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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• ·A major food company planned to reduce the amount of sugar in its products
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can store 50% more energy than current models
• ·Scientists conducted a study on the impact of noise pollution on urban wildlife
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about wildlife conservation in national parks
• ·A national park started a program to protect native plant species
• ·A library hosted digital literacy classes for adults learning to use email and online banking
• ·Car companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free croissants made with rice flour and tapioca starch
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 36 countries over the next year
• ·A team of scientists successfully sent a spacecraft to explore a distant planet, aiming to gather data about its atmosphere and surface.
• ·Engineers unveiled a prototype of a zero-emission public bus designed to operate in urban areas
• ·Bus company adds express routes to reduce commute times for downtown workers
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping during a special sale
• ·Ice cream shop introduces new flavors made with local dairy and fruits