A farmers market hosted a holiday market

Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college studentsChocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday season

Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new stationsTV network announces new drama series from award winning screenwriterResearch shows that regular social gatherings improve mental health in adults

Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardensLifeguards teach water safety classes at community swimming pool

Digital marketing conference attracts bloggers and content creators from across the country

Mathematicians solve complex problem in algebra that has puzzled experts for decadesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall risk

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• ·Skateboard competition awards $5,000 prize to best amateur rider
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals
• ·The local zoo celebrated the birth of a baby giraffe as part of its endangered species program
• ·A new bakery opened in the neighborhood specializing in gluten-free and vegan pastries
• ·A school started a gardening club that grows vegetables for the school’s salad bar
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel
• ·A famous singer announced a North American tour with 25 shows scheduled next summer
• ·A new study showed that exercise can improve bone density in the elderly
• ·A local theater produced a musical that received positive reviews from critics
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing homes for winter weather
• ·A local newspaper started a column featuring local business owners
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resort
• ·A major clothing brand announced plans to offer more sizes to be more inclusive
• ·A strong storm caused damage to many houses in the coastal area
• ·A large bookstore opened a new location with a dedicated section for graphic novels and comics
• ·Study finds that peppermint essential oil improves focus and concentration