A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation to add more bus routes

Bird watchers report sighting of rare species in local nature reserveOnline platform launches new feature to connect freelance workers with clients

Geologists study effects of climate change on mountain glaciersYoga studio offers free trial classes for new members this monthStudy shows that eating breakfast regularly improves school performance in kids

Pet groomer introduces new organic grooming products for dogs and catsFirefighters rescue family from house fire in early morning hours

Magazine features article on top travel destinations for next year

Research finds that playing board games improves social skills in childrenA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run

Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

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• ·A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking
• ·A software company launched a fitness app that tracks workouts and meal plans
• ·Researchers found that family game nights improve communication between parents and teens
• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·A study found that owning a pet improves mental health in seniors
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook with restaurant recipes that sold out its first print run
• ·A bookstore hosted a poetry reading featuring 10 local poets, with proceeds going to a literacy charity
• ·A new study showed that regular participation in team sports improves social skills in children
• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·A fire department hosted a safety workshop teaching residents how to use fire extinguishers
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool to make operations less invasive
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance
• ·A severe flood in the river valley destroyed several bridges and roads, cutting off access to three small towns.
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer miles for customers who book flights in advance
• ·The country’s export of technology goods increased by 22 percent this quarter
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 12.5 minutes