A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible trainsA fashion designer collaborated with a charity to create a clothing line that raises money for orphans

A hospital used telemedicine to treat patients in remote areas who can’t travelA community center organized a sports day for kids with games and prizesA tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models

A river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farmsA study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studying

The government passed a law to raise the legal age for buying alcohol

A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidaysSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and catsNewspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

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• ·A new study revealed that pet owners have lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels than non-pet owners, according to a medical journal.
• ·The local zoo started offering behind-the-scenes tours to teach visitors about animal care
• ·Research finds that learning to play an instrument improves hand eye coordination
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app, helping riders recover items
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses affected by recent natural disasters
• ·Study finds that listening to music while working increases productivity
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying genetic editing
• ·A smartphone company released a waterproof model
• ·A bookstore hosted a children’s storytime session every Saturday morning
• ·The government offered grants to small businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts daily can reduce the risk of diabetes
• ·A local library started offering free computer classes for senior citizens
• ·A new study revealed that getting enough exercise can improve mood and energy levels
• ·A school district hired 10 new teachers to reduce class sizes in middle and high schools
• ·A tech company collaborated with a car manufacturer to develop self driving technology
• ·The government passed a law to limit noise from construction sites to nighttime hours