A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its innovative take on traditional regional dishes

Biologists study migration patterns of birds using tracking devicesBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released novel

Research indicates that meditation reduces symptoms of anxietyCar manufacturer unveils new electric vehicle with longer battery lifeVolunteer group helps rebuild homes damaged by natural disaster

Radio station launches new program focused on local news and eventsChemists develop new material that is both strong and biodegradable

Swimming team breaks three national records at recent competition

Study shows that family dinners improve communication between parents and teensMajor airline adds direct flights between mid-sized city and European hub

Art museum hosts exhibit of ancient Egyptian artifacts on loan from global museumsHospital opens specialized clinic for treating sports related injuries

Football league expands playoff format to include 12 teams next seasonWeather service warns of heavy snowfall in northern regions this weekend

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• ·Doctors recommended frequent handwashing to prevent the spread of diseases
• ·Farmers in the region started growing a new type of drought resistant crop
• ·Bird watchers spot endangered woodpecker in national forest
• ·A city repaired 20 miles of roads and sidewalks as part of its annual infrastructure improvement plan
• ·A school started a music program that provides free instruments to students who can’t afford them
• ·A car accident on a major highway caused a 10-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour; no serious injuries were reported.
• ·Hot weather increased attendance at public pools and water parks
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduled
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·Electronics store offers back to school discounts on laptops and tablets
• ·A school district hired a new PE teacher to add yoga and kickboxing classes
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen to prevent skin cancer
• ·A university hosted a conference on climate change that brought together 500 experts from around the world
• ·A group of parents organized a campaign to reduce screen time for children in schools
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseas
• ·A grocery store added a section for locally grown produce to support small-scale farmers