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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• ·Local residents protested against the construction of a new highway through a park
• ·Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu
• ·Researchers found that family meals help improve children’s eating habits
• ·Local authorities opened a new shelter for homeless youth with 50 beds
• ·Newsletter provides tips for winterizing homes before cold weather
• ·A fitness app added workout videos
• ·A tornado touched down in a small town destroying 20 homes and a local elementary school
• ·The government provided financial aid to ranchers affected by drought conditions
• ·Theater shows classic film with live commentary from film studies professor
• ·The national space agency announced plans to send a new mission to explore Mars
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will open 30 new hotels in Asia over the next three years.
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t.
• ·An electronics company recalled a model of digital cameras due to a faulty lens that could break
• ·The national basketball league announced a new TV deal worth $1 billion
• ·A bank introduced a savings account with a 4.5% interest rate for new customers
• ·A local art gallery opened a new exhibition featuring works by female artists from around the world