A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade

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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• ·Doctors used stem cell therapy to treat a patient with a severe spinal cord injury
• ·Scientists observed a significant increase in coral growth in protected ocean areas
• ·Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospital
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollution
• ·A scientist received a grant to continue their research on a cure for a rare disease
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets
• ·The stock market experienced strong growth due to positive economic news
• ·The city council approved a $110 million project to repair aging sewage systems
• ·The city introduced a new parking system that uses sensors to guide drivers to available spots
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $45,000 for a local nonprofit
• ·A grocery store chain started selling pre-made healthy meal kits for busy families
• ·A school district added a new art program that teaches students pottery and digital design
• ·Radio station launches podcast about local history and folklore
• ·A farm began selling homemade salsa made from its own tomatoes and peppers
• ·A farmers market started a “kids’ corner” where children can learn about farming through hands-on activities