A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hoursA study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs

A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collectionA local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers market

Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines to accommodate late shoppersA major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

The national economy grew by 3.5% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectationsA local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases

Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 60% more efficient than current modelsA famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 25-year career citing health issues

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• ·A museum acquired a valuable painting by a 19th-century impressionist artist
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing program with electric bikes for longer trips
• ·Movie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families
• ·The local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional ones
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health
• ·A school district purchased new science lab equipment to enhance hands-on learning
• ·A study found that spending time with pets reduces stress and improves overall mental well-being
• ·Diplomatic relations between the two nations were restored after a decade of tension over trade restrictions
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship
• ·Doctors reported an increase in patients with allergies this season
• ·Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children
• ·Engineers created a new type of solar panel that is 42% more efficient than current models
• ·An airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves empathy in children