The postal service announced it will add 150 new delivery trucks to handle holiday volume

A bank introduced a savings account with a 4% interest rate for new customersMedical researchers developed a new test to detect early-stage Alzheimer’s disease

The transit system announced plans to add Wi-Fi to all buses and trains by next summerA famous director announced a sequel to their award-winning film will be released in 2025A study revealed that social media use before bed can delay sleep by an average of 90 minutes

The government provided grants to small businesses to upgrade to energy-efficient equipmentA flood in a river valley damaged 50 homes and a local elementary school

A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsResearchers found that listening to music while studying helps improve test scores

A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online ordersThe national tennis team won a major international tournament for the first time

A local theater hosted a festival of plays written by local playwrightsThe government introduced new regulations to ensure food is free from harmful chemicals

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• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Researchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health
• ·A hospital started a program to provide mental health services to veterans
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 14 minutes
• ·Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution
• ·A museum displayed ancient Egyptian mummies and artifacts on loan from a museum in Cairo
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads and isolated small communities in mountainous areas
• ·A city banned plastic bags in all grocery stores and retail shops
• ·The national economy grew by 3.5% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·Police solved a cold case using advanced forensic technology
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown area
• ·Magazine features profile of chef who uses local, seasonal ingredients
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression
• ·A music festival attracted over 80000 attendees and raised money for local charities
• ·A fashion store donated unsold clothing to a nonprofit that helps homeless individuals find jobs
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake