The city’s public library added more audiobooks to its collection for visually impaired users

The school board approved plans to build a new high school in the growing southern neighborhoodResearchers found that cuddling with pets reduces stress hormones in the body

The government started a program to help small businesses create online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgetsDoctors urged people to get regular hearing tests to detect hearing loss early

The local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizationsA new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclists

The city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesResearchers studied the impact of social media on teen self-esteem

A bookstore hosted a poetry reading with local poetsA farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market

A museum offered free admission on weekends for familiesA gym started a rehabilitation program for people recovering from injuries

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• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biology
• ·The government announced a new funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic challenges
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·Park officials close trails to protect nesting birds
• ·Fire department installs smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents for free
• ·A famous author announced a new book that will be released next year after a 10-year hiatus
• ·Candle company releases holiday scents like pine and cranberry
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new cold brew made with locally sourced beans
• ·Volunteers cleaned up over 1500 pounds of trash from a local river during a weekend cleanup event
• ·A restaurant added a kids eat free night on Tuesdays to attract families
• ·A city installed new public art installations in downtown areas to attract tourists and support local artists
• ·A study found that spending time with pets reduces stress and improves overall mental well-being
• ·A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitors
• ·A bakery started making custom cookies for corporate events and parties
• ·Study finds that reading to kids increases their vocabulary
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more vegetarian options