A new study indicated that keeping pets can improve the mental health of the elderly

A local farmers’ market started an online store to sell fresh produce to customers at homeThe government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly packaging

A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular appWeather conditions forced the closure of mountain highways due to heavy snowfallA team of historians published a new book about the country’s role in a major world event

The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by international tensionsA charity raised funds to support animal shelters that care for abandoned pets

Scientists developed a new test that can detect early signs of a common type of cancer

The city introduced a new parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phonesMovie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families

Research shows that practicing gratitude improves mental health over timeHardware store offers classes on basic home repair and maintenance

Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from remote coastal trailNewspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home

(责任编辑：聊城市)

• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·The government launched a new campaign to promote recycling and reduce household waste
• ·A new restaurant specializing in Korean BBQ opened to long waiting lists
• ·Football team hires former national champion coach to lead next season’s roster
• ·Biologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices
• ·The national basketball league announced a new sponsorship
• ·A new study revealed that spending time with family pets lowers stress hormones in adults
• ·A large-scale music festival will take place in the park next summer
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·A city installed new public art installations in downtown areas to attract tourists and support local artists
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·Electronics brand launches tablet with longer battery life and improved camera
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast improves concentration in elementary school students
• ·The local community organized a beach clean-up event
• ·A local library started a weekly storytime session for toddlers and their parents
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based milk alternatives like oat and almond milk