Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 27%

The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtownA hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veteransA wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 15000 acres

A social media platform added a feature to limit screen time for users under 18

Local farmers markets started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakersLocal restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season

The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systemsA tennis player won their 24th Grand Slam title breaking a decades-old record

A new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by contemporary artists from around the worldResearchers found that playing musical instruments can improve memory in older adults

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• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremony
• ·A study showed that online courses can help working adults earn college degrees faster
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes
• ·A grocery store chain started selling pre-made healthy meal kits for busy families
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade candles online that shipped to 30 states
• ·Research shows that walking on grass improves balance in seniors
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·Doctors advised people to exercise regularly to prevent chronic diseases
• ·A school district started a mentorship program for new teachers
• ·A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skills
• ·Volunteer group helps rebuild homes damaged by natural disaster
• ·A farm sold fresh flowers at the farmers market
• ·Study finds that peppermint oil boosts focus
• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October
• ·Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new vehicles
• ·A new study showed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than digital devices