Photography exhibit focusing on urban wildlife opens at city gallery

An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energyA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parentsA museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy mask

A local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheatEngineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5

The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours during the holiday season

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown areaLocal businesses offered discounts to customers who use public transport

The national soccer team hired a new head coach with international experienceA tech startup raised millions in funding to develop AI-powered healthcare tools

The government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinatedA new art exhibit featuring local artists opened at the city’s main gallery

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• ·Researchers found that eating garlic regularly can lower blood pressure in people with hypertension
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop losses
• ·Radio station launches podcast about local history and folklore
• ·A new TV show became the most-watched program on its network within its first month
• ·A hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication
• ·Shoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and fabric
• ·A city implemented a new recycling program that allows residents to recycle more types of materials, including plastic packaging and electronics.
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of frog in a nearby wetland preserve
• ·Study reveals that early childhood education has long term benefits
• ·A group of activists campaigned for better access to healthcare for people with disabilities
• ·The national soccer team won the continental championship by defeating the defending titleholders 3-1
• ·A tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings
• ·A city repaired 10 miles of sidewalks to make downtown more accessible for strollers and wheelchairs
• ·A team of historians found a diary written by a soldier from the Civil War
• ·The national basketball league announced a new sponsorship deal with a sports drink company
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks