A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companions

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower costThe school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students

Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rateThe city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

A popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its library

Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adultsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about fire prevention in wilderness areasNewspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to organic farming

Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probeCross country team wins state championship with record breaking time

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• ·Local schools installed new security systems including metal detectors and surveillance cameras
• ·The city hosted a music festival with local bands and food trucks in the central park
• ·A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoods
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 35 countries over the next year
• ·A major airline said it will increase flight frequencies to European cities by 30% next quarter
• ·Magazine features profile of celebrity chef opening restaurant in small town
• ·A sports equipment store started selling eco friendly sports gear
• ·Research finds that playing board games improves social skills in children
• ·A charity organized a food drive that collected 10,000 pounds of non-perishable food for local food banks
• ·The postal service announced it would hire additional staff to handle the holiday mail rush
• ·Hardware store offers classes on basic plumbing and electrical repairs
• ·Scientists study effects of different fertilizers on soil health
• ·Local police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness events
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spice
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·A local café started serving breakfast all day