A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys

Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe stormResearchers studied the effects of sleep duration on academic performance in college students

A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film FestivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year

A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homesThe government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast

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• ·A charity collected donations of clothing for people in need
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in August, the lowest level in over a decade, according to labor department data.
• ·The city’s main train station is being renovated to improve facilities
• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adults
• ·A study found that eating breakfast every day can improve academic performance in high school students
• ·A major clothing brand announced plans to offer more sizes to be more inclusive
• ·The government passed a law to protect ancient forests from logging and development
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Doctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back pain
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers during a hands-on training session
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezes
• ·A city installed new public art installations in downtown areas to attract tourists and support local artists
• ·The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security