Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare lung condition using a new laser therapy
• ·A survey found that 65% of consumers prefer to shop online rather than in physical stores due to convenience.
• ·A retailer announced it would offer 20% off all products during its annual sale
• ·A new study showed that owning a dog reduces the risk of heart disease in older adults
• ·A hospital successfully performed a double-lung transplant on a patient with a rare lung disease
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to produce clean energy
• ·Elementary school takes students on field trip to local zoo for science class
• ·The police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime
• ·A community organized a cultural heritage day that celebrated the history of the area’s original residents
• ·The postal service announced it would expand its package delivery service to more rural areas
• ·Scientists collaborate globally on climate change research
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new seasonal drink made with local ingredients
• ·A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 80 community members
• ·Animal shelter partners with local vet clinic to provide free spay neuter services
• ·The national ballet company performed a new dance piece to critical acclaim
• ·A new study showed that owning a dog reduces the risk of heart disease in older adults