Researchers calculated that using energy-efficient light bulbs can save households $50 a year on electricity bills

A celebrity chef created a special menu for a charity dinner to raise money for hunger reliefResearchers calculated that using public transportation instead of cars can reduce traffic congestion by 30%

A city started a composting program for residents to turn food waste into fertilizerA severe snowstorm disrupted air travel with hundreds of flights canceled or delayedA study showed that learning a second language can improve brain function in older adults

The government passed a law to protect consumers from unfair lending practices by banksA museum organized a night event with music and art installations to attract younger visitors

A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to customers’ homes early in the morning

Scientists discovered a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby starThe government launched a campaign to encourage people to compost food waste

A museum hosted a workshop on how to paint like a famous artistA local bakery won an award for its apple pie at a national food competition

Engineers completed a new tunnel that connects two cities reducing travel time by 45 minutesThe postal service announced it would hire more workers to handle holiday mail

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• ·A study found that spending time with friends and family can improve overall happiness and well-being
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging water pipelines in rural communities
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems
• ·A new survey found 65% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Juice bar uses organic fruits to make cold pressed juices
• ·The government announced a new $500 million funding package to support renewable energy projects across the country.
• ·Medical researchers found that regular strength training can reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women
• ·Research shows that walking on grass improves balance in seniors
• ·A bookstore chain expanded its online services to offer digital book rentals
• ·A national park closed some trails temporarily for maintenance
• ·The fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight
• ·A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobs
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·A city implemented a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·A school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program