A supermarket chain started selling “imperfect” fruits and vegetables at discounted prices

Research indicates that volunteering strengthens community bondsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about wildlife conservation in national parksNewspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to regenerative agricultureAstronomers share new images of Mars taken by rover

Cross country team sets new school record at state meetStudy finds that reading aloud to kids improves their listening skills

Bakery makes low-carb bread for customers on ketogenic diets

Police department launches app for reporting non-emergency incidentsA museum launched a program for children to learn about art through hands-on workshops

A new ballet production based on a classic novel premiered at the national theaterA cultural center hosted a series of concerts featuring traditional music from different regions

A famous author announced a new book that will be released next year after a 10-year hiatusA city organized a street art festival with murals painted by artists from around the world

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• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·A local theater announced it will show classic films every Sunday during the winter months
• ·Doctors recommended limiting the intake of sugary drinks for better health
• ·A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season
• ·Scientists studied the effects of pollution on marine ecosystems
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year
• ·A bookstore offered discounts on all books during a back-to-school sale
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can power a phone for a full week on one charge
• ·The education board decided to add financial literacy courses to the high school curriculum starting next semester
• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending that adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night to maintain optimal health.
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism and energy levels