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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• ·A city council approved funding to repave 25 miles of residential roads damaged by winter weather
• ·A local library added 500 new e-books to its digital collection
• ·The city’s public transport system added more express buses to reduce commute times
• ·A bookstore hosted a poetry night where local poets read their work to an audience
• ·A bakery started making gluten free bread using quinoa and chia seeds
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all orders over $30 during its summer sale
• ·Local authorities reported a 18% drop in crime rates over the past seven months citing improved community policing
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with easy-to-follow recipes
• ·The community center opened a new gym for local residents to use for free
• ·Local schools hosted career fairs to connect students with potential employers
• ·A charity collected donations of toys for children in hospitals
• ·Sports team signs star player to a five year contract
• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer
• ·A community center started offering free yoga classes for seniors every weekend
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and modern agricultural techniques
• ·A school district added after-school programs