A thunderstorm caused damage to roofs and power lines in several neighborhoods

Researchers found a potential link between daily walking and reduced risk of type 2 diabetesA popular clothing brand announced it will phase out plastic packaging by the end of next year

A high school hosted its first international cultural festival, featuring food and performances from 15 countriesA university opened a new research lab focused on developing sustainable battery technologiesA small town organized a cleanup event that removed 3 tons of litter from local rivers

A construction company began work on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic in downtown areasA social media platform rolled out a new feature to help users identify and report fake news

A local library started offering free digital literacy classes for senior citizens twice a week

A bakery won first place at a national food expo for its innovative vegan chocolate cakeResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativity

Juice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juicesAnimal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption fees

Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown areaAstronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

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• ·Researchers found that playing board games improves cognitive function in the elderly
• ·Researchers found that spending time in parks reduces stress in city residents
• ·A tennis player won a tournament after recovering from a long-term injury
• ·Researchers studied the impact of exercise on brain function in older adults
• ·A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows from the 1980s and 1990s
• ·Study finds that listening to nature sounds reduces stress during work meetings
• ·Magazine publishes exclusive interview with award winning actor
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets
• ·A famous poet published a new collection of works centered on themes of hope and resilience
• ·A large tech company announced it will invest $2 billion in renewable energy projects over the next five years to achieve carbon neutrality.
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can improve blood flow in adults
• ·A government program helped small businesses expand their operations
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest area