A hospital started a support group for families of patients with Alzheimer’s disease

A musician’s new album topped the charts in 12 countries within its first week of releaseA city council voted to build a new public swimming pool in a underserved neighborhood

Scientists developed a new treatment for eczema that reduces symptoms in 90% of patientsA retailer announced it would offer free returns on all online purchases for 60 daysA severe dust storm reduced visibility to near zero causing highway closures in the plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from industrial facilities

A museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of women scientists throughout history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep nightly for optimal healthA local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training

Researchers announced a battery technology breakthrough with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 15 minutesThe national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting

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• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global campaign to vaccinate children in developing countries against measles and rubella.
• ·A new public hiking trail opened connecting three state parks spanning 18 miles
• ·The government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands
• ·A team of marine biologists studied the impact of ocean acidification on coral reefs
• ·Local residents protested a proposed construction project they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·A local farm started selling fresh eggs from free-range chickens at the farmers market
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts as snacks reduces afternoon hunger
• ·A major airline announced it would be offering discounted fares for families traveling during school holidays.
• ·A new species of endangered sea turtle was discovered in the Pacific Ocean highlighting the need for conservation
• ·An airline announced it will add three new international routes next summer
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for science and math programs in public schools
• ·A school district hired 20 new teachers to reduce class sizes in elementary schools
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students with disabilities access education