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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• ·A national park extended summer hours
• ·A public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents
• ·A famous singer announced a North American tour with 25 shows scheduled next summer
• ·A western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 250 bicycles at 20 stations
• ·A major car manufacturer revealed its first fully electric SUV model
• ·A musician released a new album that was reviewed positively by a national music magazine
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can improve mental health by reducing anxiety symptoms
• ·A tech company released a new laptop with longer battery life
• ·A severe storm struck the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal community evacuations
• ·A charity raised funds to build a new school in a war-torn country
• ·The community center hosted a job fair for local residents
• ·A school district updated its curriculum to include more lessons on diversity and inclusion
• ·The national rugby team won the regional championship for the third consecutive year