Police department launches campaign against distracted driving

A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employmentAn airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniorsThe government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 supportA bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600

Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quicklyThe transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year

A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicStudy finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent

Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this monthCoffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste

Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

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• ·Tea shop imports rare white tea from remote regions of China
• ·A referendum on constitutional amendments will take place in June allowing citizens to vote on political reform
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 29% over the past decade
• ·Researchers studied how exercise affects brain health in older adults
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all orders
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·The city council approved a $200 million project to upgrade public parks and build new recreational facilities for residents.
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support music and art programs
• ·A western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language
• ·Scientists develop new test to detect disease in early stages
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effects