Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·A local market started a program to help small farmers sell their products online
• ·Train company upgrades fleet with faster and more comfortable carriages
• ·Hardware store expands inventory to include more sustainable building materials
• ·Scientists create new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of flu
• ·Doctors reported an increase in patients with allergies this season
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits
• ·Scientists warned that rising ocean temperatures are causing coral bleaching in tropical reefs
• ·A forest service announced it will plant 5,000 new trees to replace those lost in a recent wildfire
• ·Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision loss
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant to provide clean drinking water to more residents
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A hospital used telemedicine to provide medical consultations to patients in remote villages
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and weights for guests
• ·A large retailer announced its first European store opening next year expanding globally
• ·A community center offered free English classes for immigrant families
• ·A musician released a new album that received positive reviews from critics