Newspaper profiles local musician who gained national fame

Local shops reported higher foot traffic during the weekend craft fair in the town squareThe university announced a new research center focused on finding solutions to plastic pollution

A strong thunderstorm knocked down trees and caused power outages in three countiesResearchers detected signs of liquid water beneath the surface of a distant moonThe city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoods

A famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical eventDoctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this year

The government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcare

A large shopping center held a grand opening event with discounts and live entertainmentThe government provided grants to farmers who grow crops for local food banks

A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring animals from the Amazon rainforestResearchers studied the impact of noise pollution on sleep quality in urban areas

Local police solved a theft case using DNA evidence from a crime sceneA popular coffee chain introduced a new vegan latte made with oat milk

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• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two years
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing for winter storms
• ·A construction project to build a new airport terminal began
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employment
• ·A construction company used 3D printing to build a small home in 10 days, cutting costs by 30%
• ·Research finds that playing guitar improves fine motor skills in children
• ·A pet store started offering pet training classes for dogs and cats
• ·The community center opened a new after-school program for kids interested in science
• ·A famous athlete announced retirement from professional sports after 20 years citing health reasons
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to support local homeless shelter
• ·Students organized a fundraiser that raised $18000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Major supermarket chains announced plans to phase out plastic bags by the end of the year
• ·A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds
• ·A local newspaper won a state award for its feature stories
• ·Schools introduced a new mental health support program for students and teachers