A tech company released a new app that helps users manage their finances

The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activitiesA popular social media platform launched a new feature to help users detect fake news

The fire department rescued a family of five from a house fire in the early morning hoursScientists discovered that spending too much time sitting increases the risk of heart diseaseThe city hosted a global summit on renewable energy attended by world leaders

A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skillsLocal farmers markets started accepting digital payments to make transactions easier for customers

The government passed a law to protect ancient forests from logging and development

A tech startup created an app that helps users find volunteer opportunities in their communityA university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineering

A bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novelA city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park

A clothing brand collaborated with a popular social media influencer to design a limited edition lineA hospital started a program to help patients with mobility issues access home healthcare services

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• ·Football league expands playoff format to include 12 teams next season
• ·Local restaurants partnered with food delivery services to offer contactless delivery options
• ·A famous author announced the release of their highly anticipated new novel, which will hit bookstores in December.
• ·Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5
• ·Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the space
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and weights for guests
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 13 minutes
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of deep-sea fish during an expedition in the Pacific Ocean
• ·A large hotel brand announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries to minimize plastic waste
• ·Doctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night featuring 5 local comedians, selling out the venue
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·Research finds that outdoor play reduces screen time for kids by 2 hours daily
• ·A national park started offering guided tours
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety
• ·Local schools reported a 94% pass rate on state standardized tests this year