Fire department conducts safety drills in local schools

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer raceA library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain healthThe city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes

A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoodsThe railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itA study revealed that eating a protein-rich breakfast keeps people full longer than a carb-heavy one

A city installed more public charging stations for electric vehicles in shopping center parking lotsAn airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages

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• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public park in the downtown area
• ·A city council approved a plan to build a new bike sharing program
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training
• ·A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios
• ·A multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·A small business owner started a loyalty program where customers earn points for referrals
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·Research indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativity
• ·A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from around the world
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $8.5 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decade
• ·Local police partnered with community groups to prevent gang violence
• ·A museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitors
• ·Astronomers find evidence of liquid water on distant exoplanet
• ·Researchers found that walking in nature can boost the immune system by increasing white blood cells