A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

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• ·A construction project to widen a highway started this month and will take two years to finish
• ·A river in the south overflowed its banks causing damage to 50 farms and several roads
• ·Study finds that journaling about positive experiences boosts happiness levels
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 12 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Book publisher signs deal with best selling author for three new novels
• ·A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten-free pastries to meet growing customer demand
• ·A school district purchased new digital textbooks for all middle and high school students
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at national competition
• ·The weather service warned of extreme heatwaves in the western states
• ·A school started a robotics club where students build and program robots
• ·A university’s soccer team won the national championship
• ·A bakery introduced a new line of low sugar pastries
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand
• ·A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissions