A startup launched an app that helps users find local farms and purchase fresh produce

The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income studentsA fire at a shopping mall was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported to shoppers or staff

A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedulesA best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hackingThe transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit system

Archaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert caveA major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities

Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schools

A city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollutionA study found that spending 20 minutes in sunlight daily can boost vitamin D levels by 30%

The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missionsA popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

The city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community centerArchaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire

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• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advance
• ·A local café started serving breakfast all day
• ·Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets
• ·Local schools started teaching coding as part of the curriculum
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve hand-eye coordination in kids
• ·A tech company released a new software update with improved features
• ·The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of volatility
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made salad kits with locally grown greens
• ·Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe storm
• ·Researchers developed a faster method to test for common infectious diseases
• ·Doctors developed a new inhaler that delivers medication more effectively for asthma patients
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area
• ·A bakery started offering catering services for events
• ·A global trade agreement was signed by 20 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperation
• ·A music festival announced it will use 100 percent renewable energy for next year’s event
• ·Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adults