A farm began selling homemade jams and preserves made from excess fruit to reduce food waste

Fire department installs new smoke detectors in homes of elderly residentsBook publisher announces plans to release new series of children’s books

Research finds that spending time outdoors improves vision in childrenCar dealership offers special financing deals for new and used vehiclesCommunity group organizes festival to celebrate local culture and traditions

Radio station hosts fundraiser to support local food bankEngineers develop new method to purify water in areas with limited resources

Wrestling team wins state championship for the third consecutive year

Study reveals that listening to audiobooks improves vocabularyBiologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online ordersGardening center offers free seed packets to promote community gardens

Basketball team wins state championship after double-overtime gameStudy finds that listening to jazz music reduces stress during work deadlines

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• ·Research finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children
• ·A best-selling author released a new mystery novel that quickly topped international book lists
• ·A city planted 1,000 new trees along major streets to improve air quality and provide shade
• ·A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled plastic bottles collected from oceans
• ·A farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needs
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps regulate sleep cycles
• ·A popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·A restaurant started using compostable packaging for takeout orders to reduce environmental impact
• ·The city council approved a $150 million project to upgrade public transportation systems
• ·A farmers market added 10 new vendors selling handmade crafts and artisanal foods
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year, regardless of family income.
• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average
• ·Scientists developed a new way to grow crops in arid regions with limited water