Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus

The police department started a campaign to teach seniors how to avoid phone scamsA major bookstore announced it will host monthly book clubs for different age groups

Doctors recommended that people with high blood pressure monitor their salt intakeThe community center offered free yoga classes for people with chronic painA new study showed that people who live in walkable neighborhoods have lower obesity rates

The city council voted to add more bike parking spaces in downtown areasA popular coffee chain announced it will open 20 new locations in small towns this year

Scientists created a new way to recycle old batteries into new ones

The school district decided to start the school day later to improve student attendanceA fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it before it spread to homes

A software company launched a new app that helps users learn a new language through interactive gamesA community garden hosted a "harvest festival" with live music and food made from garden produce

A fashion boutique started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashionA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

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• ·Farmers used new irrigation techniques to improve crop yields during dry months
• ·Study finds that journaling about gratitude improves mental health
• ·A study found that children who play video games with their parents have stronger family bonds
• ·Engineers developed a new type of concrete that absorbs carbon dioxide from the air
• ·Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospital
• ·A team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings in a remote mountain area
• ·A grocery store started offering online ordering and same-day delivery for customers
• ·Researchers found that listening to music while studying can improve memory retention
• ·A tech company announced it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen, set to hit stores next quarter.
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging bridges in urban and rural areas
• ·Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents
• ·A tech company announced plans to hire 2000 new employees
• ·A school district bought new computers for all classrooms
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools including new classrooms and technology
• ·Police department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues