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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• ·A bookstore hosted a poetry night where local poets read their work to an audience
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters in stormy waters
• ·The stock market experienced a slight increase following positive economic reports
• ·The postal service announced it will add 100 new delivery trucks to handle package volume
• ·A bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·Weather forecasters predicted heavy rain for the weekend
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win that were used in the team’s promotional materials
• ·Retail chain introduces zero-waste aisles with package-free food options
• ·Researchers at a leading university developed a new battery technology that charges 10 times faster than current lithium-ion batteries
• ·Environmental activists organized a march in the capital to demand stricter carbon emission laws
• ·A hospital started a program to provide free health screenings for the public
• ·Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from ocean water more efficiently
• ·A local market started selling fresh produce directly from nearby farms
• ·Local bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition
• ·The central bank announced it would inject $7 billion into the economy to boost job creation