Toy store hosts character meet and greet event for kids during weekend

A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives to meet the growing demandA school started a recycling competition between classes to encourage more recycling

A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to publish a photoA bakery introduced a seasonal line of pumpkin-flavored pastries that sold out within a week of launchA city installed new benches and water fountains in public parks to improve visitor comfort

A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six monthsA pet groomer added a teeth-cleaning service for dogs that became popular among local pet owners

A high school football coach was named "Coach of the Year" after leading the team to an undefeated season

A tech company launched a new video editing tool that allows users to create professional videos with minimal experienceA smartphone company released a waterproof model

A farmers market hosted a holiday marketA hospital started a pediatric care program

A national park closed a trail for maintenanceA fashion brand used natural dyes

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• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social skills
• ·The country’s manufacturing sector expanded by 2.3% in October driven by demand for industrial machinery
• ·Scientists observed a rare atmospheric phenomenon that created colorful lights in the sky
• ·Engineers developed a new solar panel 50% more efficient than current models
• ·The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for global cooperation to end poverty by 2030
• ·A national park started a guided tour program led by park rangers
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two towns
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks
• ·A museum offered free admission to students every Saturday, increasing youth attendance by 40%
• ·A famous actor starred in a new movie that premiered at a film festival
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastics in all public spaces, starting next year.
• ·Two neighboring nations signed a historic peace deal after four years of diplomatic talks
• ·A soccer league expanded to include two new teams starting next season
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·The government announced a $280 million fund to support rural broadband expansion in underserved areas