A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50

Physicists conduct experiments to study black hole behaviorSoftball team wins regional tournament and qualifies for nationalsStudy reveals that eating nuts as snacks reduces afternoon hunger

Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groupsAmbulance service trains community members in CPR and first aid

TV show wins multiple awards at entertainment industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adultsA construction company finished building a new bridge that connects two neighborhoods and reduces travel time

A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectivesA small business owner expanded their product line to include eco-friendly cleaning supplies

A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersectionsA scientist developed a new type of vaccine that provides long-lasting protection against a common virus

(责任编辑：Gadget Spotlights)

• ·A coffee shop started roasting beans on-site, offering fresh brews within 24 hours of roasting
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve
• ·A school district introduced a new lunch menu with more plant-based options and locally sourced ingredients
• ·Local schools hosted career fairs to connect students with potential employers
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final hole
• ·Bloggers attend conference to learn about social media trends
• ·A tech company announced plans to open a new office in a smaller city
• ·The national soccer team won its first World Cup match defeating the defending champion 2-1
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased by 12 percent this quarter
• ·Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week
• ·Geologists study impact of melting glaciers on sea level rise in Arctic region
• ·The postal service announced it would deliver packages on Sundays during the holiday season
• ·The national basketball team won the national championship for the fifth consecutive year
• ·A local bakery started selling gluten-free bread made with locally sourced grains