A community garden hosted a "tomato growing contest" with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits

The police department launched a campaign to educate residents about preventing home burglariesScientists used stem cell technology to grow functional organ tissues in a laboratory setting

Local shops reported higher foot traffic during the weekend craft fair in the town squareThe university announced a new research center focused on finding solutions to plastic pollutionA strong thunderstorm knocked down trees and caused power outages in three counties

Researchers detected signs of liquid water beneath the surface of a distant moonThe city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoods

A famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical event

Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this yearA charity organization launched a campaign to collect school supplies for children in war zones

The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessibleA new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression

Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homesLocal businesses hosted a job fair for recent high school and college graduates

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• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can power a phone for a full week on one charge
• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country
• ·A national park started a program to remove invasive plant species that threaten native wildlife habitats
• ·A high school football team won the state championship after a last-minute touchdown
• ·The government announced a $100 million program to help homeless people find permanent housing
• ·Local authorities opened a new shelter for homeless veterans with 75 beds
• ·A museum offered guided tours in multiple languages to accommodate international visitors
• ·An airline announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by using more fuel-efficient planes
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending
• ·A hospital started a pain management program for patients with chronic conditions
• ·Research finds that board games improve communication skills in families
• ·Scientists identified a new strain of bacteria that could help break down plastic waste more efficiently
• ·A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices
• ·The national basketball league announced a new TV deal worth $1 billion
• ·A local theater hosted a festival of plays written by local playwrights