A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stations

Research finds that spending time with grandchildren boosts happiness in seniorsDance company tours small towns with performance inspired by local history

Electronics brand launches wireless headphones with 40 hour battery lifeHikers document rare wildflower species in remote mountain regionStudy shows that using standing desks reduces back pain in office workers

Local government plants 1000 trees to improve air quality in urban neighborhoodsMovie studio releases trailer for highly anticipated sequel to popular film

Power company offers rebates to customers who install solar panels

Survey reveals that most travelers prefer road trips over air travel this yearA city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the appearance of downtown

A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuelA pet store hosted a training workshop for new dog owners

A fashion store donated unsold clothing to a homeless shelter instead of throwing it awayA library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week

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• ·The city implemented a new parking system to make finding parking easier downtown
• ·A famous actress announced she will direct her first documentary next year
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energy
• ·A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the world
• ·A local high school won the national robotics competition beating 100 other teams from across the country
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that is quieter and more efficient than older models
• ·A city installed more traffic lights in busy intersections
• ·A new high school is being built to accommodate growing student numbers
• ·Researchers found that listening to music helps reduce anxiety
• ·Retailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times
• ·A grocery store added self-checkout lanes to reduce wait times for customers
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby bear from urban neighborhood
• ·A major music festival revealed its lineup including award-winning artists from around the world
• ·The WHO released new guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases
• ·Farmers in the southern region reported a 15% increase in tomato harvests this season
• ·A community garden hosted a tomato growing contest with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits