A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade

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 government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcare
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·A famous author announced a new book that will be released next year after a 10-year hiatus
• ·A community garden hosted a herb workshop that taught residents how to grow and use herbs
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter
• ·Scientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening the survival of shell-forming creatures
• ·A new survey found that 65% of employees prefer hybrid work models combining remote and in-office work
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free returns on all online purchases for 60 days
• ·TV network announces new drama series from award winning screenwriter
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·Pet groomer introduces organic grooming products for sensitive skin in pets
• ·Scientists identified a gene that affects how the body metabolizes sugar and fat
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oil
• ·A tech company released an app that helps users find local events like concerts and farmers markets
• ·A bookstore launched a teen book club focusing on young adult novels with diverse characters and themes