A new survey found that 69% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs

A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home two days a week permanentlyA local farm started selling pre-packaged salad kits at grocery stores in the area

A school started a music program that provides free instrument lessons to students from low-income familiesA photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s historic neighborhoodsA hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting

A musician went on a tour of small towns performing at local venues to support independent musicA grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices

A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 70 community members

A software developer created a new tool that helps small businesses manage their social media accountsVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

The central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growthA renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA community center offered free job training for people looking to switch to green energy careers

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• ·A study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-owners
• ·The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security
• ·A construction company won a contract to build a new hospital wing for pediatric care
• ·A professional basketball player signed a five-year contract worth $210 million with a hometown team
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Scientists observed a rare astronomical phenomenon in the night sky
• ·A bakery introduced a line of gluten-free bread that tastes like traditional wheat bread
• ·A new airport terminal is under construction to handle more passengers
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing homes for winter weather
• ·The central bank announced it would ease monetary policy to support lending to small and medium-sized enterprises
• ·A global summit on climate change concluded with a commitment from 100 countries to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030.
• ·A theater company announced a new production of a classic play with a modern adaptation
• ·A team of marine researchers documented a significant increase in sea turtle nesting sites along the southern coast
• ·A streaming service added a collection of documentaries about wildlife conservation
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·The national rugby team won the regional championship for the third time