Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

A protest against racial discrimination drew 10,000 participants in the city centerA survey revealed that 65% of families spend less than 2 hours together per day on weekdays

A school district introduced a new mental health program for students with counselors in every schoolA community organized a food drive to collect donations for low-income families during the holiday seasonA rise in violent crime in urban areas prompted the police to increase patrols at night

A group of volunteers helped rebuild 50 homes for families affected by a natural disasterA new law was passed to protect victims of domestic violence with increased legal support

A survey found that 80% of people believe social media has a negative impact on mental health

A city launched a program to help refugees integrate into society with language classes and job trainingThe national weather service issued a warning for a possible hurricane in the coming week

Scientists discovered a new species of insect that helps pollinate rare plantsThe city implemented a new program to reduce litter in public spaces

A major clothing brand announced plans to offer more sizes to be more inclusiveResearchers found that playing musical instruments can improve brain function

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• ·A photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years
• ·The government released a report showing a 22% increase in renewable energy jobs
• ·Researchers found that a plant-based diet helps reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·A musician went on a solo tour across small towns to support local music venues
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport
• ·A credit union announced it will offer student loans with no application fees or prepayment penalties
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests reduces levels of harmful chemicals in the blood
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a community park
• ·A renowned music festival revealed its lineup including Grammy-winning artists and indie bands
• ·Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys
• ·A museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in Athens
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $4 billion in geothermal energy projects
• ·A bakery started using organic ingredients in all of its products to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·The city implemented a new program to compost food waste from restaurants and households
• ·Toy store hosts DIY craft day where kids make their own stuffed animals
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in the field of environmental science