Researchers found that gardening is a good way to reduce anxiety

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsBakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customers

Police department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsA hospital opened a new pediatric wing with private rooms for patients and their families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of AustraliaThe government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings

A streaming service added a collection of classic animated films from the 1980s and 1990sFirefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early morning hours

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• ·Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oil
• ·A hurricane brought 100 mph winds to coastal areas damaging piers and boardwalks
• ·Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in popular recreation areas
• ·A flood destroyed several roads and bridges in a rural area
• ·A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days
• ·A city implemented a new recycling program that accepts more types of plastic
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to better serve all customers
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser for local food bank
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier for vendors
• ·A study found that seniors who own pets have lower rates of depression and loneliness
• ·The government released data showing a 4.5% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·A research study found that owning a pet can reduce symptoms of depression in adults
• ·An airline announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by using more fuel-efficient planes
• ·A research team discovered a new species of marine life in the ocean
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a waterproof design and longer battery life