A library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

Research finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young childrenCar dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles

Community hosts festival with live music and local food vendorsRadio station holds fundraiser to support local animal shelterEngineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminants

Wrestling team wins state championship for fourth consecutive yearStudy shows that audiobooks help people with dyslexia improve reading skills

Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make holiday decorations

Postal service hires extra staff for holiday package deliveryA coffee shop started roasting its own beans to ensure freshness and quality

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signings

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• ·The government introduced new laws to protect wildflowers in national parks
• ·Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults
• ·A school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program
• ·The national tennis team won a major international tournament for the first time
• ·The national football team won an important match last night
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of walnuts may lower the risk of heart disease by 24%
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth teams
• ·The local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at local craft fairs
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·Bird watchers report sighting of rare species in local nature reserve
• ·A software company announced plans to hire 100 new employees in the next six months
• ·A smartphone app that helps users find local restaurants added a feature for dietary restrictions
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·Electronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers
• ·A farm started a beekeeping program to help pollinate its crops and produce honey