A study found that owning a dog can increase physical activity levels and reduce loneliness

The city council announced plans to improve public parksScientists discovered a new way to produce clean energy

A charity raised funds to build schools in developing countriesThe country’s trade deficit decreased by 8 percent this yearA historical castle was opened to the public after restoration work

Doctors recommended reducing sugar intake to improve healthA film won several awards at an international film festival

The city introduced a new bus route to connect suburban areas

Researchers studied the effects of climate change on wildlifeLifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household energy costs

Scientists compare effects of organic and conventional farming on soilTrack and field athletes win multiple medals at state meet

Study reveals that family meals lead to healthier eating habits in kidsFlorist delivers flowers to hospital patients for free

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• ·Toy store hosts character meet and greet event for kids during weekend
• ·A sports league held its all star game in a small city for the first time in its history
• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens improves eye health in children
• ·A school started a recycling competition between classes to encourage more recycling
• ·A bank announced it will offer student loan refinancing with 0% interest for the first year
• ·Bloggers attend conference to learn about social media trends
• ·Doctors recommended that people get regular check ups to prevent serious health issues
• ·Study reveals that family camping trips improve children’s connection to nature
• ·A school added a robotics lab where students can build and program their own robots
• ·A city council approved plans to convert an old factory into a community art center
• ·A city banned smoking in public parks to protect non smokers
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from injuries
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local bookstore to host monthly author readings and coffee tastings
• ·A government agency launched a water conservation campaign, encouraging residents to reduce usage
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 112 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030