A small business owner started selling handmade candles that were featured in a lifestyle magazine

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 local zoo announced the arrival of a new animal from a conservation program
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a probe to study Saturn’s rings
• ·A major clothing brand announced plans to offer more sizes to be more inclusive
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep sea fish living near hydrothermal vents
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant that can be used to make a natural insect repellent
• ·A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A local farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable farming practices
• ·Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depression
• ·A library added 5,000 new books to its collection including 1,000 titles in foreign languages
• ·Book club discusses award winning novel about environmental issues
• ·A new study found that 40% of young adults struggle with anxiety due to work and financial pressures
• ·A software company released an update to its app that added a dark mode and faster loading times
• ·The prime minister met with international leaders to discuss global energy security
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students who need extra help
• ·A research study showed that spending time in nature can reduce anxiety
• ·A coffee shop hosted a book reading event with a local author