A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development

A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in personResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuseA car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuries

A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

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• ·City announces plan to add 20 miles of new bike trails by next summer
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in math and science classes
• ·A construction company used 3D printing to build a small home in 10 days, cutting costs by 30%
• ·Radio station launches podcast about local history and folklore
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of apples this year due to favorable weather conditions
• ·Scientists at a leading university identified a new protein that could slow the spread of certain cancers
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small batch craft beer industry in the area
• ·A charity raised funds to provide college scholarships for students from low-income families
• ·The government provided grants to eco-friendly businesses
• ·The stock market reached a new all-time high following positive corporate earnings
• ·A city launched a campaign to reduce litter in public areas
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find local fitness classes
• ·Hospital expands telemedicine services to reach patients in rural communities
• ·A grocery store started offering online ordering and same-day delivery for customers
• ·A government program helped homeowners install solar panels on their roofs