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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• ·Football league announces expansion with two new teams starting next season
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within 4.5 months
• ·A coffee shop started offering plant-based milk options for all its drinks
• ·A café started serving vegan milk options, including almond, oat, and soy milk
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert that raised $20,000 for disaster relief
• ·The police department launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill to practice emergency responses in tall buildings
• ·A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skills
• ·A popular social media app let users choose who can see their posts with new privacy settings
• ·Scientists created a new way to recycle old batteries into new ones
• ·A university started a new program focused on renewable energy research
• ·Train company introduces Wi Fi service on all commuter routes
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrate
• ·A popular bookstore chain announced it would be closing several locations due to declining sales and increased competition from online retailers.
• ·A tech company released a new laptop with improved performance