Study shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremonyA tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodA local farmers’ market started selling homemade jams and honeyWeather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures

A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s diseaseThe stock market received a boost from positive news about a new drug approval

A charity organization built temporary shelters for families displaced by a wildfire

Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into building materialsThe city implemented a new parking app that lets users find and pay for parking spots easily

A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste materials

The school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhoodResearchers found that interacting with pets can reduce stress and anxiety in adults

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• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new team
• ·A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use video calls to stay in touch with family
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 110°F forcing schools to close early
• ·Postal workers deliver packages ahead of schedule during busy holiday season
• ·A bakery won a national award for its innovative cake designs
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·A music festival announced its lineup of artists for next year
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·The country’s trade surplus reached $12 billion in September driven by strong exports of agricultural products
• ·A study found daily breakfast improves high school students’ academic performance
• ·A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 people
• ·A famous designer launched a new clothing line inspired by traditional craftsmanship
• ·The stock market rose 2.3% following positive news about a new trade agreement with a key partner
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to help homeless veterans