Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precaution
• ·A snowstorm canceled over 500 flights and closed schools in the northeast
• ·Farmers association reports successful harvest thanks to mild summer weather
• ·A public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents
• ·Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·The postal service announced it would hire 10000 temporary workers for the holiday season
• ·A new TV series based on a popular book became a hit with viewers around the world
• ·A famous singer released a new album that topped the charts
• ·A study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers
• ·The government announced a new $500 million funding package to support renewable energy projects across the country.
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·Researchers found that exercise helps improve memory in older adults
• ·Engineers designed a new levee system to prevent flooding in a river basin
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·Chocolate shop creates artisanal chocolates with local ingredients