The city’s public transit system announced it will offer free rides for seniors on weekends, starting next month.

A new study showed that exercise can help improve immune system functionThe city hosted an art fair featuring works by local artists

Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal propertiesThe government announced plans to invest in improving public schoolsA tech company donated software to local non profit organizations

Researchers found that listening to audiobooks can improve reading comprehensionThe police department launched a program to build better relationships with community members

A major bookstore announced plans to offer more digital books and audiobooks

Doctors recommended that people practice good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of illnessA construction company finished building a new bridge that connects two neighborhoods and reduces travel time

A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectivesA small business owner expanded their product line to include eco-friendly cleaning supplies

A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersectionsA scientist developed a new type of vaccine that provides long-lasting protection against a common virus

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• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits
• ·The government announced grants for small farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices
• ·A university football team won its first conference championship in 10 years
• ·Theater group puts on outdoor production of Romeo and Juliet in city park
• ·Coffee shop sources beans directly from small scale farmers in South America
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·Firefighters contained a large wildfire in the western region after six days of hard work
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for disaster relief
• ·A tech company released a software update to fix security issues
• ·Astronomers find evidence of liquid water on distant exoplanet
• ·Research finds that board games improve social skills in shy children
• ·A charity started a program to help elderly homeowners with minor home repairs
• ·Astronomers discovered a new asteroid that orbits the sun every 3.5 years
• ·The government announced tax breaks for small businesses to encourage growth
• ·Bus company introduces new app for tracking routes and arrival times