A new study indicated that meditation can improve concentration and focus

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter stormsScientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns

The government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shiftsScientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy

A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

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• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·A local newspaper expanded its neighborhood coverage, adding 10 new community correspondents
• ·A celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skills
• ·A local school held a science fair with student projects on renewable energy and space
• ·A sports team hired a new assistant coach specializing in strength and conditioning
• ·A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has fallen by 10% in the past year with more time spent on outdoor activities
• ·A city council approved a plan to build a new bike sharing program
• ·A pet store started offering pet training classes for dogs and cats
• ·The national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup, defeating a defending champion with a score of 2-1.
• ·Researchers discovered a link between regular yoga practice and improved flexibility in people with joint issues
• ·The community center opened a new swimming pool and fitness classes for senior citizens
• ·A museum offered free admission to students and teachers during the school year
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a rare heart surgery on a 6-month-old infant
• ·Sheriff’s office increases patrols in residential areas during holiday season
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s band program