Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents

A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearCamera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends

Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation centerLocal newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city

Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutesFitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines

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• ·Research finds that board games improve social skills in shy children
• ·The national weather service issued a heat advisory for the southern states, warning residents to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours.
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app
• ·The national opera company went on a tour to other cities in the country
• ·A construction project to renovate a library began
• ·A historical building was restored and opened as a tourist attraction
• ·International teams are working together to address climate change
• ·A fire department hosted a safety workshop teaching residents how to use fire extinguishers
• ·A taxi company offered free rides to veterans on Veterans Day as a way to show appreciation
• ·A small business owner launched an online store that now accounts for 60% of their total revenue
• ·Scientists developed a new test for early cancer detection
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for science and math programs in public schools
• ·A new study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for college students, according to a education research group.
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners
• ·Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing vessel in protected marine area
• ·The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collections