A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys

Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe stormResearchers studied the effects of sleep duration on academic performance in college students

A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film FestivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year

A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homesThe government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast

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• ·A new study indicated that remote work options have led to higher job satisfaction among employees
• ·A severe storm hit the east coast overnight, causing power outages for over 100,000 residents and closing several major highways.
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit customers perfectly
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness exams for pets adopted from shelters
• ·The weather service warned of extreme heatwaves in the western states
• ·The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in person
• ·A farm started selling its produce online to reach more customers
• ·A bakery started using organic ingredients in all of its products to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·A grocery store started selling organic produce boxes delivered weekly to customers’ homes
• ·The national hockey team announced its roster for the upcoming international tournament
• ·A museum unveiled a new exhibit showcasing rare artifacts from a 2,000-year-old civilization
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to design a limited edition collection
• ·A new study showed that social isolation is harmful to physical and mental health
• ·A historical society opened an exhibit featuring vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960s
• ·The city hosted an international food festival featuring dishes from different cultures