A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter

The police department launched a new app for citizens to report crimes quicklyA luxury hotel chain decided to stop using single-use plastics in all its hotels

Scientists found an effective way to clean up oil spills in the oceanThe community center opened a new gym for local residents to use for freeA new study showed that air pollution has a negative impact on children's lung development

The government started a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming electionA popular online retailer expanded its product range to include more green products

Researchers developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a deadly disease

The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the western districtScientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple blooms

A legendary rock band announced a reunion tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut albumThe country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter

A hospital opened a new cancer treatment center with state-of-the-art medical equipmentResearchers found that reading to young children every day improves their language skills by age five

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• ·A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday sale
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·A new high-speed internet service launched in rural areas connecting underserved communities
• ·A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgery
• ·Survey finds 65% of employees want more professional development opportunities
• ·Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brands
• ·A tech startup launched a new device that helps monitor home energy use
• ·A local newspaper printed a special edition for the city’s anniversary
• ·A famous singer released a new single that quickly topped music charts
• ·Astronomers detect signs of habitability on exoplanet located 300 light years away
• ·A charity collected donations of school supplies for children in low income families
• ·Hardware store expands inventory of eco friendly building materials and tools
• ·A new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city
• ·International team of scientists discovers a new species of marine life
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet
• ·Researchers found a potential link between daily walking and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes