Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves enough energy to power a home for 10 years
• ·Freelance platform launches new feature to connect writers with publishing clients
• ·Global health organization releases new guidelines for preventing respiratory illnesses
• ·The national hockey team announced its new roster
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours
• ·Middle school students designed a solar-powered backpack that charges mobile devices
• ·The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction
• ·A school district hired a new guidance counselor to provide support to students’ mental health and academic goals
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol busy shopping areas during weekends
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free dental checkups for senior pets during spring month
• ·A study showed that eating a protein-rich breakfast can reduce overeating later in the day
• ·A new study revealed that spending time with friends can boost happiness and well-being
• ·Lifeguards teach water safety classes at community swimming pool
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years to critical acclaim
• ·Fashion designer collaborates with indigenous artists to create new collection