Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents

A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearCamera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends

Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation centerLocal newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city

Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutesFitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines

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• ·Volunteers planted 12000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project
• ·A coffee shop began selling breakfast burritos made with local ingredients
• ·Fitness center adds new cycling studio with virtual reality rides
• ·Scientists observed a rare eclipse of a distant star by a planet
• ·A national park started offering guided tours
• ·A famous singer performed a benefit concert to raise money for disaster relief efforts
• ·The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in urban areas
• ·The government introduced new regulations for food safety
• ·A major airline announced plans to replace older planes with more fuel-efficient models
• ·A city added more public trash cans in downtown areas to reduce littering
• ·Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flour
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of carrots to a local senior center
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 46% in adults
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic movie with live music
• ·A scientist discovered a new antibiotic that can treat infections resistant to current medications
• ·Biologists study migration patterns of birds using tracking devices