Local schools organized a fundraiser to buy new sports equipment

Chemists develop new material that is both strong and biodegradableSwimming team breaks three national records at recent competition

Study shows that family dinners improve communication between parents and teensFlorist offers special arrangements for upcoming holiday celebrationsTeachers receive training on new methods to support students with learning needs

Motorcycle show features latest models from leading brandsResearch finds that adequate hydration improves cognitive function

Pet store expands selection of organic food and natural toys

Coast guard rescues several sailors from storm hit boatCar manufacturer unveils electric SUV with range of 400 miles on single charge

Volunteer group builds homes for families displaced by natural disasterRadio station launches new program focused on local business stories

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

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• ·A bookstore offered a monthly book subscription service
• ·A new survey found that 70% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·A research study revealed that listening to music while studying improves retention for some students
• ·Mathematicians solve long standing problem in geometry using new algorithm
• ·Hot weather increased attendance at public pools and water parks
• ·A software company released an inventory-tracking tool for small retailers
• ·The government announced a grant program to help small farmers adopt organic farming methods
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of mushroom can boost the immune system when eaten regularly
• ·Researchers discovered that plants grow better when exposed to certain types of light
• ·A university research team studied how social media affects romantic relationships
• ·The national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity
• ·A community organized a clean air day where residents were encouraged to walk, bike, or carpool instead of driving
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resort
• ·The United Nations released a report on the impact of climate change on wildlife