A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community use

Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theftThe weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning

College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar powerA bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and free ATM accessMedical researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against the flu

The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with newer more efficient modelsA famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events

A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent stormStudy reveals that family dinners improve children’s self esteem

Florist delivers free flower arrangements to hospital patients on Valentine’s DayFire department installs smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents for free

Book publisher launches new children’s book series about animal conservationResearch finds that outdoor play reduces screen time for kids by 2 hours daily

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• ·A study found fiction reading improves empathy and emotional intelligence in all ages
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion school
• ·A coffee roaster partnered with a fair-trade organization to source beans from small-scale farmers
• ·Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communities
• ·A scientist published a study showing that urban green spaces can lower air pollution levels
• ·A local bookstore hosted an author signing event with a best-selling writer
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·A study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t
• ·Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution
• ·Doctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back pain
• ·A fashion store donated unsold clothing to a nonprofit that helps homeless individuals
• ·A popular coffee chain launched a new series of drinks made with local ingredients
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools
• ·Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit