Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents

A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearCamera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends

Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation centerLocal newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city

Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutesFitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines

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• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects volunteers with local community service projects
• ·A forest service announced it will plant 5,000 new trees to replace those lost in a recent wildfire
• ·Researchers studied the impact of screen time on eye health in young children
• ·Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adults
• ·A tech company released a software update to fix security flaws in its popular operating system
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to support local homeless shelter
• ·Local hospitals started offering free flu shots to senior citizens and low-income families
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income students
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour to promote his new album
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·Researchers found that chronic stress can weaken the immune system and cause illness
• ·Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·Archaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire
• ·Scientists observed a significant increase in coral growth in protected ocean areas
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will expand its size range to be more inclusive