Weather forecasters predicted heavy snowfall for northern regions next week

A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better academic performanceThe city implemented a new parking app that lets users find and pay for parking spots easily

A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste materialsThe school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhood

Researchers found that interacting with pets can reduce stress and anxiety in adultsThe government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores and sell products digitally

A tech startup launched an app that helps users manage their personal finances and save money

Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems and eye diseases earlyWildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured fox and releases it back into wild

Local newspaper publishes special section on local businesses celebrating 50 yearsScientists develop rapid test for detecting foodborne illnesses in 30 minutes

Fitness center adds new cycling studio with virtual reality ridesStudy finds that journaling about positive experiences boosts happiness levels

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• ·A community garden donated 75 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchen
• ·A farm started a CSA program where members receive weekly boxes of seasonal produce
• ·Art museum hosts first-ever exhibition of digital art by indigenous artists
• ·Physicists make breakthrough in understanding dark matter
• ·A smartphone company released a new accessory for its phones
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 27% over the past two years
• ·A forest service announced it will plant 5,000 new trees to replace those lost in a recent wildfire
• ·A construction company used drones to inspect the roof of a historic building before repairs
• ·Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than others
• ·A coffee shop offered bring your own mug discounts, reducing disposable cup use by 50%
• ·A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from unfair lending practices by banks
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new coral reef in a remote part of the ocean
• ·A drought in the southwest led to the cancellation of outdoor water use for landscaping
• ·A charity organization delivered 1,000 meals to elderly residents during a winter storm
• ·Pharmacy extends hours during flu season to serve more patients