A startup launched an app that helps users find local farms and purchase fresh produce

The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income studentsA fire at a shopping mall was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported to shoppers or staff

A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedulesA best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hackingThe transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit system

Archaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert caveA major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities

Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schools

A city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollutionA study found that spending 20 minutes in sunlight daily can boost vitamin D levels by 30%

The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missionsA popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

The city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community centerArchaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire

(责任编辑：马鞍山市)

• ·The city council voted to increase funding for after-school programs in public schools
• ·Study finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptoms
• ·Archaeologists uncovered ancient artifacts including pottery and jewelry at a dig site
• ·The city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·A city repaired 8 miles of sidewalks to improve accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs
• ·A café introduced a new seasonal drink made with locally harvested berries
• ·Research finds that adequate hydration improves cognitive function
• ·Engineers design new system to reduce energy use in office buildings
• ·A local fire department responded to a chemical spill at a factory, evacuating nearby residents as a precaution.
• ·A group of volunteers helped rebuild 50 homes for families affected by a natural disaster
• ·A new study showed that social isolation is harmful to physical and mental health
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a waterproof design and longer battery life
• ·The postal service announced it would hire 5000 temporary workers to handle holiday mail
• ·A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera system