A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphones

A city added more bike lanes to connect residential areas to downtownA charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood

A research study showed that spending time in green spaces reduces stress levels in urban residentsA sports equipment store began selling used gear at discounted prices to make sports more accessibleA local newspaper launched a digital subscription service to expand its readership

A bakery introduced a new line of gluten free pastries made with alternative floursA construction project to build a new elementary school is ahead of schedule

A smartphone company announced a new model with a longer battery life and better camera

A farmers market added 10 new vendors selling handmade crafts and artisanal foodsScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·Local businesses supported a program to train young people for jobs
• ·The university announced a new scholarship program for students majoring in science
• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·A school started a environmental club to teach students about conservation
• ·An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for senior citizens traveling alone
• ·The stock market hit a new all-time high on Monday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies
• ·A famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 25-year career citing health issues
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a common childhood illness that takes 5 minutes
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for migraines that reduces the frequency of attacks
• ·A research study found that drinking green tea may boost immune function
• ·A local school district decided to adopt a four-day school week to reduce costs and improve student attendance.
• ·A famous singer announced a North American tour with 25 shows scheduled next summer
• ·A new hospital was built in a rural area to improve healthcare access
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new pedestrian bridge over the river downtown
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or more