A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website

A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivityThe city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks

Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medicationsThe government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitalsA popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday season

Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adultsThe police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush

A luxury hotel chain announced it will offer free breakfast to all guests starting next month

Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of processed meats to reduce cancer riskThe city held a cultural festival featuring traditional dances, music, and food from various countries

A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorderThe government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year

A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income studentsResearchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates

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• ·A major airline planned to add more flights to tourist destinations
• ·A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade in-flight Wi-Fi to faster speeds
• ·University offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering
• ·A school district started a breakfast in the classroom program to ensure students eat before lessons
• ·Ambulance service trains local residents in CPR and first aid
• ·A major tech company unveiled a foldable tablet that transforms into a laptop with a detachable keyboard
• ·A research team developed a new method to detect early signs of Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Scientists observed a rare astronomical event involving two passing comets
• ·A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester
• ·A new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression
• ·Police solved a cold case using advanced forensic technology
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine to protect farm animals from a contagious disease
• ·Researchers found that keeping a garden reduces symptoms of anxiety in adults