Research shows that volunteering improves mental health and happiness

The city council voted to ban disposable vapes in public spacesAn oil company announced it will invest $5 billion in geothermal energy projects

A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue teamA study showed that eating breakfast within 90 minutes of waking can boost energy levelsThe postal service announced it will add 150 new delivery trucks to handle holiday volume

Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debrisA famous singer released a charity album to raise money for disaster relief efforts

Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year

Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce floodingA tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors blood sugar levels without needles

A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 200 homes in a suburban neighborhoodThe government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic farming practices

Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from ocean water more efficientlyAn airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children

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• ·The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·An airline announced discounted fares for military personnel and their families
• ·The national weather service issued an extreme heat advisory for the southern states this week
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels
• ·Researchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure
• ·A grocery store started selling organic produce boxes delivered weekly to customers’ homes
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·A new study showed that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in grandparents
• ·A study revealed that drinking peppermint tea can help relieve digestive issues like bloating
• ·A local bakery started selling gluten-free bread made with locally sourced grains
• ·A construction company began work on a new wastewater treatment plant in the suburbs
• ·A chemical spill at a factory in the industrial area was contained with no reported health risks
• ·A local library started offering free digital literacy classes for senior citizens twice a week
• ·A community organization offered free job training programs for unemployed residents
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent for the third month in a row