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 study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste
• ·Research shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise
• ·Volleyball tournament features college teams from across the country
• ·A gym started an adaptive fitness program for people with disabilities, using specialized equipment
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track their inventory
• ·A local café started serving plant-based milk options like oat, almond, and soy milk
• ·The city introduced a parking app that offers discounts for carpoolers
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours
• ·Geologists warn of potential volcanic activity in Pacific island region
• ·A study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effects
• ·City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bands
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs
• ·A historic peace agreement was signed between two neighboring countries after three years of diplomatic negotiations.
• ·The national railway service announced it would be upgrading its trains to provide faster and more comfortable travel for passengers.