Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of diabetes

The postal service announced it would hire 10000 temporary workers for the holiday seasonA celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skills

Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per yearA city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 12 people

A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

A bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers

Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filterThe postal service announced it would extend delivery days to six days a week during holidays

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in farm-to-table cuisineResearchers calculated that switching to LED lights can save households $100 a year on energy bills

A city implemented a new recycling program that accepts more types of plasticA cyclone in the Pacific caused widespread damage to coastal villages

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• ·Scientists developed a new type of fabric that is waterproof and breathable
• ·A new survey found that 68% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A city introduced a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour to help low-income workers
• ·Newspaper profiles local musician with national following
• ·A musician released a live album recorded during a sold-out concert tour across the country
• ·The stock market experienced a slight rise at the start of the week
• ·A farm started a CSA program where members receive weekly boxes of seasonal produce
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·Local residents voted for a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and tech
• ·The government increased funding for research into renewable energy sources like wind and solar
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of Australia
• ·A car manufacturer revealed a new electric sedan with a 500-mile driving range
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for local residents
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush
• ·Study shows that listening to audiobooks improves reading comprehension