A new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and faunaNewspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms

Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersAn energy company announced it would invest $4 billion in wind energy projects over the next five years

A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn productionA study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes

The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collectionsA museum displayed a rare collection of vintage cameras from the 19th and 20th centuries

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• ·A local bakery won first place at a national baking competition for its blueberry pie
• ·Police department launches campaign against distracted driving
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·Chemists create natural cleaning products safe for pets
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying program that teaches students empathy and respect
• ·A fashion store donated 10% of its holiday sales to a local children’s hospital
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft
• ·Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight
• ·A national park closed a lake to stock fish
• ·A popular social media platform introduced new privacy settings for users
• ·A charity started a program to help elderly people learn how to use smartphones and computers
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with homemade hash and avocado toast
• ·A major airline filed for bankruptcy protection after struggling with high fuel costs and low passenger numbers
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community leading to millions in losses
• ·A tech company announced it will move its headquarters to a city with lower taxes
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve