A major retail chain revealed it will open 20 new stores in small towns across the country

A new study indicated that regular exercise reduces the risk of developing certain cancersThe city hosted an art auction to raise money for local charities

Scientists discovered a new plant that can be used to make a natural insect repellentA local community center hosted a free health screening event for residents over 65Scientists found a new way to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy

A major grocery chain announced it will stop selling single-use plastic bags in all storesA high school robotics team won first place in a regional competition

A tech company released a new smartwatch that monitors blood sugar levels

Farmers in the southern region reported a 15% increase in tomato harvests this seasonA wildlife group protected endangered foxes

A software company fixed bugs in its programA city council approved a new park

A charity organized a beach cleanupA study found nuts reduce cholesterol

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• ·Theater group puts on free performances of children’s plays in community parks
• ·An oil company announced it would cut its carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts regularly can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adults
• ·A pharmaceutical firm announced positive results from trials of a new drug for treating migraines
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in the field of environmental science
• ·A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in Colombia
• ·A smartphone company released a new operating system with improved security features
• ·The national park service announced plans to build new campgrounds in a popular national park
• ·A new study revealed that eating more fruits and vegetables lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·A music concert featuring international artists was held in the stadium
• ·Community hosts cultural festival with music and food
• ·The local fire department held a training session for residents on how to use fire extinguishers
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless veterans find housing
• ·Highway department begins road improvement project on major route
• ·A musician released a new single that reached the top 10 on regional music streaming charts