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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• ·The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change in Paris
• ·Local police seized over $1.5 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected drug trafficking ring
• ·A study found that regular social interaction can improve cognitive function in older adults
• ·Doctors recommended that people get enough sleep for better overall health
• ·Scientists created a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteria
• ·A team of marine biologists tagged dolphins to study their migration patterns
• ·The government launched a program to teach coding skills to unemployed young adults
• ·Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next year
• ·A farm started a CSA program where customers can buy weekly produce boxes
• ·Study shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults
• ·A museum displayed a collection of rare historical documents never shown to the public before
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits and activities
• ·A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can relax and enjoy views of the city
• ·A sports team signed a new sponsorship deal with a local company
• ·A bakery won an award for its signature chocolate cake at a regional competition
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in five years