Fire department conducts safety drills in local schools

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer raceA library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain healthThe city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes

A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoodsThe railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itA study revealed that eating a protein-rich breakfast keeps people full longer than a carb-heavy one

A city installed more public charging stations for electric vehicles in shopping center parking lotsAn airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages

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• ·A city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks
• ·High school students created an app that helps seniors access local healthcare services
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer for the environment
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A clothing store launched an online website
• ·Research indicates that getting enough sleep improves immune system function
• ·A charity organization distributed blankets and warm clothing to homeless people in winter
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakers
• ·A software company offered training for new users
• ·TV show wins best comedy award
• ·A bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish French and Chinese
• ·A pharmaceutical firm reported positive results from trials of a new drug for treating Parkinson’s disease
• ·A large-scale wildfire in the western region was contained after five days of efforts by hundreds of firefighters.
• ·A hospital performed the first successful liver transplant using a organ from a living donor
• ·A farm began selling honey from its own beehives to local stores and farmers markets
• ·A coffee chain announced it will source all its beans from sustainable farms