Astronomers observed a rare celestial event, as a comet passed close to Earth for the first time in 200 years.

The police department launched a new program to combat cyberbullying among teenagersScientists cloned a rare species of coral to help restore damaged coral reefs

Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday seasonThe university announced a new research partnership with a leading tech company to study AI ethicsA powerful tornado destroyed dozens of homes in a small town in the midwest

Researchers detected a new planet in the same solar system as a potentially habitable worldThe city introduced a new program to give rebates to residents who install solar panels

A well-known actress announced she will produce and star in a new TV series about women's history

Doctors advised people with respiratory conditions to stay indoors during a recent air quality alertDoctors created a new surgical procedure that shortens recovery time for knee replacements

The local museum hosted a “science day” with hands-on experiments for kids and familiesA new study showed that meeting friends regularly reduces stress and improves mental health

The national park service announced plans to repair hiking trails damaged by last year’s stormsA major snack company recalled a batch of chips due to possible salmonella contamination

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• ·Local schools added environmental science classes to their high school curriculum this semester
• ·A new study indicated that owning a cat can reduce the risk of stroke in older adults
• ·Postal service delivers holiday packages ahead of schedule this year
• ·Local schools reported a 94% pass rate on state standardized tests this year
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners
• ·A school district purchased new digital textbooks for all middle and high school students
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 500 people
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration featuring local chefs
• ·A tech company announced a new feature for its social media platform
• ·A local theater showed classic movies every Friday night during the summer
• ·A wildlife sanctuary opened a new exhibit featuring native birds of prey, including eagles and owls
• ·A grocery store started selling organic produce boxes delivered weekly
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a protest to demand stricter regulations on plastic waste disposal
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in the Amazon River
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to design a clothing line
• ·A tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament