The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineThe railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendResearchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults

A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikesAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

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• ·A bakery made custom cakes for weddings and birthdays
• ·Scientists create new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of flu
• ·A team of scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills more efficiently
• ·A major airline announced it would be offering discounted fares for families traveling during school holidays.
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant focusing on traditional dishes from the Mediterranean region
• ·A local community center announced plans to host a free job fair for unemployed residents
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·Scientists developed a new test for early cancer detection
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·Power company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winter
• ·A airline reduced its carbon emissions by using more fuel efficient planes
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food to reduce food waste
• ·A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novel
• ·Bakery debuts new line of sourdough breads made with heirloom wheat
• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s water system