A new study indicated that keeping pets can improve the mental health of the elderly

A local farmers’ market started an online store to sell fresh produce to customers at homeThe government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly packaging

A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular appWeather conditions forced the closure of mountain highways due to heavy snowfallA team of historians published a new book about the country’s role in a major world event

The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by international tensionsA charity raised funds to support animal shelters that care for abandoned pets

Scientists developed a new test that can detect early signs of a common type of cancer

The city introduced a new parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phonesMovie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families

Research shows that practicing gratitude improves mental health over timeHardware store offers classes on basic home repair and maintenance

Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from remote coastal trailNewspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home

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• ·The country’s education budget was increased by 10 percent
• ·The national handball team won the national championship
• ·Archaeologists uncover ancient trading post dating back to 500 BCE
• ·A scientist developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than current models
• ·Study shows that adding turmeric to meals reduces inflammation in the body
• ·A local bookstore hosted an author event with a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer
• ·A study showed that teachers who use games in the classroom have more engaged students
• ·Local hospitals started offering free health screenings for people at risk of diabetes
• ·Firefighters rescue three people from apartment fire in downtown area
• ·City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areas
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphones
• ·A government agency updated its tax filing website to make it more user friendly
• ·Researchers found that listening to audiobooks can improve reading comprehension
• ·Local schools switched to digital textbooks to reduce paper waste
• ·Retailers introduced contactless payment options to reduce checkout wait times
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing coastal city