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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• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of spinach may lower the risk of heart disease by 23%
• ·Hikers document rare wildflower species in remote mountain region
• ·The city council voted to give $1 million to fund public art projects like murals and sculptures
• ·Researchers studied the impact of urbanization on local bird populations
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping center
• ·A major airline introduced a new loyalty program offering more rewards for frequent flyers
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck where residents brought dishes to share with their neighbors
• ·Bloggers attend digital marketing conference to learn about new social media tools
• ·A farmers market added a food truck section
• ·The government announced plans to invest in renewable energy projects across the country
• ·The city hosted a music festival with local bands and international artists performing
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new line of specialty teas, including herbal and loose-leaf varieties
• ·A famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·A school district updated its technology infrastructure to provide faster internet access in schools
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities