Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and curbside pickup for customers

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 hacking

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists 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 schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hoursA famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader

A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adultsThe government launched a program to provide free mental health counseling for veterans

Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communitiesA startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes

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• ·The government announced plans to repair old bridges and highways across the state
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park
• ·A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race
• ·A major film festival announced its official selection including 25 international premieres
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 500 toys for children in need
• ·The stock market closed higher after a week of steady growth
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of remote work in tech industry
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes
• ·A city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·A sports league changed its schedule to reduce travel time for teams during the season
• ·The government announced a $280 million fund to support rural broadband expansion in underserved areas
• ·A bakery expanded its gluten-free line to include bread, cookies, and pastries made with alternative flours
• ·A small business started selling handmade candles with natural scents that were featured in a lifestyle blog
• ·The World Bank approved a $800 million loan to improve water supply systems in a poor country
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next year
• ·The stock market hit a new all-time high on Monday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies