Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities

The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessibleA new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression

Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homesLocal businesses hosted a job fair for recent high school and college graduatesA professional athlete donated sports equipment to underprivileged youth programs

The government introduced new laws to protect workers from unfair labor practicesA bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers

Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersJuice bar adds new menu items made with local seasonal fruits

Animal shelter organizes adoption event to find homes for 50 petsNewspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area

Astronomers spot new planet that could support life in distant solar systemRunning club hosts 5k race to raise money for local charity

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• ·A hospital started a program to provide free health screenings for the public
• ·The education department launched a new program to provide free tutoring services to students from low-income families.
• ·The national soccer team hired a new head coach with international experience
• ·A bakery used locally sourced fruit to make its pies and tarts
• ·A research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people
• ·A university started a new graduate program in business administration
• ·Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Doctors urged parents to ensure their children receive all recommended vaccinations
• ·A tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 58 countries
• ·A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languages
• ·A local fire department responded to a house fire, saving two residents and preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring homes.
• ·A sports league held an all star game in a small city for the first time
• ·A national park offered guided tours led by park rangers
• ·A best-selling author released a new novel that focuses on mental health awareness