Study shows that spending time gardening reduces stress hormones in adults

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct chemistry experiments at homeA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music and dance from Latin America

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of asthma in childrenThe transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areasA famous poet was awarded a lifetime achievement award for their contributions to literature

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentA severe thunderstorm caused power outages for 60000 residents in the eastern region

The government announced a grant program to help small farmers adopt organic farming methodsScientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel

An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for families traveling with childrenLocal police launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving

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• ·An airline announced it will add three new international routes next summer
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s food scene
• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn
• ·Football league announces changes to playoff format for next season
• ·A coffee shop began selling breakfast burritos made with local ingredients
• ·A charity organization distributed warm clothing to homeless individuals during winter
• ·The national tennis team won a major international competition
• ·A hospital introduced a new telemedicine service for patients in rural areas
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered species habitats from development
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports stadium for local teams
• ·A tech startup launched a new device that helps monitor home energy use
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·A historical castle was opened to the public after restoration work
• ·A sports team announced a new mascot designed by a local artist
• ·Animal shelter holds adoption event that finds homes for 100 pets