A small business owner started selling handmade candles that were featured in a lifestyle magazine

The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhoodResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goalsDoctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases

The local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s historyA new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes on main roads to promote cycling

A major airline added new in-flight movies and TV shows to keep passengers entertainedFlorist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day

Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to familiesBook publisher launches new series of adventure books for middle schoolers

Research finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young childrenCar dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles

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• ·The national ballet company performed a new production of “Swan Lake” to sold-out crowds
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of whole grains lowers the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces the risk of complications
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight can improve cognitive function in children.
• ·Tech company launches a new smartphone with advanced camera features
• ·A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and people with disabilities
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Chemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and pets
• ·The postal service introduced a new express delivery option for packages within 24 hours
• ·The government announced plans to repair and renovate old public schools in rural areas
• ·Police used drone technology to locate a missing child in a national park
• ·A study showed that drinking one cup of black tea daily can improve blood circulation
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·Environmental activists organized a march in the capital to demand stricter carbon emission laws
• ·A team of marine researchers documented a significant increase in sea turtle nesting sites along the southern coast
• ·The government increased funding for healthcare services in rural areas