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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• ·Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online orders
• ·Astronomers share new images of Saturn’s rings
• ·A coffee shop started offering coffee tasting flights where customers can sample three different types of coffee
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with edible flower decorations
• ·A major airline announced it will add 20 new international routes next year to meet growing demand for travel.
• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program
• ·A research study found that spending time in nature improves cognitive function
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two towns
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts ride event to raise money for cancer research
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $45,000 for a local nonprofit
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 250 bicycles at 20 stations
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra academic support
• ·A golfer won the major championship with a final-round score of 65 beating the nearest competitor by 3 strokes
• ·A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against a seasonal virus
• ·A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten-free pastries in response to customer demand