A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hoursA study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs

A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collectionA local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers market

Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines to accommodate late shoppersA major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

The national economy grew by 3.5% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectationsA local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases

Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 60% more efficient than current modelsA famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 25-year career citing health issues

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• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students and workers who need transportation after dark
• ·Local businesses offered discounts to customers who use public transport
• ·A school’s debate club won first place in a regional competition
• ·A local newspaper launched a digital subscription service, offering exclusive content to paying readers
• ·A small plane made an emergency landing in a field with all passengers escaping unharmed
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with edible flowers and intricate designs
• ·A study showed that group study sessions help students get better grades
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a peaceful protest in the capital, calling for stricter laws to protect endangered species.
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a stone temple in a jungle region dating back 2500 years
• ·Pet store hosts adoption event for rescue dogs and cats
• ·Book publisher releases biography of iconic civil rights leader
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect workers from unfair labor practices
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals