Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flour

A retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charityA heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubsA museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection

A local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers marketEngineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the worldLocal schools installed new security systems including cameras and access control doors

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

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• ·The WHO released new recommendations for healthy eating to prevent chronic diseases
• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of carrots to a local senior center
• ·A pet rescue organization hosted a puppy yoga event where participants did yoga while interacting with puppies
• ·The government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents
• ·The government increased funding for cancer research
• ·Local authorities reported a 15% drop in crime rates over the past six months citing improved community policing
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bikes and 50 docking stations
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a tropical rainforest with unique plumage
• ·A new light rail system opened connecting the suburbs to downtown in 25 minutes
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in five years
• ·A study revealed that pet ownership can reduce feelings of loneliness in seniors
• ·Swimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet
• ·A local school won a national award for its environmental education program
• ·The government launched a program to provide free mental health counseling for veterans
• ·Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about seatbelt use
• ·Scientists built a new wind farm that can power over 10,000 homes in the area