A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%

School newsletter features student projects on environmental conservationChemists create all natural cleaning products safe for use around pets

Volleyball tournament attracts 30 college teams from across the countryStudy shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance by 10 percentCandle store hosts workshop on making beeswax candles at home

Highway department repaves major highway to improve safety and reduce trafficPodcast interviews environmental activist about climate change solutions

Research indicates that volunteering improves job prospects for recent graduates

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for exotic pets like snakes and lizardsA famous painter’s exhibition drew large crowds to the art gallery

Weather officials issued a heatwave alert for the central regionsA charity walk raised funds for medical research into childhood diseases

The university awarded scholarships to top students from low - income familiesA new bridge connecting two cities will reduce travel time by half

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• ·The central bank announced it would maintain current interest rates to support economic stability
• ·The federal reserve stated it will maintain current interest rates to support economic recovery
• ·Scientists identified a new compound in tropical plants that may help treat antibiotic-resistant infections
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression
• ·The fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight
• ·A sports league announced it would introduce video replay reviews for controversial calls
• ·Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehicles
• ·Research shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise
• ·Study finds that journaling about gratitude improves mental health
• ·Scientists found that certain types of music can help improve focus while studying
• ·A new survey found that 75% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·International medical team develops new treatment for drug resistant tuberculosis
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their monthly spending and savings goals
• ·The government launched a $2 billion stimulus package to support small businesses affected by the recent recession
• ·A historic library in the downtown area was renovated to preserve ancient manuscripts and books
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year