A major sports league changed its rules to reduce the number of concussions among players

Movie theater offers family friendly matinees with reduced ticket pricesResearch indicates that gratitude journaling reduces stress hormones in adults

Hardware store offers classes on basic plumbing and electrical repairsCoast guard rescues boaters caught in storm off northern coastNewspaper profiles local musician who won national music award

Biologists develop new pesticide that targets pests without harming beesGymnastics team wins first place at national competition

Study finds that peppermint essential oil improves focus and concentration

Coffee shop roasts coffee beans in small batches for freshnessA popular social media platform introduced new privacy settings for users

Doctors discovered a new treatment for arthritis that reduces pain and inflammationThe local community organized a festival to celebrate the area’s cultural heritage

A new study showed that exercise can help improve immune system functionThe city hosted an art fair featuring works by local artists

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• ·Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that break down oil
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts ride event to raise money for cancer research
• ·A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults.
• ·A city banned single-use plastic straws in restaurants and cafes to reduce plastic waste
• ·A fire department received a donation of new equipment from a local business
• ·A study found that athletes who stretch before workouts have fewer injuries
• ·A school district purchased new digital textbooks for all middle and high school students
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·A fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Chocolate shop creates artisanal truffles with flavors like matcha and sea salt
• ·A university opened a new research lab focused on developing sustainable battery technologies
• ·Bird watchers record sighting of endangered eagle in state park
• ·The World Bank approved a $720 million loan to help a country upgrade its rural schools
• ·A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states