Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership

Study shows that adding turmeric to meals reduces inflammation in the bodyFurniture store sells line of furniture made from reclaimed wood

Library provides free access to online academic journals for studentsSkateboard competition awards $5,000 prize to best amateur riderResearch indicates that 7-8 hours of sleep improves decision-making skills

Juice bar uses locally grown fruits and vegetables for all menu itemsAnimal shelter holds adoption event that finds homes for 100 pets

Newspaper reports on growth of remote work in tech industry

Astronomers find evidence of liquid water on distant exoplanetA toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physics

A community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, and food from IndiaResearchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near elementary schools to protect childrenA famous author won a national literary award for their latest novel about the Civil Rights Movement

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• ·A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books
• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in October
• ·A local fire department responded to a house fire, saving two residents and preventing the fire from spreading to neighboring homes.
• ·A new art gallery featuring modern works opened in the city center
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a recent outbreak of food poisoning linked to contaminated lettuce.
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·The government launched a program to help people quit smoking
• ·A tech company released a new smart home device that controls lighting and temperature
• ·A bank announced it will offer student loan refinancing with 0% interest for the first year
• ·A city launched a bike safety program for kids with free helmets and lessons
• ·Mathematicians solve long standing problem in number theory
• ·A musician toured small towns, performing at local venues to support independent music
• ·The government announced a new $480 million funding package to support small businesses hit by recent economic challenges
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports
• ·A city added more public restrooms
• ·A city launched a recycling rewards program, giving residents discounts for proper sorting