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 Community organizes river cleanup event that removes 2 tons of trash 
A snowstorm in the northeast canceled over 900 flights and closed public transitA tech company announced it will hire 1800 new employees for its cybersecurity division 
  
Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and old electronicsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policiesA fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu items 
  
Researchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtown 
  
A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season 
A study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patientsThe national soccer team won the continental championship by defeating the defending titleholders 3-1 
A new study showed that 72% of employees feel more productive with a four-day workweekThe federal reserve stated it will keep interest rates stable to support small business growth 
A historic church in the downtown area underwent a year-long restoration to preserve its stained glassMajor electronics retailers announced early Black Friday sales starting in early November  |