A new study showed that 65% of parents prefer in-person school events over virtual gatherings

A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic wasteThe country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare

A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attractionResearchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adultsA music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation

The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgroundsA major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production

Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving

Scientists captured rare footage of a endangered whale species in the deep waters of the Pacific OceanA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

A sports team signed a new star player from another teamA local newspaper started a digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking news

A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its productsA construction project to renovate an old library began this week

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• ·Local schools added environmental science classes to their middle school curriculum
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center
• ·A new art exhibition featured works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·Researchers found that early childhood education has long term benefits for academic success
• ·The city implemented a new parking system to make parking easier
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·A government agency updated its tax filing website to make it more user friendly
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make eco-friendly choices
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing scheme to promote green transport
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake
• ·A sports league announced it would shorten its season by two weeks to reduce player fatigue
• ·A city banned single-use plastic straws in restaurants and cafes to reduce plastic waste
• ·A city launched a bike safety program to teach children how to ride bikes safely
• ·Researchers found that gardening is a good way to reduce anxiety