Study shows that gardening reduces symptoms of depression in older adults

Toy company releases interactive robot that teaches coding to kidsPark rangers offer guided hikes to teach visitors about native plants

Pharmacy offers free delivery of prescription medications for homebound patientsFashion designer collaborates with sustainable textile brand for new collectionStudy finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employees

Firefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heaterCoffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia

Oceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people

A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

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• ·A school district introduced a new lunch menu with more plant-based options and locally sourced ingredients
• ·Postal service adds extra delivery days for holidays
• ·A library started a teen book club that focuses on young adult fiction and graphic novels
• ·A sports equipment store began selling used gear at discounted prices to make sports more accessible
• ·The federal reserve stated it will maintain current interest rates to support economic recovery
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and advanced agricultural techniques
• ·A local coffee shop announced it would be switching to compostable cups and utensils to reduce its environmental impact.
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users track their daily exercise and calorie intake
• ·The government increased funding for public housing projects to address the housing shortage
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen
• ·A major snack company recalled a batch of chips due to possible salmonella contamination
• ·City officials announced a ban on single-use plastics in public parks
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional pottery making led by a local artist
• ·The stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains