and food made from garden produce
• ·A team of engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 50% more efficient than current models.
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations
• ·A local farm started a community-supported agriculture program where members receive weekly produce boxes
• ·The school district announced that all schools will have access to high speed internet
• ·A school started a chess club that placed second in a regional tournament