A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

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• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s water supply system
• ·The local zoo announced the birth of a baby elephant as part of its conservation program
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·A new study revealed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism
• ·Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall risk
• ·Study shows that eating nuts as a snack reduces hunger between meals
• ·A study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers
• ·A city banned plastic bags in all grocery stores and retail shops
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current models
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·Researchers calculated that using a reusable water bottle saves over 150 plastic bottles per year
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levels
• ·A café offered free refills on coffee for customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·Local businesses reported increased sales during the holiday season
• ·Scientists developed a new way to store renewable energy
• ·The government announced plans to reduce corporate tax rates from 25% to 20% to attract foreign investment