A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible trainsA fashion designer collaborated with a charity to create a clothing line that raises money for orphans

A hospital used telemedicine to treat patients in remote areas who can’t travelA community center organized a sports day for kids with games and prizesA tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models

A river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farmsA study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studying

The government passed a law to raise the legal age for buying alcohol

A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidaysSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and catsNewspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

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• ·Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope
• ·A tech startup secured significant investment to develop its innovative product
• ·A city installed more traffic lights at busy intersections to reduce accidents
• ·A farm started growing herbs and spices to sell to local restaurants
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport terminal to handle increased passenger traffic
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional ones
• ·A winter storm dumped 20 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for three days
• ·A community center organized a sports day for kids featuring games and activities for all ages
• ·A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted price
• ·A university’s basketball team made it to the final four of a national tournament
• ·A local artist painted portraits of community members to display in a local gallery
• ·The school district announced all students will get free breakfast and lunch starting next year
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers
• ·A local farm started a community-supported agriculture program where members get weekly produce boxes
• ·Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviews
• ·Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students