Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%

The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtownA hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilitiesA wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres

A social media platform added a feature to hide comments with harmful content

Local farmers markets started selling homemade cheese and dairy products from local farmsA study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%

The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income householdsMudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesLocal restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season

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• ·Scientists discovered a new plant that can be used to make a natural insect repellent
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·A community organized a charity run that had 300 participants and raised $12,000 for cancer research
• ·Local farmers started using drone technology to monitor crop health and optimize irrigation
• ·A renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home country
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make eco-friendly choices
• ·A local school district announced elementary coding classes starting next semester
• ·A hospital started a program to provide mental health services to veterans
• ·Researchers found that strength training helps prevent muscle loss in older adults
• ·The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global campaign to vaccinate children in developing countries against measles and rubella.
• ·A software company released a new game app that was downloaded 100,000 times in its first week
• ·Furniture store sells line of furniture made from reclaimed wood
• ·A doctor developed a mobile app that helps patients track their medication schedules and symptoms
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for after-school programs in public schools
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·Heavy rainfall in coastal areas forced the evacuation of over 300 residents from low-lying homes