A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert cave

A major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European citiesHealth officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usualA famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hours

The military sent helicopters to rescue stranded hikers after a sudden snowstorm in the mountains

A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12A grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinners

A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human bodyThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

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• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel
• ·A tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household items
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groups
• ·A government program helped small businesses expand their operations
• ·A university research team discovered a new species of plant in a remote forest
• ·A construction company used solar power for equipment
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil pipeline project in the northern wilderness
• ·The military conducted rescue operations in areas affected by a hurricane
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts regularly can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adults
• ·A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books
• ·Police arrested seven individuals suspected of running a fraudulent online shopping scheme
• ·Toy store hosts event where kids can meet characters from popular cartoons
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 70 dogs and cats
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app to help customers recover lost items