A study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 23%

Local bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competitionScientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materials

Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphonesFootball team names former player as head coach for upcoming seasonWeather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regions

University offers new degree program in renewable energy engineeringRetail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service

Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young children

Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areasLocal farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs

A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 28% over the past two yearsA major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2032 focusing on electric vehicles

A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adultsA local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester

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• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration
• ·A city council voted to increase green spaces by building three new community parks
• ·A study found spending time with grandchildren reduces depression risk in elderly adults
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·Candle company donates portion of sales to reforestation projects
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop losses
• ·A local café donated a portion of its profits to a local animal shelter every month
• ·A charity organization started a job training program for the homeless
• ·The WHO launched a program to train healthcare workers in developing countries
• ·A local café began offering free refills on coffee for customers who stay to work or study
• ·A city organized a parade to celebrate its 200th anniversary
• ·Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserve
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminants
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for a children’s hospital
• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A medical study found that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves memory retention