A small business owner started selling handmade candles that were featured in a lifestyle magazine

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• ·A museum unveiled a new exhibit showcasing rare historical documents that shed light on the country’s founding.
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two years
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of nuts lowers cholesterol levels
• ·A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A coffee shop hosted a live jazz night every Friday that featured local musicians
• ·A tech startup introduced a new app that helps users manage their personal finances
• ·A survey found that 70% of citizens support investing more in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions
• ·The government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 support
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable packaging made from sugarcane fiber
• ·The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling
• ·The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·Researchers studied how different types of music affect workout performance
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter
• ·Local hospitals started offering free health screenings for people at risk of diabetes