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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• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·A charity organized a beach cleanup
• ·A farm hosted a harvest festival that included hayrides and pumpkin picking for families
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·A farm started selling honey from its own beehives
• ·A restaurant added a vegan menu option that quickly became one of its most popular choices
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2200 years
• ·The education department launched a free online tutoring program for students struggling with math
• ·Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought
• ·Researchers detected a new planet in the same solar system as a potentially habitable world
• ·A large bookstore announced it will host monthly author readings and book signings
• ·A team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution
• ·A well-known clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products by next year
• ·Golf tournament raises $15000 for youth sports programs in local schools
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make their own toys