The city’s public transit system announced it will offer free rides for seniors on weekends, starting next month.

A new study showed that exercise can help improve immune system functionThe city hosted an art fair featuring works by local artists

Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal propertiesThe government announced plans to invest in improving public schoolsA tech company donated software to local non profit organizations

Researchers found that listening to audiobooks can improve reading comprehensionThe police department launched a program to build better relationships with community members

A major bookstore announced plans to offer more digital books and audiobooks

Doctors recommended that people practice good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of illnessA construction company finished building a new bridge that connects two neighborhoods and reduces travel time

A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectivesA small business owner expanded their product line to include eco-friendly cleaning supplies

A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersectionsA scientist developed a new type of vaccine that provides long-lasting protection against a common virus

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• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·A community garden hosted a herb drying workshop to teach residents how to preserve herbs
• ·A survey found that 70% of consumers plan to shop online during the upcoming holiday season
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years to critical acclaim
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton and water-saving processes
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·Researchers developed a new method to produce clean drinking water from saltwater
• ·Candle company releases holiday scents like pine and cranberry
• ·A city installed more public Wi Fi hotspots in parks and community centers
• ·Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year
• ·A tropical depression formed in the Pacific Ocean prompting storm watches for island communities
• ·The national tennis team qualified for the international tournament
• ·Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases
• ·A group of activists campaigned for better access to healthcare for people with disabilities
• ·A major clothing brand launched a campaign to promote body positivity
• ·A university organized a conference on global health issues