A construction company began work on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic in downtown areas

Camping store sells lightweight gear for backpackersMarine biologists work to restore damaged coral reefs

School newsletter features student art and writingChemists create natural cleaning products safe for petsVolleyball tournament attracts teams from 30 colleges

Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performanceCandle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles

Highway department repaves major road to improve safety

Podcast interviews environmental activist about climate solutionsThe government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to use public transport instead of cars

A tech startup raised $35 million to develop a new type of hydrogen fuel cellWeather experts predicted that this year’s winter will have above-average snowfall

A team of doctors developed a new treatment for a rare genetic disorder in childrenThe country’s export of technology products increased by 28% in the last quarter

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• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of blueberries may lower the risk of heart disease by 22%
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early hours of the morning
• ·A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman Empire
• ·The government increased funding for research into treatments for Alzheimer's disease
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste
• ·A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime
• ·Farmers are using drones to monitor their crops more efficiently
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new coral reef in a remote ocean area
• ·Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materials
• ·A school started a music program for students interested in learning an instrument
• ·A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur, leather, and other animal products
• ·Researchers found that social media use affects sleep patterns in young people
• ·Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adults
• ·The government launched a $2 billion stimulus package to support small businesses affected by the recent recession
• ·A professional basketball player signed a five-year contract worth $210 million with a hometown team
• ·City council approves funding for new public skate park in westside neighborhood