Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flour

A retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charityA heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubsA museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection

A local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers marketEngineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the worldLocal schools installed new security systems including cameras and access control doors

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

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• ·The school district added a financial literacy class to teach students about budgeting and saving
• ·International aid groups are sending food supplies to regions affected by severe drought
• ·A local theater produced a musical that received positive reviews from critics
• ·High school students created an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprint
• ·A music festival announced its lineup of artists for next year
• ·Bakery introduces new line of gluten free products
• ·Doctors warned about the rise in cases of childhood obesity linked to sugary drinks
• ·A airline offered free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·Researchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·The city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoods
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A bakery won a national award for its custom wedding cakes, known for intricate sugar flower designs
• ·Chemists create new cleaning product that is safe for the environment
• ·The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with faster more efficient models
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music charts