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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• ·The postal service introduced a new tracking system for packages that provides real-time updates
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying program in all schools
• ·Scientists found that spending time in parks can improve mental health and reduce anxiety
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and cocktails
• ·A popular clothing brand announced it will phase out plastic packaging by the end of next year
• ·The community center offered free cooking classes focused on healthy and affordable meals
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new immunotherapy drug
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and free weights for guests
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour to promote his new album
• ·A city launched a recycling rewards program, giving residents discounts for proper sorting
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased this year
• ·A hotel chain announced it will stop using single-use toiletries to reduce plastic waste
• ·The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows
• ·A taxi company offered senior discounts for riders over 65 years old