A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade

The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhoodResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goalsDoctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases

The local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s historyA new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes on main roads to promote cycling

A major airline added new in-flight movies and TV shows to keep passengers entertainedFlorist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day

Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to familiesBook publisher launches new series of adventure books for middle schoolers

Research finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young childrenCar dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles

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• ·A study showed that online courses can help working adults earn college degrees faster
• ·A famous fashion designer launched a new line of clothing made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Research shows that eating more fruits reduces the risk of certain diseases
• ·A research study found that owning a pet can reduce symptoms of depression in adults
• ·The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users track their daily exercise and calorie intake
• ·A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of Lyme disease in wooded suburban areas
• ·Power company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy
• ·A hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmed
• ·A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by local artists
• ·A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six months
• ·A study found that storytelling can improve listening skills in young children
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits
• ·A jewelry brand released a collection using recycled metals and ethically sourced gemstones