Study shows that spending time gardening reduces stress hormones in adults

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct chemistry experiments at homeA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music and dance from Latin America

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of asthma in childrenThe transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areasA famous poet was awarded a lifetime achievement award for their contributions to literature

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentA severe thunderstorm caused power outages for 60000 residents in the eastern region

The government announced a grant program to help small farmers adopt organic farming methodsScientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel

An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for families traveling with childrenLocal police launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving

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• ·The postal service announced it would increase the price of stamps by 2 cents starting next month
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water reduces headaches
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel
• ·Study reveals that reusable containers save households money
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·A national park started a program to teach visitors about native plant species
• ·A coffee shop sold fair-trade coffee
• ·Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserve
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year regardless of family income
• ·A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 15-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour
• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·The national rugby team hired a new coach with experience in international competitions
• ·A construction project to widen a major highway began, with expected completion in two years
• ·A nonprofit organization raised $50,000 to build a new playground in a low-income neighborhood
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A classic rock band announced a farewell tour after 40 years of performing