The city’s public transit system announced it will offer free rides for seniors on weekends, starting next month.

A new study showed that exercise can help improve immune system functionThe city hosted an art fair featuring works by local artists

Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal propertiesThe government announced plans to invest in improving public schoolsA tech company donated software to local non profit organizations

Researchers found that listening to audiobooks can improve reading comprehensionThe police department launched a program to build better relationships with community members

A major bookstore announced plans to offer more digital books and audiobooks

Doctors recommended that people practice good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of illnessA construction company finished building a new bridge that connects two neighborhoods and reduces travel time

A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectivesA small business owner expanded their product line to include eco-friendly cleaning supplies

A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersectionsA scientist developed a new type of vaccine that provides long-lasting protection against a common virus

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• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve hand-eye coordination in kids
• ·Researchers developed a faster way to test for a common disease
• ·A local theater announced it will show classic films every Sunday during the winter months
• ·A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikes
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of a seasonal respiratory illness
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade
• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient pottery shards dating back 3000 years
• ·The government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minors
• ·A tech company allowed employees to bring their pets to work one day a week to boost morale
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·Amazon unveiled a new delivery drone that can carry packages weighing up to 5 pounds and deliver them in 30 minutes or less
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·A study showed that eating nuts daily can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A charity organization built a new community center with a gym and after-school programs
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with 3D-printed sugar flowers