A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areasBook club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion

Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildingsGolf tournament raises $15000 for youth sports programs in local schools

Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adults

Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardensA new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 12% in the past year with more time spent outdoors

A multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economiesHealth experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health

A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programsResearchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 12.5 minutes

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• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in teenagers
• ·The government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast
• ·A popular actress announced her return to the stage after a long break
• ·A coffee shop started selling matcha lattes with oat milk as a dairy-free option
• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools to support online learning
• ·Dance studio hosts summer camp for kids interested in hip hop and ballet
• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores, starting from next month.
• ·A smartphone app that helps users find local restaurants added a feature for dietary restrictions
• ·A charity organization provided school supplies to children in need
• ·A charity organization provided food aid to communities in need
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·Research indicates that early music lessons improve language skills in toddlers
• ·The city introduced a bike - sharing program to encourage eco - friendly transportation
• ·A tech company donated $500,000 to support coding programs in elementary schools