A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or more

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and faunaNewspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms

Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersAn energy company announced it would invest $4 billion in wind energy projects over the next five years

A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn productionA study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes

The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collectionsA museum displayed a rare collection of vintage cameras from the 19th and 20th centuries

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• ·A hospital used a new surgical technique to treat a patient with a rare heart condition
• ·The national football team announced its squad for the upcoming tournament
• ·A popular clothing brand collaborated with a famous athlete to create a line of activewear
• ·The WHO launched a program to train midwives in rural areas of developing countries
• ·A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2033 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day with affordable sessions for 45 families
• ·Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementia
• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel and used in car manufacturing
• ·A new study indicated that gardening can improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression
• ·A famous actor announced their retirement from film after a 40 year career
• ·A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development
• ·A famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 25-year career citing health reasons
• ·A farm began selling honey from its own beehives to local stores and farmers markets
• ·The community center hosted a job fair with local employers hiring for various positions
• ·A small business owner expanded their pet store to include a grooming salon