Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and curbside pickup for customers

A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedulesA best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hacking

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert caveA major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities

Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hoursA famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader

A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adultsThe government launched a program to provide free mental health counseling for veterans

Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communitiesA startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes

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• ·A gym offered family memberships at a 30% discount to encourage families to exercise together
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection
• ·A local newspaper printed a local history section
• ·The military provided assistance to local authorities in evacuating residents from a flood-prone area
• ·A coffee shop started selling matcha lattes with oat milk as a dairy-free option
• ·A electronics company recalled a batch of wireless headphones due to a potential overheating issue
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays written by young playwrights
• ·A city added more bike racks
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·Coast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas
• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·Local schools reported a 95% attendance rate this semester, the highest in five years, due to improved health and wellness programs.
• ·A charity collected donations of winter coats for homeless individuals
• ·An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energy
• ·A study revealed that eating breakfast every day helps people maintain a healthy weight
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities